All our oils are fresh and bottled daily. Expiration date is at least 12 month from sale date. Organic Ingredients: 100% Pure Organic Vetiver Essential Oil. Botanical Name: Vetiveria zizaniodes stapf. Extraction Method: Steam distillation. Color: Colorless to pale yellow liquid. Aromatic Description: A base note with a strong aroma, has an earthy, woody scent characteristic of oils derived from roots, with a rich note that is popular in products designed for men. 2 oz up to Gallon – Clear/Amber High Quality PET Plastic Bottles BPA free with a Disc Top Lid or Regular Lid. 0.6 oz & 1.1 oz – Amber Glass Bottles with a Dropper or a Cap. 4 oz up to Gallon bottles are sealed. Select your choice from the drop down above. Vetiver oil, also known as khus oil, is a lesser-known plant oil that offers a heavy, earthy fragrance, which is reminiscent of patchouli but with a touch of lemon. It is believed to be very grounding, calming, and stabilizing, and provides a range of essential oil uses and benefits. Learn more about this herbal oil. What Is Vetiver Oil? Chrysopogon zizanioides, commonly known as vetiver, is a perennial grass that belongs to the Poaceae family, which is native to India. 1 Western and Northern India know this plant as khus. Vetiver (Vetiveria zizanioides), derived from a Tamil word that means “hatcheted up, ” can grow up to 1.5 meters, and have tall stems and long, thin, and rigid leaves. Its flowers are brownish-purple. Vetiver hails from India but is widely cultivated in the world’s tropical regions. Vetiver essential oil is derived through the steam distillation of the plant’s roots. It has a strong initial aroma and is described as woody, smokey, earthy, herbaceous, and spicy. 2 While not widely known, it dates back centuries and, in the 12th century, even became a taxable item in India. 3 Perhaps the most valued quality of vetiver oil is that it is deeply grounding, 4 and often used for promoting sleep. It is said to also be equally helpful for restlessness. Uses of Vetiver Oil. Almost the whole vetiver plant is used for various applications. The roots have been particularly used since ancient times. Vetiver essential oil is extensively utilized in perfumery, including the creation of perfumes for the body, room fresheners, and coolers, as well as soaps, cosmetics, and oils. It is also a flavoring agent in beverages, sorbets, and other foodstuff. 5 Its aromatic effect on the mind is grounding, calming, and balancing, while its other notable actions are antiseptic, antispasmodic, immune-stimulating, warming, sedative to the nervous system, and stimulating to the circulatory system, to name a few. 6 Vetiver oil’s calming and soothing properties are said to dispel anger, hysteria, and irritability, and reduce neurotic behavior. 7 This in turn reduces stress and tension. These revitalizing qualities make it helpful with physical and mental exhaustion, and for addressing issues ranging from general aches and pains to insomnia and anxious feelings. Benefits of Vetiver Oil. According to Organic Facts, 10 vetiver essential oil provides the following health benefits: Enhances libido and awakens sexual desire Provides relief to insomnia patients Speeds up eradication of scars and other skin marks Has antiseptic properties Provides relief from all types of inflammation Improves and maintains good nerve health Rejuvenates the body and helps boost immunity Helps heal wounds by promoting growth of new tissues. Cedarwood, Chamomile, Frankincense, Ginger, Jasmine, Juniper, Lavender, Lemongrass, Patchouli, Rose, Sandalwood, Spikenard, Vanilla, and Ylang-ylang. The item “Premium Liquid Gold Vetiver Essential Oil 100% Pure Organic Natural Aromatherapy” is in sale since Wednesday, March 23, 2016. This item is in the category “Health & Beauty\Natural & Alternative Remedies\Aromatherapy”. The seller is “organic_gold” and is located in Illinois. This item can be shipped to United States, Canada, United Kingdom, Denmark, Romania, Slovakia, Bulgaria, Czech republic, Finland, Hungary, Latvia, Lithuania, Malta, Estonia, Australia, Greece, Portugal, Cyprus, Slovenia, Japan, China, Sweden, South Korea, Indonesia, Taiwan, Thailand, Belgium, France, Ireland, Netherlands, Poland, Spain, Italy, Germany, Austria, Philippines, Norway, Ukraine, Croatia, Malaysia, Colombia.
