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Carrot Seed Essential Oil Botanical Name: Daucus carota Common Method Of Extraction: Steam distilled Parts Used: Seed Note Classification: Middle Aroma: Dry, slightly sweet, earthy Largest Producing Countries: India, France and Hungary. Traditional Use: Used in flavoring liquors and in perfume compositions. The roots are associated with the liver and gallbladder, and the seeds are used to treat the kidneys and digestive system. Properties: Anthelminthic, antiseptic, carminative, depurative, diuretic, emmenagogue, hepatic, stimulant, tonic, and vasodilatory. Benefits: Accumulation of toxins, amenorrhea, anemia, anorexia, arthritis, cell proliferant, colic, dermatitis, dysmenorrhea, eczema, indigestion, mature skin, psoriasis, rashes, skin irritation. In perfumery carrot can be added to a blend to round out the aroma. Blends Well With: Cassie, cedarwood, citrus oils, geranium, spice oils. Of Interest: Carrot seed oil is used in many skin care formulas for dry, mature, or wrinkled skin. Some believe that it will remove wrinkles and rejuvenate the skin by removing toxins. In the Chinese tradition, it is used to treat dysentery and to expel worms. Safety Data: Do not use during pregnancy as it can cause abortions. Non-toxic, non-irritant, non-sensitizing.   Disclaimer: This information is for educational purposes only, it is not intended to treat, cure, prevent or, diagnose any disease or condition. Nor is it intended to prescribe in any way. This information is for educational purposes only and may not complete, nor may its data be accurate. As with all essential oils, never use them undiluted. Do not take internally unless working with a qualified and expert practitioner. Keep away from children. If applying an essential oil to your skin always perform a small patch test to an insensitive part of the body (after you have properly diluted the oil in an appropriate carrier.   View Cart/Check Out Privacy Policy   |   Return Policy   |  Ordering Information   |  International Orders   |  Quality Control Products Index     |    A Modern Herbal     |    Botanical.com Copyright © 2000-2010 Botanical.com customerservice@mountainroseherbs.com