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Bergamot Wax | Citrus Aurantium Bergamia

Bergamot Wax | Citrus Aurantium Bergamia

Aromatic Citrus Botanical Wax for Natural Perfumery, Balms & Luxury Grooming

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Bergamot Wax is a richly aromatic botanical wax derived from bergamot, Citrus aurantium bergamia, prized for its sophisticated combination of bright citrus, fresh green peel, delicate floral nuances and soft bitter undertones.

Unlike Bergamot Essential Oil, which is highly volatile and functions primarily as a top note, Bergamot Wax contains heavier, less volatile botanical constituents that give it a softer, warmer and more persistent citrus character. This makes it particularly valuable in solid perfumes, beard balms, hair waxes, pomades, body balms and other anhydrous formulations where both fragrance and structure are desired.

The aroma retains the recognizable elegance of bergamot while developing a deeper, more rounded botanical profile that integrates beautifully with woods, resins, florals, herbs and other citrus materials.

Bergamot is widely used in fine fragrance, especially in cologne, fougère, chypre and modern masculine compositions

Specifications

  • Trade botanical name: Citrus Aurantium Bergamia.
  • Family: Rutaceae.
  • Common name: Bergamot.
  • Supplier-listed INCI: Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Peels Wax.
  • Part used: Peels.
  • Extraction: Supercritical CO₂
  • Appearance: Solid wax
  • Flower origin / extraction: Bulgaria.
  • Melting point: 60–70 °C
  • Solubility: Oil-, alcohol- and butter-soluble; water-insoluble
  • Perfumery role: Base; fixative

The existing 0.5–10% range is broad supplier guidance. Confirm product-specific use levels and safety.

Perfumery Applications

Bergamot is one of the most versatile materials in perfumery.

Blends especially well with:

Woods

  • Sandalwood.
  • Cedarwood.
  • Hinoki Wood.
  • Vetiver.
  • Oud

Resins

  • Frankincense.
  • White Copal.
  • Benzoin.
  • Labdanum.
  • Elemi.
  • Myrrh

Florals

  • Neroli.
  • Jasmine.
  • Osmanthus.
  • Magnolia.
  • Orange Blossom.
  • Rose

Herbs & Aromatics

  • Lavender.
  • Clary Sage.
  • Rosemary.
  • Basil.
  • Bergamot Mint

Other Citrus

  • Mandarin.
  • Yuzu.
  • Lemon.
  • Bitter Orange.
  • Grapefruit

Masculine Accords

  • Tobacco.
  • Leather.
  • Amber.
  • Incense.
  • Oakmoss-style accords.
  • Woods.
  • Spices

Bergamot is especially characteristic of fougère, chypre and cologne-style fragrance structures

Formulation Notes

Add Bergamot Wax to the heated oil/wax phase.

Use only enough heat to soften or melt the material and achieve uniform incorporation.

Avoid unnecessarily long exposure to high temperatures, as excessive heat can diminish aromatic character.

For solid products, evaluate its effect on:


  • hardness

  • glide

  • melting point

  • fragrance intensity

  • crystallization

  • final texture

Always conduct a small pilot batch before commercial production.

Applications

  • Anhydrous balms and solid serums.
  • Solid perfumes and aromatic pomades.
  • Oil-based skincare after safety assessment.
  • Botanical colour and sensory concepts.

Men's Grooming Applications

Bergamot Wax is particularly attractive for premium masculine products because it adds freshness without the aggressive cooling sensation associated with strong mint materials.

Excellent for:

Beard Balm

Provides a refined citrus-green opening.

Hair Wax / Pomade

Combines easily with woody, resinous and aromatic fragrance profiles.

Tallow Balm

Adds a sophisticated clean citrus character.

Solid Perfume

Can provide both aromatic character and additional wax structure.

Best For

Natural Perfumery • Solid Perfume • Men's Grooming • Beard Care • Hair Styling • Tallow Formulations • Botanical Balms •Luxury Anhydrous Cosmetics.

Safety & Handling

  • For external use only; do not ingest.
  • Patch test the finished formulation.
  • Do not treat non-toxic, non-sensitising or a three-year shelf life as established without evidence.
  • Confirm allergens, azulene markers, COA, SDS and IFRA information.
  • Avoid direct flame and unnecessary heat.
  • Store tightly closed and protected from heat, light and air.
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