Wild Carrot Organic Essential Oil, 5ml

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Wild Carrot Essential Oil (Daucus carota) – Organic

A deeply regenerating and purifying essential oil, Wild Carrot has been valued since ancient herbal traditions for its supportive action on the liver, skin, and overall detoxification processes. Distilled from the seeds of the plant, this oil offers a rare combination of gentle action and powerful revitalising properties.

Native to Europe and commonly found growing wild in meadows and along roadsides, Daucus carota is a resilient biennial plant from the Apiaceae family. Its seeds are harvested at the peak of maturity in late summer, when the umbels naturally close, preserving the richness of its active compounds.

Wild Carrot essential oil stands out for its high content of sesquiterpenes and sesquiterpenols, compounds known for their regenerative and protective effects on the body.

  • Supports natural liver function and detox pathways
  • Promotes skin regeneration and radiance
  • Helps improve the appearance of dull, tired, or mature skin
  • Gently purifying and balancing for the body
  • Suitable for both adults and children due to its mild, non-toxic nature
More information

Botanical name: Daucus carota
Plant part: Seeds
Extraction: Steam distillation
Origin: France
Cultivation: Certified organic
Chemotype: Rich in sesquiterpenes and sesquiterpenols

Wild Carrot is a resilient wild-growing plant native to Europe, commonly found along roadsides and in open meadows. Belonging to the Apiaceae family, it is a biennial plant with delicate white flowers that form dense umbels. As the plant matures, these umbels close into nest-like structures, naturally protecting the seeds until harvest in late summer.

The seeds are carefully collected, dried, and gently crushed before steam distillation to extract their precious essential oil. This traditional process preserves the full spectrum of active compounds, giving Wild Carrot essential oil its characteristic depth and potency.

It is important to distinguish Wild Carrot (Daucus carota) from the cultivated carrot used as a vegetable. While they share the same botanical lineage, the wild variety is specifically valued in aromatherapy for its therapeutic properties.

Wild Carrot essential oil is recognised for its unique composition, particularly its high content of sesquiterpenes and sesquiterpenols - molecules known for their regenerative, detoxifying, and protective effects on the body. This composition makes it especially supportive for the liver, skin, and elimination pathways.

Traditionally used in both European and Asian herbal practices, Wild Carrot has long been associated with purification, renewal, and restoration. Its gentle yet effective nature allows it to be used over time, making it suitable for both adults and children when properly diluted.

Aromatically, it offers a warm, earthy, slightly woody scent with subtle fruity undertones. While not a typical “perfume oil,” its grounding aroma plays an important role in blends aimed at deep restoration and emotional balance.

Wild Carrot essential oil is particularly valued in aromatherapy for its ability to support skin regeneration. It is often used in formulations targeting mature, damaged, or problematic skin, helping to restore vitality and improve overall skin tone and texture.

Beyond skincare, it is widely used in body blends to support detoxification, fluid balance, and digestive comfort. Its diuretic and depurative actions help the body release stagnation, while its hepatic affinity supports optimal liver function - key to overall health and balance.

On an emotional level, Wild Carrot helps restore clarity and stability. It is especially useful during times of mental fatigue, overwhelm, or when you feel disconnected from your center. Its grounding nature brings a quiet sense of order and renewal.

Choosing a certified organic Wild Carrot essential oil ensures purity, sustainability, and maximum therapeutic benefit - making it a powerful addition to any holistic wellness routine.

SUPER POWERS
  • Antirheumatic - alleviating or preventing rheumatism
  • Calmative - sedative calming effect
  • Carminative - preventsor relieves flatulence; gas in the gastrointestinal tract
  • Circulatory - help improve circulation, strengthen blood vessels, and promote better oxygen and nutrient delivery to tissues
  • Cytophylactic - a cell regenerator and a protector of the cells of an organism.
  • Depurative - cleanses and removes impurities and toxins from the blood; purifies the blood
  • Diuretic - helps to increase the production of urine
  • Hepatic - strengthens the liver
  • Regenerative - promoting the renewal and repair of cells or tissues
Usage tips

Skin Regeneration Facial Oil
Add 1–2 drops to 10 ml carrier oil (jojoba, rosehip). Apply in the evening for repairing and revitalising the skin.

Detox Body Oil
Blend 4–6 drops in 20 ml carrier oil and massage over abdomen or areas of stagnation.

