Carrot seed oil

Technical Data Sheets :

Botanical Name: Daucus carota

Common Method of Extraction: Carrot seed oil is extracted by steam distillation from the dried seeds.

Parts Used: Seeds are the main parts used for distillation of oil. The whole plant can also yield oil.

Note Classification: Middle

Aroma: Carrot seed oil has a woody and an earthy sweet smell.It has a yellowish pale orange colour and viscous consistency. It is an annual herb and has hairy leaves and umbels of white lacy flowers.

Largest Producing Countries: Carrot seed oil is taken from the wild carrots seen in parts of Europe. France, Egypt, Hungary, India and The Netherlands are the major producers of carrot seed oil.

Traditional Use: The name carrot was derived from the Greek word “Caroton”. People of those times found out that the oil has medicinal values and in modern days it is still used for many diseases. It is been given to stomach cancer and throat cancer patients. It was also found out by the people of those times that the oil has carminative properties.

Properties:

Carrot seed oil is widely used in aromatherapy and it helps in relief of stress and exhaustion. It is the ideal oil to stimulate any types of skin and is also a strong detoxifier and liver booster. It is also widely used for skin problems like eczema, weeping sores and psoriasis. It helps to keep the wrinkles away and is also helpful when fighting with age spots. The presence of Vitamin A and carotene is very good for hair, gums, teeth and skin. It helps in improving the eyesight. The carrot seed oil is of very high therapeutic quality. It is an antiseptic, cytophylactic and carminative. It is diuretic, depurative, stimulant, tonic and vermifuge.

The carrot seed oil has a strong detoxifying effect on the liver and it is ideal to fight jaundice. It cleans up the digestive system and the complete body. It helps in relieving arthritis, gout, rheumatism and edema. It strengthens the mucus membranes in the nose, throat and lungs. It has beneficial benefits on problems like bronchitis and influenza. Carrot seed oil is very good dehydration and it helps to retain the fluid in the body. It is used in cases of anorexia. It energises the skin and tone up the skin. It is also used for dermatitis, eczema and rashes. Carrot seed oil is used as a main ingredient in vapour therapy. It relieves stress related problems and boosts the digestive and respiratory system. When mixed with other massage oil or if mixed with bathing water, carrot seed oil relaxes the muscle and relieves you of muscle pain. It helps you to boost the red blood cells in the body.

Blends Well With: Carrot seed oil blends well with many other essential oils like the Juniper, Lavender, Lemon, Lime, Bergamot, Cedarwood, Geranium and almost all citrus and spicy oils.

Of Interest: Sun control product with carrot seed oil gives a golden tan to the skin. It has the quality of protecting the skin from the ultra violet rays of the sun. It works as wonderful sun screen.

Safety Data: Carrot seed oil should be avoided by pregnant women. People suffering from epilepsy and asthma should also avoid carrot seed oil.Overdose of carrot seed oil can cause convulsion and vomiting.