Category  Essential Oils

Species    Vetiveria zizanioides 

Part          Root

Method    Hydrodiffusion

Class        Sesquiterpenol

Country    Haiti

Code        VetZHD2

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Vetiver Essential Oil, Haiti, (Vetiveria zizaniodes), is well known for its anti-inflammatory properties and is traditionally used for arthritic symptoms.

Alpha-Vetivone [3-6%]

Beta-Vetivone [3-6%]

Khusenol [6-11%]

Isovalencenol [11-15%]

Nootkatone [2-5%]

Khusimone [3-6%]

Action:  Vetiver is antiseptic, antispasmodic, calming, grounding, a rubefacient (locally warming), a sedative (nervous system), and a stimulant (circulatory, production of red corpuscles).

Traditional Uses:  Vetiver is well known for its anti-inflammatory properties and it traditionally used for arthritic symptoms.

Other Uses:  Vetiver may help acne, anxiety, arthritis, cuts, depression (including postpartum), insomnia, rheumatism, stress, skin care (oily, aging, irritated).

Application:  Diffuse or apply topically, especially in a soothing massage.  May be added to food or rice milk as a dietary supplement.

Fragrant Influence:  Vetiver has a heavy, earthy fragrance similar to patchouli with a touch of lemon.  Vetiver oil is psycholgically grounding, calming, and stabilizing.  Vetiver helps one cope with stress and recover from emotional traumas and shocks.

Safety Data:  If pregnant or under a doctor's care, consult your physician.

Companion Oils:  Clary sage oil, Jasmine oil, Lavender oil, Patchouli oil, Rose oil, Sandalwood oil, and Ylang Ylang oil.

Vetiver Essential Oil, Hydrodiffused, The Best! This Hydrodiffused Vetiver oil has a herbaceous, earthy, wood aroma. Vetiver oil is said to be a nice, calming addition to meditation and relaxation blends. For natural perfume, Vetiver oil's aroma works well in both feminine and masculine blends. It blends well with Clary Sage, Cedarwood, Myrrh, and Angelica Root.