Carrot Seed (Daucus carota) is a earthy essential oil with a earthy, sweet, herbaceous aroma and a heart note. Steam distillation from seed, it is a versatile blending oil that pairs well with Geranium, Lavender, Frankincense (Carterii). For topical use, keep dilution at or below 3%.
Rich in carotol. Earthy sweet herbaceous aroma. Often used in skincare blends for a healthy-looking complexion.
Aroma & character
Aroma
Traditional aromatherapy associations
Traditional associations only — not medical claims or evidence of efficacy.
Properties
| Perfumery note | Heart |
| Aroma family | Earthy |
| Chemical family | Sesquiterpenol |
| Material type | Essential oil |
| Extraction | Steam distillation |
| Plant part | seed |
| Origin | France, Hungary, India |
| Blending factor | 4 |
| Volatility index | 3 |
| Tenacity (hours) | 6.0 |
Safety & dilution
| Max topical dilution | 3% |
| Max facial dilution | 1% |
| Pregnancy | Not recommended |
| Nursing | Not recommended |
| Children | Not recommended for young children |
| Cats | Generally suitable when properly diluted |
| Dogs | Generally suitable when properly diluted |
Safety flags
Evidence: Traditional — EODB: 5 GC-MS analyses (Daucus carota).
For education only — not medical or veterinary advice. Essential oils are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any condition. Always patch-test and consult a qualified professional before use during pregnancy, on children, with pets, or with a health condition.
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Frequently asked questions
What does Carrot Seed essential oil smell like?
Carrot Seed has a earthy, sweet, herbaceous, dry aroma, classed as a earthy oil with a heart note.
What is the safe dilution for Carrot Seed?
For topical use, keep Carrot Seed at or below 3%, and 1% on facial skin. Always patch-test before wider use.
Is Carrot Seed safe to use during pregnancy?
Carrot Seed is not recommended during pregnancy. Consult a qualified healthcare provider before any use.
Is Carrot Seed safe to use around children?
Carrot Seed is not recommended for young children. Consult a professional before use.
Is Carrot Seed safe around pets?
For cats — generally lower-risk when well diluted and diffused sparingly; dogs — generally lower-risk when well diluted. Diffuse only in ventilated spaces and consult a veterinarian.
What does Carrot Seed blend well with?
Carrot Seed pairs well with Geranium, Lavender, Frankincense (Carterii).