Caraway Essential Oil

Caraway Essential Oil has a warm, sweet-spicy aroma with a soft herbal character and gentle earthy undertones. The scent is rounded and distinctive, making it useful in aromatic blends where a comforting spice note is needed without sharpness.

Product Details

Bottled in the UK for freshness and traceability.
100% pure natural essential oil with no fillers, synthetics or additives.
Ethically sourced and cruelty free.
Vegan friendly.
Supplied in amber glass bottles to help protect the oil from light.

Botanical Information

Botanical Name: Carum carvi
Plant Part Used: Dried fruits
Extraction Method: Steam distillation
Aroma: Warm, sweet-spicy with herbal and lightly earthy notes
Shelf Life: Once opened, store in a cool, dark place and use within 12 months for best quality.

Aroma Profile

Caraway Essential Oil opens with a gentle sweet-spicy lift, develops into a warm herbal centre, and settles into a soft, earthy base that adds balance to blends.

Top notes: Bright, sweet-spicy
Middle notes: Warm, herbal and aromatic
Base notes: Soft, earthy undertones

Scent Family

Spicy, herbal, earthy

How to Use Caraway Essential Oil

There are several ways to use Caraway Essential Oil as part of aromatic and craft routines.

Diffusion

Add a few drops of Caraway Essential Oil to water in a diffuser to introduce a warm, gently spiced aroma. It blends well with citrus, woody and other herbal oils.

Topical Use

Always dilute Caraway Essential Oil with a suitable carrier oil before applying to the skin. A typical dilution rate is 1 to 2%, which is around 1 to 2 drops per 10 ml of carrier oil. Carry out a patch test before use.

Bathing

Blend thoroughly with a carrier oil or dispersant before adding to bath water to create a softly spiced aromatic atmosphere.

Massage

Combine Caraway Essential Oil with a carrier oil at an appropriate dilution to create a warming massage blend intended for external aromatic use only.

How to Dilute Caraway Essential Oil

General use usually requires a 1 to 2% dilution. For every 30 ml of carrier oil, add approximately 6 to 12 drops of Caraway Essential Oil and mix well in a dark glass container.
For sensitive skin, a lower dilution of around 0.5 to 1% is recommended. Always carry out a patch test before broader application.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the origin or history of this essential oil

Caraway Essential Oil is distilled from the dried fruits of Carum carvi, a plant traditionally grown in parts of Europe and valued for its distinctive aromatic profile.

How is the oil produced

The oil is obtained by steam distillation of the dried fruits, which captures the plant’s warm and gently spicy aroma.

What does this essential oil smell like

It has a sweet-spicy scent with warm herbal notes and a soft earthy finish.

Which oils blend well with it

Caraway Essential Oil blends well with citrus oils, woody oils such as cedarwood, and herbal oils including rosemary and coriander.

How should the oil be stored

Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight, with the cap tightly closed to preserve aroma quality.

How is it best used

It is commonly used in diffusers, diluted body oils, bath blends, candles and room sprays where a warm herbal-spice note is desired.

Is it safe for children or pets

Use around children or pets should be avoided unless guidance is provided by a qualified professional, as essential oils are highly concentrated.

Precautions

FOR EXTERNAL USE ONLY.
Do not apply undiluted to the skin. Always dilute with a suitable carrier oil before topical use.
Avoid use during pregnancy or breastfeeding unless advised by a qualified professional.
Keep away from children.
Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight.
Carry out a patch test before use.
Keep away from eyes.

Natural Variation Notice: This essential oil is 100% pure and natural. Variations in colour, viscosity or aroma may occur between batches and do not affect quality.
Disclaimer: Individual experiences may vary. Seek professional advice if unsure before use.