Showing posts with label carrot seed oil. Show all posts
Showing posts with label carrot seed oil. Show all posts

Saturday, 27 April 2013

The various uses and benefits!


There are several benefits that one can enjoy making use of essential oils. In the last decade or so, there has been a sudden rise in the demand of such oils although they tend form an integral part of human culture since centuries. Carrot and Chamomile German Oil are two of most sought-after oils available in the market today. Application of essential oils not only helps you stay fit but also makes your life completely stress free.  Reading further would bring to you a clear picture regarding these two oils.

Carrots have used all throughout Europe and Middle East for centuries. Also, the Romans and the Greeks were well-aware of the medicinal properties that one can get to enjoy from carrot oil. Carotene and Vitamin A were found to be the most essential elements of carrot by early alchemists. They prepared the mixture of lemon oil, bergamot and Carrot Seed Oil for treating various stomach and skin related problems. This oil can also be produced making use of wild carrot seeds and the process of steam distillation.


Although this particular oil extracted from the seed of carrot is the most underrated oil in the world of aromatherapy. However, it is important for you to know that nothing but wellness is what associated with skin rejuvenator and detoxifier. It has soft earthy fragrance that makes your body stress free.  Application of oil to the skin brings in various benefits.  Epidermal cells stimulate keeping wrinkles at bay from you.  This seed is widely known for its amazing properties that reduce skin problems right starting from weeping sores, eczema to acne, boils, ulcers and psoriasis.

Yet another most famous essential oil is Chamomile German Oil that belongs to the Daisy family and is known for having the powerful anti-inflammatory compounds that are to be found in no other oil. Irrespective of being highly anti-inflammatory, this particular oil is very gentle when it comes to its usage. It is widely used as stress and pain relief, for alleviating mouth wounds and comforting rheumatic and arthritis inflammation. It is extremely beneficial for children because it is non-sensitizing and non-irritating. However, make sure that you dilute with carrier oil for the sensitive skin, the elderly, and babies.
You can easily shop for essential oils by running an online search. There are various online stores that offer these oils at rates that suit your pocket. Compare and choose the best for healthy you.

Tuesday, 19 March 2013

Rejuvenating Carrot Seed Oil


All essential oils are made up of natural ingredients and products. Because of their innumerable health benefits, these essential oils are widely used all over the world in various alternative medical systems. Essential oils play an important role in aroma therapy, which essentially uses aroma and natural oils to cure ailments and disorders in the body.

Carrot seed oil is one of the widely used essential oils. It is extracted from the dried seeds of wild carrot known as Daucus Carota botanically through the process of steam distillation. The tree grows to two feet in height. The leaves of the plant are oblong shaped and it is an annual plant.

The name carrot is derived from Greek. It has its origins in France, England Europe. This oil is pale orange to brown in colour and has a sweet earthly, woody smell. This oil blends well with other essential oils like Juniper oil, Geranium and other citrus oils. Chemical components like camphene, a-pinene, b-pinene, b-bisabolene, sabinene, myrcene, carotol , geranyl acetate and limonene. It leaves honeyed and woody aroma and is widely used for various purposes.

Its therapeutic properties make it a perfect cytophylatic, antiseptic, diuretic, carminative, stimulant, tonic, hepatic and vermifuge.

Carrot seed oil has cleaning properties which can be used to detoxify the digestive system. It helps to reduce the accumulation of toxins in muscles and joints. It is beneficial for mucus membranes in nose, throat and lungs. It helps the skin in the treatment of conditions like rashes, eczema and dermatitis.

This essential oil has antioxidant properties and can be used to retain youthfulness and eliminate signs of wrinkles and aging. The carotol in the oil has skin rejuvenating properties. It can be used on all types of skin.
This oil helps to retain the colour of the hair and because of vitamin A, improves eye sight. As it has antiseptic and antiviral properties, it is effectively used in the treatment of burns and minor wounds. Its antibacterial property helps to treat sores, ulcers, rashes, gangrene and carbuncles.

It has been used as a detoxifier and is used to detoxify blood, internal organs and tissues. Research is still going on to ascertain the benefits of Carrot seed oil in the treatment of cancer.

Women during their pregnancy should avoid the usage of this oil. It is better to consult a qualified practitioner and get advice on the usage of this oil.