Celery Seed Essential Oil

Celery Seed Essential Oil has a fresh, warm aroma with gentle spice and green herbal notes. The scent is clean and grounding, often used in aromatic blends where a subtle, savoury-herbal character 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: Apium graveolens
Plant Part Used: Dried seeds
Extraction Method: Steam distillation
Aroma: Fresh, warm-spicy with green and lightly earthy notes
Shelf Life: Once opened, store in a cool, dark place and use within 12 months for best quality.

Aroma Profile

Celery Seed Essential Oil opens with a fresh green lift, develops into a warm, seed-like spiciness, and settles into a soft, grounding base.

Top notes: Fresh, green and herbaceous
Middle notes: Warm, mildly spicy and aromatic
Base notes: Soft, earthy undertone

Scent Family

Herbal, spicy, green

How to Use Celery Seed Essential Oil

There are several ways to use Celery Seed Essential Oil as part of aromatic and practical home routines.

Diffusion

Add a few drops of Celery Seed Essential Oil to water in a diffuser to introduce a fresh, herbaceous aroma. It blends well with citrus, spice and woody oils.

Topical Use

Always dilute Celery 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 gently aromatic bathing experience.

Massage

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

How to Dilute Celery 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 Celery 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

Celery Seed Essential Oil is distilled from the seeds of Apium graveolens, a plant long cultivated in Europe and valued for its distinctive aromatic qualities.

How is the oil produced

The oil is obtained by steam distillation of dried celery seeds, capturing their characteristic fresh and gently spicy aroma.

What does this essential oil smell like

It has a fresh, green herbal scent with warm, slightly spicy notes and a soft earthy finish.

Which oils blend well with it

Celery Seed Essential Oil blends well with citrus oils, spice oils such as coriander and black pepper, and woody oils like cedarwood.

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, bath blends, cleaning sprays and other crafted aromatic products.

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.