Aromatherapy Essential Oil of Carrot Seed

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Essential Oil of Carrot Seed (Daucus carota) Abbr: Crt [to top of page]
A close cousin to the common edible carrot, Carrot Seed oil is derived from the hairy seeds of an annual herb with a small, inedible white root. The lacy leaves are topped by white flowers with purple centres.
Note: Middle.
Odour of Essential Oil of Carrot Seed: Earthy.
Colour of Essential Oil of Carrot Seed: Yellow to amber.
Source of Essential Oil of Carrot Seed: Dried seeds.
Method of Extraction of Carrot Seed: Steam distillation.
Properties of Essential Oil of Carrot Seed: Antibacterial, Antiseptic, Digestive.
Actions of Essential Oil of Carrot Seed: Balances skin, skin balancing, skin toning.
Digestion: Indigestion.
Skin: Broken capillaries, dermatitis, eczema, hydrates skin, skin - dry, skin - oily, skin disorders, skin tone, tissue congestion, tissue regeneration, toning, wrinkles.
Comments on Carrot Seed: Native to Hungary, Carrot Seed is found throughout Europe.~The seeds are collected and steam distilled to produce the essential oil.~On its own Carrot Seed is not a pleasant smelling oil, but you will find it in almost every skin care formula, especially for aging skin and wrinkles.~It is believed that Carrot Seed can help to detoxify the skin and remove excess water, promoting a firmer appearance.

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