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Carrot oil in skincare – there are at least 5 good reasons to use it. I have combination skin, which can get really dry in some areas during winter. As I layer my skincare products, I like to finish off with a few drops of oil during this dry time of year. This time, I’ve decided to give carrot oil a go.
Carrot oil is extracted from the roots of the wild carrot. It is usually mixed with carotene and another carrier oil. It has a dark colour and a pungent smell. I mix about 3 drops into my day cream every day and I’m really delighted with it!
1. carrot oil is the healthiest self-tanner in the world
This oil gives my face a light tan, which is just what I need. In February, very few of us have a healthy complexion. I really like the shade, and on most days I can skip the foundation. A touch of powder on top – and I’m done. My complexion just looks healthy and fresh.
2. carrot oil protects and prolongs the holiday tan
We need to be careful with sun tanning. Carrot oil helps to make your tan last longer. What’s more, the carotenoids protect the plant itself from UV rays – an effect that also benefits our skin. It’s not enough on its own as sun protection, but it’s ideal as a supplementary measure.
3. carrot oil helps against skin blemishes
Thanks to its high vitamin A content, carrot oil has a regulating effect and helps to reduce inflammation. Oily and blemish-prone skin benefits enormously, as it helps prevent spots and blackheads. My combination skin responds wonderfully: the dry patches have disappeared, and the oily areas don’t become greasy again but have a healthy glow.
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4. High vitamin A (retinol) content
Vitamin A, or retinol, is essential in anti-ageing skincare. It occurs in its natural form in carrot oil. It helps the skin to renew itself by regulating cell division.
5. Carrot oil firms, rejuvenates and refreshes
It provides the skin with intense hydration and protects it from free radicals. For me, it’s a blessing to have a natural product that stimulates cell renewal and forms a protective barrier.
How do you use carrot oil properly?
You can massage the oil straight into damp skin or – as I do – mix it into your day cream. This ensures it’s evenly distributed. Don’t forget your neck, but be careful: carrot oil can stain fabric. However, I haven’t had any problems so far when mixing it with cream.
Which carrot oil would you recommend?
After lots of testing, I’ve found a favourite, which we’ve also added to our shop because of its high quality. It goes a long way and is ideal for preparing pale legs for early summer.
Carrot oil as a hair treatment
Vitamins A and E can speed up hair growth and repair split ends. Simply massage them into damp hair whilst warm, leave for 15 minutes, then rinse thoroughly.
