Carrot Seed Essential Oil

Product Details Scientific Name: Daucus Carota L Origin: France Plant Part: Seeds Scent: Earthy, Woody and Warm Color: Golden Yellow Consistency: Thin - Medium Perfumery Note: Middle Initial Aroma Strength: Medium Extraction Method: Steam Distilled Carrot Seed Essential Oil: Uses, Benefits, and Blends Carrot seed essential oil is full of antioxidants, making it a popular ingredient in many beauty products. Research indicates it offers rejuvenating effects , including the ability to reduce the appearance of fine lines. Continue reading to find out how the addition of carrot seed oil to everyday products can get you glowing with good health. Ancient Greek literature suggests carrot seed oil was often an ingredient in herbal beauty products. It was believed to reduce the appearance of wrinkles, fade dark spots related to aging, and enhance skin glow. In addition during a time of no toothpaste, mouthwash, or shampoo, carrot oil was often used as an alternative. Over the past two decades, the use of carrot oil has been rapidly increasing as research further showcases the potential benefits this oil and its properties have to offer. Difference Between Carrot Oil and Carrot Seed Essential Oil Carrot oil is a type of cooking oil containing juices from the crushed roots of common carrots. These juices are then mixed with a carrier oil , such as coconut or olive. It is important to understand that carrot seed essential oil c omes from the steam-distilled extraction of the Daucus Carota seed. It is very potent, and you should never ingest it or apply it directly to your skin. You may be picturing the seeds of common grocery carrots, but the oil-producing seeds actually belong to a wild species. First cultivated in Ancient Greece, these carrots are now grown in many other areas around the world. When extracted this oil has a sweet, earthy aroma and is a beautiful golden-yellow. For the purposes of this article, when we use the term “carrot oil”, we are referring to the essential oil. Carrot Seed Essential Oil Benefits: Component Breakdown Carotol: Carotol is a primary component in the makeup of carrot oil. It is a sesquiterpene and studies indicate it has the potential to be a natural antifungal agent, particularly against rice fungi. In addition, carotol proves itself to be strongly effective as a natural mosquito repellent . a-Pinene: a-Pinene is a monoterpene and is commonly found in the essential essences of plants. It is what gives pine needles their resinous aroma, hence the name. Studies indicate a-pinene to be an effective antimicrobial agent as well as a significant anti-inflammatory . It contributes a lot to the carrot seed essential oil benefits. Dauca-4,8-diene: This component, also known as daucene, is part of a class of naturally occurring compounds known as sesquiterpenoids. B-caryophyllene: Caryophyllene is actually a cannabinoid, though it has no psychoactive properties. It has an aroma reminiscent of that of black pepper, and studies indica