If you’re looking for a natural, plant-based solution to help support aging skin, carrot seed essential oil for skin may just be your new best friend. Although it’s been a staple in my skincare routine for over 30 years, this underrated oil is finally starting to get the recognition it deserves for its powerful skin benefits — from fighting dullness and signs of aging to helping clear up adult acne.
In fact, I recently shared a full video on my personal experience and how I use carrot seed essential oil for skin — including why it’s in every face serum I make and how it helped transform my own skin. If you’d like to watch the video, I’ve embedded it below for you.
Let’s talk about why this humble oil has earned a permanent spot in my skincare lineup.
What Is Carrot Seed Essential Oil?
Carrot seed essential oil (botanical name Daucus carota) is steam-distilled from the seeds of the wild carrot plant, also known as Queen Anne’s Lace. Unlike carrot root oil, which comes from the orange root vegetable, carrot seed essential oil is more earthy in scent and rich in powerful antioxidants like beta carotene.
That earthy scent — along with its high cost and batch-to-batch variations — are some of the reasons why big commercial brands have overlooked it for so long. But small-batch, handcrafted skincare brands like mine know better.
My Personal Journey with Carrot Seed Oil
I started using carrot seed essential oil in my late 30s to help with persistent adult acne. At the time, natural skincare options were hard to come by — especially out in the country where I lived in Texas. So I began crafting my own solutions and stumbled upon carrot seed oil.
Within a few weeks of using it consistently in a homemade serum, I started to see real improvement. Within three months, my skin had completely cleared up. After experimenting with other products (and seeing my acne return), I knew this oil was a keeper.
Now at 68, I can confidently say it’s been one of the most effective ingredients in keeping my skin looking fresh, healthy, and vibrant.
Why Carrot Seed Essential Oil for Skin?
1. High in Antioxidants
Carrot seed essential oil is loaded with antioxidants, including beta carotene, which help protect your skin from free radicals and support a more youthful appearance.
2. Supports Skin Cell Regeneration
It helps stimulate skin cell turnover, making it great for dull or tired complexions and improving overall skin texture.
3. Natural Anti-Inflammatory Properties
Its anti-inflammatory effects help soothe redness and irritation, making it ideal for conditions like adult acne, eczema, or sun-damaged skin.
4. Mild Sun Damage Support
While not a sunscreen, carrot seed oil offers some natural support against environmental stressors. Just don’t skip your SPF.
Why You Won’t Find It in Most Commercial Skincare
Despite its many benefits, carrot seed essential oil hasn’t been widely adopted by large skincare companies, and here’s why:
- It’s expensive. Wholesale prices can range from $100 to $300 per ounce.
- It has an earthy scent that’s not as mainstream-friendly as lavender or rose.
- Natural variation. Each batch can look and smell slightly different, which big manufacturers often avoid.
But at Susan’s Soaps & More, we embrace that artisanal variation — because it means you’re getting a truly handcrafted product made with real, natural ingredients. We believe and know from experience just how many benefits carrot seed essential oil for skin has.
Easy Ways to Get the Benefits of Carrot Seed Essential Oil
If you want to try carrot seed essential oil for skin in your routine but aren’t ready to make your own blend, I’ve got you covered. I’ve included this powerhouse ingredient in three of my best-selling products:
Formulated for mature skin with carrot seed oil, frankincense oil, patchouli oil, and evening primrose oil to help hydrate, firm, and reduce the appearance of fine lines.
Originally crafted to help with my own adult acne, this blend features carrot seed oil, geranium oil, and other essential oils that balance and nourish breakout-prone skin.
One of our few bars that includes goat’s milk for an extra creamy lather, combined with carrot seed and our anti-aging essential oil blend for a luxurious cleansing experience.
Each of these is ready to use — no need to source your own essential oils or worry about dilutions. But if you prefer DIY skincare, always remember to dilute carrot seed essential oil properly (1–2 drops per teaspoon of carrier oil).
Final Thoughts
Carrot seed oil might not have the flashiest name, but when it comes to natural skincare for mature or sensitive skin, it truly shines. Whether you’re struggling with adult acne, uneven tone, or just want to support your skin as it ages gracefully, this oil is worth exploring.
And if you’re curious about learning more, I share additional essential oil tips and product demos over on my YouTube channel — I’d love to have you join me there.
Have questions about using carrot seed oil essential oil for skin or skincare in general? Drop them in the comments or send me a message. I love hearing from you!
Want to learn more about essential oils? Here is a link to my favorite essential oil resource:
Illustrated Encyclopedia of Essential Oils by Julia Lawless
Some other posts you may like:
Age is Just a Number: My Secret to Radiant Skin at 68 (and Beyond!)
Get your Glow Back: Essential Oils and the Susan Soaps Approach for Holistic Skincare
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