Targeted Skin Care
Dilute and apply to problem areas such as acne or dry, damaged skin.

Diffusion (Emotional Support)
Use 2–3 drops to support grounding and mental clarity during fatigue or overwhelm.

🐾 For Dogs
Wild Carrot can be useful for:

- Skin regeneration (wounds, dry or damaged skin)
- Coat health and skin balance
- Mild detox support (indirect, through topical use)

How to use (dogs)
Dilution: 0.25–0.5% (very low)
→ 1 drop in 30–40 ml carrier oil

Apply to:
-small skin areas
-along spine (very lightly)

Dogs tolerate this oil relatively well when used correctly.

PET SAFE

If this oil or blend is safe to Diffuse, it will be checked for Dog, Cat, or both underneath:

  • Dogs
General Guidelines for Diffusing Around Pets:
  1. Diffusion Time: Limit diffusing sessions to 15-20 minutes.
  2. When trying a new essential oil, use 1-2 drops (in the diffuser) and observe how your dog or cat reacts.
  3. Ventilation: Keep the area well-ventilated.
  4. Observation: Always monitor pets for any signs of distress when diffusing essential oils.
Quality

Made in France
From 100% organic farming

Certification

- AB France certified
- 100% Natural Artisanal Product
- Certified Organic
- Not tested on animals
- With guaranteed traceability
- No chemical additives
- Food Grade Essential Oil

Composition

100% pure organic essential oil of Daucus carota (wild carrot seed), rich in sesquiterpenes and sesquiterpenols, with carotol as a key component.

Skin type
  • Aging skin
  • Blemished skin
  • Dry skin
  • Mature
  • Normal skin
Skin & hair issues
  • Acne
  • Eczema
  • Psoriasis
  • Pimples
  • Wounds & ulcers
Health issues
  • Detox
  • Oedema or water retention
  • Physical exhaustion
  • Poor circulation
  • Urinary tract infection
  • Vascular health, good blood circulation and flow
Mental health
  • Fatigue
  • Focus & concentration
  • Stress
Muscles & joints issues
  • Arthritis
  • Rheumatism
Digestion issues
  • Indigestion, heartburn
  • Relieve gas
  • Stomach ache
  • Stomach cramps
Blends well with

Basil (linalool), Black Pepper, Cedarwood, Chamomile (Roman & German), Cinnamon Leaf, Cistus, Clove Bud, Cypress, Fennel (sweet), Frankincense, Geranium, Immortelle, Juniper Berry, Lavender, Lemon, Mandarin, Petitgrain, Rose, Rosewood, Sandalwood, Yarrow

Precautions for use

Best avoided during pregnancy and while breast-feeding. GRAS status.

Packaging & storage

Store away from heat and light
Packaging: 5ml amber glass bottle with dropper cap

A little history

The History of Wild Carrot (Daucus carota)

Wild Carrot has a long history of use in traditional herbal medicine across Europe, Asia, and North Africa. Long before the cultivated carrot became a common food, the wild plant was valued for its therapeutic properties, particularly for supporting digestion, elimination, and liver function.

Writings from the 16th century already describe Wild Carrot as a plant used for its diuretic action and its ability to help the body release excess fluids and toxins. In traditional European herbalism, it was often used when the body was considered overloaded or stagnant, especially in relation to the liver and digestive system.

The plant belongs to the Apiaceae family and grows abundantly in meadows, fields, and along roadsides. It is a resilient biennial that thrives in poor, dry soils, reflecting its traditional association with restoring balance in depleted conditions.

It is important to distinguish Wild Carrot from the cultivated carrot we use as food today. The original wild root was small, pale, and more bitter, and over time it was selectively bred into the sweeter, larger vegetable now widely consumed. However, the seeds of the wild plant retained their strong medicinal properties and became the primary source for essential oil extraction.

The essential oil, obtained by steam distillation of the seeds, gained importance with the development of modern aromatherapy. It became known for its regenerative effects on the skin, as well as its supportive action on detoxification and liver function.

Chemically, Wild Carrot essential oil is characterised by a high content of sesquiterpenes and sesquiterpenols, particularly carotol, which contributes to its restorative and protective qualities.

Traditionally, Wild Carrot has been associated with renewal and restoration. It is considered a plant that supports the body in clearing stagnation and rebuilding strength, making it a valuable ally in both skincare and holistic health practices.

Volume

5ml

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