Aroma:  Citrus-sweet, spicy, green-fresh, and curiously floral Latin Name:  Citrus bergamia ssp. Bergamia Country of Origin:  Italy Cultivation Method:  Conventionally grown Extraction Method:  Cold pressed (furocoumarin-free) Extracted From:  Peel of the fruit Color:  Greenish / yellow Perfumery Note:  Top Consistency:  Liquid Aromatherapy Properties:  Bergamot is famous for its fresh and uplifting notes.  Suggested Use:  Bergamot is a favorite in perfumery and blends well with most all essential oils.  Or, use a few drops in a diffuser to brighten the mood.  Note: Aromaland bergamot essential oil is FCF: furocoumarin-free, so it is safe to use topically with dilution. Specific Safety Information:  Not for internal use.  Use in low concentrations topically, and avoid use of oxidized essential oils.  This is a light essential oil with a six-month shelf life that shortens with exposure to light and air.  Oxidized oil can cause skin irritation.  Ask your doctor if you have an questions.