Carrot seed essential oil actually comes, not from carrots, but from a plant called Queen Anne's Lace or wild carrot (which is a weed in my part of the world.)
Carrot seed oil is an essential oil extracted from the seeds of the Queen Anne's Lace and is not to be confused with carrot carrier oil, which is made by infusing a base oil such as canola with macerated (chopped up) wild carrot.
If you're not sure even after reading labels and product descriptions, the price should tip you off:
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Carrot seed essential oil is best known for its amazing effects on the skin.
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Carrot seed oil's other claim to fame is its detoxifying effect on the liver. It's often used as a kidney and liver cleanser, especially for jaundice and hepatitis. |
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It's also good for arthritis because a buildup of toxins contributes to inflammation, which is a primary factor in arthritis. |
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Daucus carota
Queen Anne's Lace grows 2 to 3 feet tall, with bright green feathery leaves and white flower heads made up of tiny blossoms.
Carrot seed essential oil is steam-distilled from the seeds.
Soft, earthy, mildly sweet, woody, herbaceous scent.
Buy carrot seed oil from Amazon. Just remember you get what you pay for. Please, please don't buy the cheapest oils. I promise you they will be diluted with synthetic ick you don't want on your skin or - worse - the wrong product.
Carrot seed oil's medium-strength middle note
blends well with:
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Generally regarded as safe.
Check out this recipe with carrot seed essential oil in it...
Gentle enough for using around the eye area. Customize your homemade wrinkle cream for your specific skin type or condition. |
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