Vetiver

Vetiveria zizanioides

Derived from the aromatic roots of the Vetiveria zizanioides (Linn) Nash botanical, Vetiver Essential Oil has come to be known as both the “Oil of Tranquility” and “The Fragrance of the Soil” in India and Sri Lanka, due to its grounding, sensuous, and deeply calming scent. Vetiver belongs to the Grass family, and is sometimes referred to as Vetivert and Khus.  

Since ancient times, almost the entire Vetiver plant has been used for various applications including the making of perfumes, soaps, and cosmetics. Used in foods and drinks, Vetiver made a cooling beverage and sorbet flavoring. Since the Middle Ages, Vetiver Oil was most commonly used in scents. Its deep and woody aroma has come to be associated with masculine colognes, and it has come to be a main ingredient in a large percentage of men’s fragrances. In Ayurvedic practices, Vetiver Oil was respected for its spiritually inspiring aroma and for its remedial qualities.  

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  • STUDIED PROPERTIES
  • COMMON USES

STUDIED PROPERTIES

SPECIFICATIONS 
APPEARANCE        Yellow clear mobile Liquid 
ODOUR       Characteristic, woody  
SPECIFIC GRAVITY @20°C      0.998 to 1.040 
REFRACTIVE INDEX @20°C    1.510 to1.530 
SOLUBILITY          Insoluble In Water, Soluble In Ethyl Alcohol 
FLASHPOINT (°C)     93° 


GENERAL CHEMICAL CONSTITUENTS 
The main constituents that are known to influence the aroma are α-Vetivone, β-Vetivone, and Khusinol. 
 
ALLERGENS:  
No Known Allergens

COMMON USES

Creams, Lotions, Serums, Cleansers, Shampoos, Conditioners, Soaps, Perfumes And Masculine Colognes Massage Oils and Diffusers. 
 
BENEFITS: 
Anti-Inflammatory, Deodorizing, Anti-Septic, Tonic, Detoxifying, Rejuvenating, Strengthening, Replenishing, Hydrating, Aphrodisiac, Sedative, Grounding, Calming, Balancing, Deodorizing, Anti-Septic, Aphrodisiac, Tonic, Anti-Spasmodic, Immune-Stimulating, Warming, Stimulating, Detoxifying, Strengthening, Replenishing, Arthritis And Other Joint Disorders, Muscular Aches, Headaches, Fevers, Loss Of Energy, Heat Strokes, And Skin Problems.  
 
Enhances the moisturizer’s ability to nourish and hydrate dry, irritated skin while reducing the appearance of wrinkles, stretch marks, scars, wounds, and uneven skin tone. Vetiver Oil are known to encourage the growth of new skin and thereby facilitate the fading of scars or unwanted marks, such as those left by acne, burns, diseases, and cuts. 
 
BLENDS WELL WITH: 
Angelica, Bergamot, Black Pepper, Clary Sage, Cypress, Frankincense Serrata, Geranium, Helichrysum Italicum, Jasmine, Lavender, Lemon, Marjoram Sweet, Myrrh, Nutmeg, Patchouli, Rose Absolute, Sandalwood Australian,  Turmeric, Ylang Ylang.