Vetiver Essential Oil - Certified Organic

Organic Vetiver essential oil from Java in Indonesia has a captivating natural aroma that is deeply characteristic, earthy and woody. A grounding anchor for the mind and nervous system, Vetiver's calming and stress-relieving properties make it a wonderful oil to help soothe the mind, reduce tension and promote a tranquil environment. Excellent for targeted cosmetic formulations addressing skin barrier irritation, surface redness or environmental exposure.

Botanical Name: Vetiveria zizanoides

Method of Extraction: Steam Distilled

Part Typically Used: Roots

Country of Origin: Indonesia

Organic Certifier: Bio-Gro

Typical Main Constituents

• Khusimol – 9.14%

• beta-Vetivenene – 5.74%

• beta-Vetivone – 5.22%

• Eudesmol and Cadinol isomers – 4.68%

• alpha-Vetivone – 4.33%

• isovalencenol (E) – 3.36%

• Zizanone – 3.23%

• alpha-Vetispirene – 2.13%

Description: Yellowish brown to reddish brown liquid, has a characteristic, woody, earthy aroma.

Actions: Powerful anti-inflammatory, cooling agent, stress reliever, antiseptic and antioxidant.

Special use: High-performance grounding for the skin and hinengaro (mind). Excellent for alleviating heat, reducing complexional redness and soothing irritated skin barriers.

Blends Well With: Deep earthy, woody, citrus and rich floral oils. It pairs exceptionally well with Lavender, Bergamot, Cedarwood, Sandalwood, Patchouli, Jasmine and Ylang Ylang.

Aromatherapy / Home Use

• Skincare: Soothing and balancing for stressed skin barriers. Its significant anti-inflammatory and antioxidant actions help reduce surface redness, heat and irritation. Highly effective when formulated into body balms, face oils, defensive body salves and scar care products.

• Muscle & Skeletal system: Frequently incorporated into grounding body oils or targeted massage preparations to alleviate skin discomfort and promote full-body relaxation.

• Nervous System: A classic grounding oil that directly targets stress and nervous tension. Used in diffusion or aromatic applications to steady the mind, quieten overactivity and construct a serene, peaceful environment.

• Hair & Scalp Care: Delivers a profoundly calming and grounding effect when introduced to the scalp. Ideal for leave-on hair oils, specialised scalp treatments and clarifying formulations.

General Essential Oil Safety Recommendations

• Do not take essential oils internally unless under advisement by a qualified medical professional.

• Do not use essential oils undiluted on the skin. It is always best to try a small patch test first of the diluted essential oil.

• People who are pregnant or have serious medical problems are advised to consult with a qualified aromatherapy practitioner before using essential oils.

• Use extreme caution when using essential oils with children or pets. It is safest to consult with a qualified aromatherapy practitioner before using essential oils with children.

General Disclaimer

The product information provided on this website is intended for educational purposes only. The information provided is not considered to be complete and is not guaranteed to be accurate. The information contained in this website is not intended to be sufficient to provide diagnosis and/or treatment of medical conditions. It is recommended that treatment of serious health conditions be done with the help of a trained qualified medical practitioner.