{"product_id":"earl-grey-citrus-wax-bergamot-citrus-bergamia-pure-solid-wax","title":"Earl Grey Citrus CO₂ Wax — Bergamot, Citrus bergamia | Pure Solid Wax","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePart of our Professional Perfumers Range — curated for the discerning natural perfumer seeking exceptional depth and rarity.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(193, 37, 37);\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eDue to the rare and limited nature of this material, please allow a lead time of 7-10 days depending on availability.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eEarl Grey Citrus CO₂ Wax — Pure, Solid, Uncompromised\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBergamot is the citrus that gives Earl Grey tea its famous fragrance, and one of the most versatile materials in all of perfumery. This CO₂ wax is extracted from the peel of the bergamot fruit and offers a different way to work with it: as a concentrated solid with the role of a base note and fixative, rather than the fleeting top note of the familiar bergamot oil.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSupplied here in its pure, undiluted, solid wax form — exactly as extracted, with no carrier of any kind added. This is the genuine article for perfumers who prefer to prepare their own dilutions, or who want to work directly with the material in its most concentrated and authentic state.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eScent Profile\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBright citrus with a green, peel-like freshness and soft floral undertones — the classic bergamot character in a waxy form.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePerfumery Applications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBest suited to solid perfumes, balms and other anhydrous formulations, where it brings a refined citrus lift and acts as a fixative. It is also a natural choice for citrus colognes and fresh accords prepared as your own dilutions. Introduce it gradually when building a composition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eUsage Note\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis wax is solid at room temperature and melts at roughly 60–70°C. To prepare for use, gently warm in a water bath at around 90°C to melt it into a liquid, then dilute with your solvent of choice according to your own formulation preferences.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBlending Suggestions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePairs beautifully with neroli, petitgrain, lavender, rose, jasmine, vetiver, cedarwood, sandalwood, labdanum and soft musks, and with our other citrus materials.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical Details\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBotanical Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eCitrus bergamia\u003c\/em\u003e Risso (trade name \u003cem\u003eCitrus aurantium bergamia\u003c\/em\u003e)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCommon Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bergamot\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBotanical Family:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rutaceae\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eINCI:\u003c\/strong\u003e Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Peels Wax\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlant Part:\u003c\/strong\u003e Peel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExtraction Method:\u003c\/strong\u003e Supercritical CO₂ extraction (wax)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eForm:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pure, undiluted, solid wax\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMelting Point:\u003c\/strong\u003e 60–70°C\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSolubility:\u003c\/strong\u003e Soluble in oils, alcohol and butters; insoluble in water\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eClassification:\u003c\/strong\u003e Base note — fixative\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAppearance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Solid wax\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOdour Family:\u003c\/strong\u003e Citrus \/ Green \/ Floral\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNatural:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes — 100% natural CO₂ wax, no carrier or additives\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNote:\u003c\/strong\u003e Distinct from bergamot essential oils — supplied as a solid wax for anhydrous work\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePackaging\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSupplied in small glass jars, sold by net weight (grams, not volume).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSafety Information\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor external use only. Avoid contact with eyes and sensitive areas. Not suitable for use on babies, children, pets or broken skin. Avoid use during pregnancy or whilst nursing. Bergamot peel materials can be phototoxic: avoid sun and UV exposure on skin where leave-on products containing this wax have been applied, and check current IFRA guidance before using it in finished products. Always dilute properly and perform a patch test before first use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSample Policy\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease note that no refunds can be offered on opened items.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003ePhoto images are for illustrative purposes only.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Aromatherapy Shop Ltd","offers":[{"title":"5g","offer_id":56965147459970,"sku":"7409","price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"10g","offer_id":56965147492738,"sku":"7410","price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"30g","offer_id":56965147525506,"sku":"7411","price":115.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0949\/2804\/4418\/files\/earl-grey-citrus-bergamot-showcase-in-a-natural-coastal-citrus-grove.png?v=1791239896","url":"https:\/\/www.thearomatherapyshop.com\/products\/earl-grey-citrus-wax-bergamot-citrus-bergamia-pure-solid-wax","provider":"The Aromatherapy Shop Ltd","version":"1.0","type":"link"}