Carrot Seed Essential Oil

Botanical name: Daucus carota

Main constituents:

Caratol – 76.37%

Country of origin: India

Product description:

Carrot Seed Essential Oil is steam distilled from the seeds of the Carrot botanical, which receives its name from the Greek term carotos, meaning “healing.” This fresh, herbaceous, and slightly sweet-smelling oil with woody nuances ranges in color from pale Yellow to Amber and has a thin viscosity. Its strong aroma can be described as being soothingly earthy and musky, making it ideal for easing anxiety and stress. Protective and stimulating, Carrot Seed Oil is reputed to boost circulation, increase energy levels, encourage feelings of alertness, enhance libido, support metabolism, and address skin complaints, such as infections and abrasions.

Carrot Seed Oil is well-known for its ability to slow the look and feel of aging – by diminishing the appearance of wrinkles, helping preserve hair color, promoting ease of movement, releasing joint stiffness, and upholding muscular strength. Skin health benefits from its regenerative properties as well as its refreshing, tightening, and toning effects. It is reputed to effectively alleviate intestinal gases, address symptoms of colds, coughs, the flu, measles, and mumps, promote the body’s detoxification, and ease symptoms of painful and irregular menstruation.

Quick and easy recipes:

Massage blend: For a hydrating massage blend that also prevents the onset of wrinkles, dilute 2 drops of Carrot Seed Essential Oil in 2.5 ml (0.08 oz.) of a carrier oil of personal preference. Apply this blend to the preferred area of skin once daily. This blend is also known to detoxify the skin, soothe inflammation and itchiness, reduce the appearance of cellulite, and facilitate the healing of wounds or infections. To make a larger quantity, keep a ratio of 2 drops of essential oil per 2.5 ml of carrier oil.

For a blend that is reputed to support skin health, first combine 8 drops Carrot Seed Essential Oil, 4 drops Chamomile Essential Oil, 2 drops Geranium Essential Oil, 2 drops Lavender Essential Oil, and 15 ml (.50 oz.) of Olive Carrier Oil. Next, massage this blend into the preferred area of skin to promote the fading of scars and stretch marks.

Diffuser blend: For a diffuser blend that is reputed to increase metabolism, add 3-6 drops of Carrot Seed Essential Oil and ½ cup Distilled Water to a diffuser or vaporizer of personal preference. This simple preparation can be run several times a day for 30-60 minutes to enhance metabolic function. 

Bath blend: For a relaxing bath soak that is believed to enhance a spiritual sensitivity, simply add 3 drops of Carrot Seed Essential Oil to a warm bath. Alternatively, a blend can be made by diluting 30 drops of Carrot Seed Essential Oil in 60 ml (2 oz.) of a preferred carrier oil inside a dark glass bottle. Add 7 ml (¼ oz.) of this bath blend to a warm bath and stir the water well to ensure uniform dispersion of the oils throughout the water.

Caution:

This product is for external use only. Use well diluted. For topical application, a skin test is recommended prior to use. Avoid contact with eyes. If pregnant or on medication, consult a health-care practitioner before using.