Carrot is an herbaceous plant originally native to Asia. Prized for the culinary qualities of its roots, it has been acclimatized to all temperate zones around the world. While its roots are a well-known food, few people know that carrot seeds contain an essential oil. France is one of the largest producers of carrot seeds for reproduction, with major seed production sites located primarily in the southern and western parts of the country.
Daucus carota L.
France
Code 235
CAS TSCA 8015-88-1
CAS EINECS 84929-61-3
Carrot is an herbaceous plant originally native to Asia. Prized for the culinary qualities of its roots, it has been acclimatized to all temperate zones around the world. While its roots are a well-known food, few people know that carrot seeds contain an essential oil. France is one of the largest producers of carrot seeds for reproduction, with major seed production sites located primarily in the southern and western parts of the country.
This essential oil is made at the Biolandes Valreas site from carrot seeds grown mainly in France and more particularly in the South-West.
Seed
This essential oil is made at the Biolandes Valreas site from carrot seeds grown mainly in France and more particularly in the South-West.
In cosmetics, carrot extracts are used in products like revitalizing creams. They are also used in products for firming the skin, dry skin, irritated skin, problem skin, dull complexions, combination skin and oily skin, as well as body care and anti-cellulite products.
Main components: Carotol (30.00 to 45.00%), Alpha pinene (2.00 to 12.00%), Beta caryophyllene (2.00 to 10.00%), Caryophyllene oxide (<= 10.00%), Sabinene (2.00 to 10.00%)