Daucus carota
Size: 5ml
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Synonyms: Queen Anne’s Lace, Wild Carrot
Cultivation: USDA and EcoCert organic cultivation in France
Country of Origin: France
Composition: 100% Carrot Seed essential oil, certified organic by USDA and EcoCert.
Extraction: Water–steam distillation
Active Constituents: Carotol, α-Pinene, Geranyl acetate, Sabinene, β-Pinene, Limonene
Viscosity: Medium to thick
Color: Clear to yellow
About: Carrot Seed has a warm, woody, root-like aroma used extensively in skin and facial care. A few drops used daily in your moisturizer can help support cell regeneration & health. For minor scrapes & bruises, aid the skin’s natural healing process by applying with carrier oil a few times a day.
Blending Recommendations: German Chamomile, Blue Tansy, Roman Chamomile, Cistus, Frankincense, Rose Geranium, Helichrysum, Lavender, Lavender Reserve, Lemon Balm, Myrrh, Patchouli, Rose Otto, Sandalwood, Vetiver.
Safety Information: Do not use if pregnant or breastfeeding, or with children under the age of 5. Never ingest Carrot Seed essential oil.
Carrot Seed is best used diluted at less than 4% in a carrier oil (30 drops per ounce of carrier). Average effective dilution is around .5 –2.5% (3- 15 drops per ounce of carrier).
Chemistry:
| Carotol | 36.93% |
| β-Bisabolene | 22.48% |
| β-Caryophyllene | 7.75% |
| Caryophyllene oxide | 3.31% |
| α-Pinene | 2.75% |
| Sabinene | 2.25% |
| Geranyl acetate | 1.52% |
| Limonene | 1.05% |
| β-pinene, Linalol, Geraniol, Daucol | >1% |
A full certificate of analysis is available upon request.
Shelf Life: 4 years under proper conditions.
Storage: Store with cap firmly closed, standing upright, out of direct heat and sunlight.
Notes: Non GMO, No Pesticides, No insecticides, No additives, Gluten free, Vegan, Cruelty free, No carrier oil added.