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Botanical Brief No. 53: Carrot Seed Oil

Updated: Jan 12

ROOTED WISDOM


Rooted Wisdom: Carrot Seed Oil, Daucus Carota

Botanical Brief No. 53


  • Steam-distilled from the seeds of wild carrot plants native to Europe and Western Asia, distinct from carrot root oil or carrot macerates.

  • Rich in carotol, a sesquiterpene unique to carrot seed oil, studied for its antioxidant and skin-conditioning properties.

  • Contains naturally occurring beta-carotene derivatives, contributing to a subtle radiance-enhancing effect without staining the skin.

  • Supports a more even-looking skin tone by helping skin recover from oxidative and environmental stress.

  • Offers antioxidant support that helps defend against pollution-related skin damage.

  • Particularly well suited for mature, dry, and environmentally stressed skin, where barrier resilience is compromised.

  • Should be avoided by individuals with known carrot or Apiaceae family sensitivities.

  • As with any botanical ingredient, a patch test is recommended prior to first use, especially for those with sensitive or reactive skin.


Carrot Seed Oil cultivates warm vitality, refining tone and restoring a naturally radiant complexion.

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