Carrot seed oil is derived from the dried seeds of the wild carrot plant (Daucus carota) of the Apiaceae or Umbelliferae family. Its plant source is an annual or biennial plant with hairy leaves and umbels of white lacy flowers and purple centers. Also popularly called wild Queen Anne's lace, its native origins can be traced back to Egypt, France, and India.1
Carrot seed oil has a viscous consistency, a yellowish brown color,2 and a distinct woody, earthy, and root-like fragrance.
Carrot seed oil can be diffused, used in direct inhalation, and applied topically. Its primary use is topical to support healthy skin. It should be applied in diluted form in a carrier oil, with or without other essential oils. As a facial rejuvenator and tonifier, adding carrot seed oil to skin care formulations will enhance their effectiveness.
The earthy, grounding aroma of carrot seed oil can also be beneficial in massage, in the bath, or applied as a compress.
