Carrot Seed (Daucus carota)

Carrot Seed essential oil is often used in the skincare industry because of its powerful regenerative and smoothing properties. It can repair free radical damage done to tissues and protects skin from wrinkles and nourish, tighten and rejuvenate skin. It is also a brilliant stress and anxiety buster and enhancer of respiratory and digestive functions.

Botanical Family, Origin & Extraction: Umbelliferae (parsley); France; Steam distillation from seed

Properties: Carminative, hepatic (cleanses the liver), stomachic

Body Systems Affected: Cardiovascular & nervous systems, skin

Aromatic Influence: Sweet, fruity, warm, woody, earthy and root-like

Other Possible Uses: Carrot oil may help with anemia, colic (with fennel), constipation, diarrhea, eye problems, gallbladder problems, liver problems, rheumatism, and skin problems (aging skin, wrinkles, sunburn and dryness)

Historic Uses: Carrots have been used as a blood cleanser, for liver and skin problems, pulmonary conditions, allergies, inflammation of the intestines, as a tonic for the nervous system, and for eyesight. Carrots were used during the Second World War to help pilots with their night vision

Blends With: Citrus oils, fennel, frankincense, geranium, spice oils

Directions for Use: Generally regarded as safe (GRAS) for internal consumption by the FDA (21CFR182.20)*

• Dilute 1 drop of oil in 1 teaspoon of honey or 4 oz of beverage (i.e. soy/rice milk)
• Use 6-8 drops in a diffuser of your choice
• Apply diluted to flex points, and/or directly on area of concern
• To promote healthy suntan, apply carrot seed oil (dilute with hazelnut oil) for a few days before exposure to sun

Safety Considerations

• Not for children under 6 years old; use with caution and in greater dilution for children 6 to 14 years
• Do not apply to eyes, sensitive areas or mucous membranes
• Do not apply undiluted to skin (refer to an aromatherapy text)
• The information on this website is not intended to diagnose or prescribe
• Pregnant women, nursing mothers and children should use essential oils after consulting a trained healthcare practitioner
• You should not use this information for treating a health problem or disease
• Contact your healthcare provider immediately if you suspect that you have a medical problem
• Stop using this product if you suspect an allergic reaction

GC/MS Report: The analysis of our Carrot Seed batch sample meets the expected chemical profile for authentic essential oil of Daucus carota. No contamination or adulteration was detected. The results provided in the GC/MS quality analysis reflect the chemical composition of the oil and lot referenced on the date of analysis.

*Mockingbird Apothecary does not recommend ingestion of essential oils