Vetiver is an aromatic grass native to India. It is closely related to Citronella, Lemongrass and Palmarosa and strengthens the soil with its roots that can grow up to 4 meters into the ground.Vetiver Essential Oil is extracted through steam distillation of the aromatic roots.
Where is it from?
Vetiver grass originally comes from India, but is now also grown in other tropical parts of the world, such as Haiti and Réunion.
Fragrance description
Vetiver Essential Oil has a sweet, earthy and woody aroma with a smoky undertone.
Benefits of Vetiver Essential Oil
Grounding aroma
Vetiver Essential Oil has a wonderful scent reminiscent of a walk in the woods. The earthy scent of Vetiver keeps you grounded in times of emotional imbalance. It provides peace and self-confidence and strengthens self-awareness.
Promotes concentration
Vetiver Essential Oil improves your concentration and stimulates the mind to think clearly. It keeps you focused so you can perform better.
Supports skin care
Vetiver nourishes dry and saggy skin. It stimulates the production of new skin cells and has an antibacterial effect. Beneficial for acne, eczema and skin irritation and for poor skin circulation.
How do you use Vetiver Essential Oil?
In a diffuser
Add 3 drops of Vetiver Essential Oil and 4 drops of Sandalwood Essential Oil to the water reservoir of a diffuser. Turn these on for peace and mental stability and to strengthen your self-awareness.
As a massage oil
Mix 3 drops of Vetiver Essential Oil, 2 drops of Orange Essential Oil and 1 drop of Grapefruit Essential Oil with 50 ml of base oil (e.g. Argan oil). Massage this into the dry and sagging skin.
As a face mask
Mix 2 tablespoons of bentonite clay, 5 to 6 tablespoons of water, 1 drop of Vetiver Essential Oil and 1 drop of Lavender Essential Oil together into a thick paste. Apply the mixture to your face, avoiding eyes and lips. Leave it on for 10 minutes and then rinse with lukewarm water.
In a body scrub
Mix 6 drops of Vetiver Essential Oil, 5 drops of Neroli Essential Oil and 3 drops of Lemon Essential Oil with 2 tablespoons of Coconut Oil and add this to 250 grams of Dead Sea Salt. Scrub your body with this while showering to cleanse and firm your skin and to stimulate good blood circulation.NB! Avoid use during pregnancy. Use with caution on sensitive skin.
