Caraway seed essential oil is extracted from the Caraway plant by steam distillation. You need between 20 and 40 kilograms of caraway seeds for 1 liter of oil.The caraway plant looks a lot like the fennel plant, but has white flowers instead of yellow. In addition, the seeds of the caraway plant are very similar to cumin seeds, although the taste of caraway seeds is a lot sharper.Both the seeds and roots of this plant are edible and are often used in Indian and North African cuisine.
Where is it from?
The caraway plant grows wild in North Africa, Asia and Europe.
Fragrance description
Sharp, spicy, anise-like
Benefits of Caraway Seed Oil
Antispasmodic
Caraway seed oil is often used by women during their menstruation and labor due to its antispasmodic properties. In lactating women it can help to stimulate the production of breast milk.
Antihistamine
Caraway seed oil contains antihistamines and is mildly antiseptic. It is used for various allergic reactions such as hay fever and skin allergies.
For digestion
Disturbed digestion can cause several discomforts. Caraway seed oil helps with many of the symptoms associated with this. This includes heartburn, bloating with excessive gas formation and nausea.
Cleansing and strengthening
Caraway seed oil is effective for oily, impure (acne) skin. The oil cleanses the skin, improves the complexion and strengthens sagging skin.
How do you use Caraway Seed Oil?
In Bath
Mix 5 drops of caraway seed oil with 2 drops of eucalyptus oil and 2 drops of cedar oil. Mix this together with a bath oil and pour the mixture into a heated bath.
As a facial lotion
Add 3 drops of caraway seed oil and 3 drops of lavender oil to 50 ml of rose water. Mix well and use on a cotton pad to cleanse the face.
For hay fever
Add 3 drops of peppermint oil, 2 drops of eucalyptus oil and 2 drops of caraway oil to the water reservoir of a diffuser. The aroma that is released helps open your airways and relieve your hay fever.
For indigestion
Dissolve 2 drops of caraway seed oil with 1 tablespoon of honey in a small cup of warm water. Then drink this. Useful for digestive disorders, gas formation and poor appetite.NB! Do not use undiluted on the skin. Do not use in the sun. May cause phototoxicity and affect the skin.Maximum dosage for the skin: 0.4% on 100 ml carrier oil or cream.
