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Carrot seed oil is extracted from Daucus Carota of the Apiaceae family and is also known as 'Wild Carrot' and 'Queen Anne's lace', it is extracted from the seeds of wild carrots or from the dried plants itself by steam distillation.

Carrot seed oil comes from the seeds of the Daucus carota plant. It has a sweet scent. It has calming and antiseptic effects;. Reduces water retention and detoxifies the body; Soothes stress and nervousness; Relieves bronchitis and symptoms of flu; Improves eczema and rashes.

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This is the essential oil extracted from the seeds and should not be confused with a macerated oil made when people infuse the carrot material in a base oil. Carrot oil is particularly popular in ‘anti-ageing’ beauty products as it is rich in vitamin A and beta-carotene, both of which are reputed to keep the skin supple and prevent damage from free radicals. However, carrot oil (unless extracted from the white-rooted, wild version of the plant, known as Queen Anne’s Lace) is not generally recommended as a massage oil.

The carrot seed oil has a woody aroma and is golden-yellow in colour. The health benefits of this oil are many: Its anticarcinogenic properties help in curing cancers of the stomach, mouth, prostrate, etc. Carrot seed oil helps flush out toxic substances like the bile and uric acid from the body by increasing urination, as it is a natural diuretic.

Key Uses of Carrot seed Essential Oil - This must could be one of the most underrated essential oils in aromatherapy . It has a soft earthy smell and not only helps to relieve stress and exhaustion, but is a powerful detoxifier and liver booster while stimulating and rejuvenating the skin in general. At the same time it fights any skin problems such as psoriasis, eczema and weeping sores. The formative action on the epidermal cells helps to keep wrinkles at bay and is also helpful when fighting liver spots (age spots).

Oil properties - Carrot seed oil has a sweet and pungent scent with fresh and herbaceous top notes but earthy, dry woody undertones. It has a viscous consistency and a yellowy brown complexion.

Origin of Carrot seed - Carrot seed oil is mainly obtained from wild carrots which are usually found in Europe. It is an annual or biennial herb with hairy leaves and umbels of white lacy flowers with purple centres. The name Carrot seed is derived from the Greek 'Caroton' and it had great medicinal value in ancient times, especially for its carminative properties. In modern application, it is used for cancer patients, especially those with stomach and throat problems.

Since carrot seed oil contains carotene and vitamin A, it is also very good for healthy skin, hair, gums and teeth and is also associated with good eyesight.

Extraction - The oil is extracted by steam distillation from the dried seeds, but the whole of the plant can yield an essential oil.

Chemical composition - The main chemical constituents of carrot seed oil include a-pinene, camphene, b-pinene, sabinene, myrcene, y-terpinene, limonene, b-bisabolene, geranyl acetate and carotol. Main constituents: Beta-carotene, and vitamins A, B, C, D, E, and F.

Therapeutic properties - Carrot Seed is antiseptic, carminative and cytophylactic. It is a depurative, diuretic, emmenagogue, stimulant, tonic and vermifuge.

Main therapeutic uses of oil is said to be: Carrot oil is used in many cosmetic products (particularly those which claim to be ‘antiageing’) as it is a rich source of beta-carotene and vitamin A. The oil is also reputed to help the skin’s natural healing process by assisting in the formation of scar tissue. Carrot extracts can be found in a number of sun creams and after-sun lotions. May soothe skin conditions such as eczema and psoriasis.

Uses - Carrot seed oil has a detoxifying effect on the liver and helps to fight jaundice, while at the same time cleaning the digestive system and the body as a whole.

It is helpful for arthritis, gout, edema, rheumatism and the accumulation of toxins in muscles and joints and also strengthens the mucus membranes in the nose, throat and lungs. It has a beneficial effect on problems such as bronchitis and influenza.

Carrot Seed relieves fluid retention and can be beneficial in cases of anorexia. It also revitalises and tones the skin, helping in cases of dermatitis, eczema and rashes.

Carrot seed oil can be used in vapour therapy for relieving stress, boosting the liver, the digestive and respiratory systems, as well as for muscle pains. It does not have an over-powering smell, but this earthy smell will help to "ground" a person while fighting stress and exhaustion.

As a blended massage oil or diluted in the bath, carrot seed oil can assist with muscle pains and in boosting the respiratory tract. It can be used to detoxify the body and boost the manufacture of red blood cells.

Carrot seed oil blends well with other oils including Bergamot, Juniper, Lavender, Lemon, Lime, Cedarwood, Geranium as well as all citrus and spicy oils.

Precautions - Carrot Seed should definitely be avoided in pregnancy (along with our general advice to avoid all oils in pregnancy - this is one should be especially avoided).

Those suffering from epilepsy and asthma should also avoid Carrot Seed as it is very stimulating. In general epilepsy sufferers should avoid burning essential oils or working closely with them as they can trigger severe reactions.

Carrot Seed can be very useful in respiratory problems however overdosing can cause convulsions and vomiting, so use with care.

Other comments: 

Use is not recommended during pregnancy

The oil was traditionally used as a remedy for flatulence and stomach acidity

Carrot oil is an approved food colouring ,It is the carotenes that produce the roots’ rich orange colour. The carotenes can be extracted with the use of a solvent.

Summary - Carrot Seed oil's greatest benefit is its purifying effect on the liver and the digestive system. It is also a great help in the treatment of muscular aches and pains, skin problems and respiratory ailments.

Macerated Oil - Oil is extracted from the carrot by maceration: the root is chopped into small pieces and left to steep in sunflower oil for about 3 weeks. The material is then filtered to produce an oil that is rich orange in colour, and capable of staining the skin and clothing. For this very reason, carrot extract was one of the major active ingredients used in ‘tanning pills’ - a product now banned in the UK due to its potentially toxic side-effects.