Carrot Oil
Carrot oil is the one of the most effective natural oil. The oil is a sweet, woody, spicy scent and is light yellow, amber or brown in color. People from Asia, Africa, Europe and North America have used this extract as a health and beauty treatment since ages. It has even been the subject of scientific research.
What exactly is Carrot Seed Oil? The main compound is called Glycoside A which is a monoterpene that is extracted by steam distillation from carrots. It has been studied as a potential cure for diabetes, cancer, obesity, cardiovascular diseases, psoriasis and skin conditions like acne. It has also been used as a flavoring ingredient in various food products like bread, rice and vegetable oils. The most important characteristic about Glycoside A is that it is considered to be an anti-inflammatory which makes it an excellent anti-oxidant. This also helps to fight bacteria and viruses. It prevents enzymes from damaging tissues and helps in skin regeneration.