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Vetiveria zizanoides

Note: Base

Parts Used: roots and rootlets

Source: steam distillation of the roots and rootlets - washed, chopped, dried and soaked. Vetiver is a small, tufted perennial, scented grass native to south India, Indonesia and Sri Lanka. The oil is mainly produced in Java, Haiti and Réunion; some is distilled in Europe and the USA.

Description and Odor Effect: a dark-brown, olive or amber viscous oil with a deep, smoky, earthy-woody odor and a sweet persistent undertone. The color and scent can vary according to the source.

Nature: soothing, warming

Blends well with: sandalwood, rose, violet, jasmine, patchouli, oakmoss, lavender, clary sage, ylang ylang

Physical Uses: Vetiver is used in the treatment of acne, cuts, oily skin, wounds, arthritis, muscular aches and pains, rheumatism, sprains and stiffness.

Mental and Emotional Uses: Vetiver calms nervousness, promotes a restful sleep, thus it used to treat debility, depression, insomnia and nervous tension.

Vetiver has a woody, earthy aroma and a subtle, deeply relaxing effect - valuable in massage and baths for anybody experiencing stress.

Caution: Avoid during pregnancy. The roots yield a small amount of oil, and as such, it is often adulterated with synthetics.

Therapeutic Properties: abortifacient, analgesic, anthelmintic, antibacterial, anti-inflammatory, antiseptic, antispasmodic, antistress, aphrodisiac, astringent, calmative, cardiotonic, carminative, detoxifier, diaphoretic, diuretic, emetic, emmenagogue, insect repellent, insecticide, nervine, parasiticide, revitalizing, rubefacient, sedative, stimulant (immune system), stomachic, tonic, vermifuge

Applications: application, aroma lamp, bath, inhaler, lightbulb ring, massage, mist spray

Keyword: Harmonising

In India and Sri Lanka the essence is known as 'the oil of tranquility'