Aveda Bergamot Essential Oil + Base 1 fl oz — Citrus Aromatherapy Oil for Bath & Skin, Vegan Clean Formula

Aveda Bergamot Essential Oil + Base is a 1 fl oz citrus essential oil blend made from nearly ripe bergamot peel, designed to scent baths and skin while helping balance oily or blemished skin.

This single-bottle oil combines Aveda’s botanical expertise with a bright, sweet citrus character drawn from bergamot peel. Formulated to be used neat or blended with other essential oils, it can be added to bath water, smoothed onto damp skin after showering, or layered with Aveda Lavender Essential Oil + Base to build a personalized aroma. The base formulation avoids animal-derived ingredients, silicones, gluten, mineral oil, SLS/SLES, synthetic fragrances, parabens, phthalates, petrolatum, paraffin, and formaldehyde donors.

How will Aveda Bergamot Essential Oil + Base fit into my bath and body routine?

Use the oil as a finishing touch after cleansing or as a fragrant addition to your soak. A little goes a long way: smooth a few drops onto moist skin to lock in scent or add several drops to warm bath water for a subtle aromatic experience.

• Add 4–6 drops to a standard bath for light citrus scent and relaxation support.
• Rub 1–3 drops between palms and apply to damp body skin to absorb more evenly.
• Mix with a carrier oil or Aveda base oils for massage or targeted areas.
• Combine with Lavender Essential Oil + Base to mellow and round the aroma.

Can I apply this oil directly to my skin and hair?

Yes. The product is formulated for topical use on skin and can be applied to hair and scalp in small amounts. Always start with a small patch test on a clean area to check personal sensitivity before widespread use.

• Apply sparingly to oily-prone areas to help balance skin appearance.
• Use on damp hair ends to add light fragrance and sheen—avoid roots if hair is fine or oily.
• Do a 24-hour patch test on inner forearm for new users to assess tolerance.
• Keep out of eyes, mucous membranes, and broken skin.

What makes this Aveda oil different from other citrus essential oils?

Aveda pairs pure botanical extracts with a performance-minded base and a clean-ingredient promise. This product is vegan, B Corp certified, and Leaping Bunny approved, and formulated without many common additives that some brands still include.

• Sourced from bergamot peel for a genuine citrus profile rather than synthetic fragrance blends.
• Free from silicones, parabens, phthalates, and other listed exclusions for a cleaner formula.
• Designed to be mixed or used alone for flexible at-home aromatherapy routines.
• Packaged in a 1 fl oz bottle sized for countertop use or travel-friendly storage.

How should I store and layer Aveda Bergamot Essential Oil + Base?

Keep the bottle tightly closed in a cool, dark place to preserve aroma and stability. Layering lets you customize scent intensity—pair bergamot with floral or woody oils for contrast, or dilute for gentler fragrance.

• Store away from direct heat and sunlight to slow oxidation.
• Pair with Lavender Essential Oil + Base to create calming citrus-floral blends.
• Dilute with carrier oil for larger-area application; use neat for small, targeted spots.
• Replace cap promptly after use to maintain fragrance integrity.

Who is this for: Aveda Bergamot Essential Oil + Base is suited for anyone seeking a clean-label citrus oil to scent baths, support oily or blemished-prone skin routines, or to blend into custom at-home aromatherapy. It appeals to users who prefer vegan, cruelty-free products and want a versatile 1 fl oz bottle for travel, countertop use, or layering with other botanicals.

Ingredients

Ingredients: Caprylic/capric Triglyceride, Citrus Aurantium Bergamia (bergamot) Fruit Oil, Limonene, Linalool, Citral, Tocopherol, ILN36593. Please be aware that ingredient lists may change or vary from time to time. Please refer to the ingredient list on the product package you receive for the most up to date list of ingredients.