Description

Carrot Root Essential Oil is a C02 extract from the familiar carrot. It is actually an emulsion of carrot root extract and jojoba oil, as the undiluted form would be too thick for typical applications. It is distinct from Carrot Seed Essential Oil, though the two oils are complementary and share a number of beneficial properties.

Like Carrot Seed Essential Oil, Carrot Root Essential Oil is one of the most valuable oils when it comes to skin and hair care. In addition, it's also used in aromatherapy for its detoxifying effects and for its powerful anti-aging properties.

Properties: Antioxidant, Anti-Inflammatory, Stimulant, Diuretic, Antiseptic, Emmenagogue, Hepatic

Aroma: Mild, Sweet, Earthy, Herbaceous

Blends with: Carrot Seed, Helichrysum, Rose Otto, Ylang Ylang, Helichrysum, Frankincense, Geranium, German Chamomile

Benefits

Skin care... Carrot Root Essential Oil is high in carotenes, vitamin E, and vitamin A precursors. As a result, it is a wonderful help to many skin problems, particularly those that involve irritation or inflammation.

Hair care... The carotenes and vitamins present in Carrot Root Essential Oil are also highly beneficial for protecting and strengthening hair. In addition, the antiseptic properties of this oil help ensure good scalp health.

Anti-aging... Because of its high antioxidant content, Carrot Root Essential Oil is commonly used to prevent or even reverse skin damage caused by UV radiation, and to protect the skin against premature aging.

Recipes

For stronger, fuller hair

1 oz. Argan Oil

2 drops Ylang Ylang Essential Oil

8 drops Carrot Root Essential Oil

Blend the oils together and massage the blend into your scalp and the roots of your hair. Allow it to stay for at least a half hour. Wash your hair with your normal shampoo afterwards.

Recovery for dry, chapped skin

1 oz. Argan Oil

4 drops Lavender Essential Oil

4 drops Carrot Seed Essential Oil

4 drops Carrot Root Essential Oil

4 drops German Chamomile

Mix the oils, and apply to any irritated and dry areas until your skin recovers.

Smoothing out wrinkles

1 oz. Argan Oil

6 drops Frankincense Essential Oil

6 drops Carrot Root Essential Oil

Blend the oils together and apply in the morning and before bed. Allow the oils to absorb into your skin.