Carrot Seed Essential Oil

Carrot Seed Essential Oil has a sweet, warm aroma with soft fruity notes and a gently earthy, seedy depth. The scent is subtle and rounded rather than sharp, making it well suited to balanced blends where a mellow, grounding character is needed.

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: Daucus carota
Plant Part Used: Dried seeds
Extraction Method: Steam distillation
Aroma: Sweet, fruity, warm and lightly earthy
Shelf Life: Once opened, store in a cool, dark place and use within 12 months for best quality.

Aroma Profile

Carrot Seed Essential Oil opens softly with a light sweetness, develops into a warm, fruity-seedy heart, and settles into a gentle earthy base that adds smoothness to blends.

Top notes: Light, sweet and slightly fruity
Middle notes: Warm, seedy and softly aromatic
Base notes: Mild, earthy undertones

Scent Family

Herbal, earthy, lightly floral

How to Use Carrot Seed Essential Oil

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

Diffusion

Add a few drops of Carrot Seed Essential Oil to water in a diffuser to create a soft, grounding atmosphere. It blends well with citrus, floral and woody oils.

Topical Use

Always dilute Carrot Seed 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 gentle, aromatic bathing experience.

Massage

Combine Carrot Seed Essential Oil with a carrier oil at an appropriate dilution to create a smooth, lightly warming massage blend for external aromatic use only.

How to Dilute Carrot Seed 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 Carrot Seed 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

Carrot Seed Essential Oil is distilled from the seeds of wild carrot plants traditionally grown in parts of Europe and Western Asia, where the plant has long been valued for its aromatic qualities.

How is the oil produced

The oil is obtained by steam distillation of dried carrot seeds, capturing their characteristic warm and subtly sweet aroma.

What does this essential oil smell like

It has a soft, sweet aroma with fruity warmth, gentle seedy notes and a mild earthy finish.

Which oils blend well with it

Carrot Seed Essential Oil blends well with citrus oils, florals such as lavender and geranium, and woody oils including cedarwood and sandalwood.

How should the oil be stored

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

How is it best used

It is commonly used in diffusers, diluted body oils, perfumes, candles and room sprays where a gentle, grounding 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.