Vetiver


Safe for aromatic use

Safe for topical use

Safe for internal use

Oil Category: Single Oil

Family Name: Gramineae, Poaceaea.

Affects these Body Systems: Emotional balance , Hormonal (endocrine) system , Nervous system , Integumentary (skin) system

Usage: Aromatic, Topical, Internal

Contraindications: Skin irritation

Blends well with: Clary Sage , Lavender , Rose , Sandalwood , Ylang Ylang

Method of the Extraction: Steam Distillation

Oil Chemical composition: sequiterpene alcohols: isovalencenol, bicyclovetiverol, khusenol, tricyclovetiverol, vetiverol, zizanol, furfurol, sesquiterpene ketones: alpha- and beta-vetivones, khusimon, nootcatone, sesquiterpenes: vitiven, ricyclovetivene, vetivazulene, beta- and delta-cadinenes, sesquiterpene esters: vetiveryl acetate, carboxylic acids: benzoic acid, palmitic acid and vetivenic acid.

Part of the plant: Roots

Aroma: heavy, balmy, smoky, sweet undertones

Taste: Heavy, balmy, smoky, sweet undertones

Properties:

Antiseptic
Anticonvulsant
Soothing
Stabilizing
Immunostimulative
Sedative
Causing redness
Stimulative

Description

Vetiver – The centering oil has a heavy, smoky, earthy scent reminiscent of patchouli with lemon undertones, which strengthens concentration and patience, creates peace and well-being in order to be fully present. “I am at peace with the present. My life is the art of drawing without the possibility of erasing”.
It affects emotional balance, regenerates the skin, hormonal and nervous system. Used to relieve stress and recover from emotional trauma and shock. Use with caution during pregnancy.
It can be used for:
* Nervous irritation, ADD, ADHD, anguish, anxiety, epilepsy, hysteria, restlessness, nervousness, insomnia: by diffusion or to the top of the head.
* Depression and postpartum depression: by diffusion.
* Soothes inflammation of the circulatory and nervous system: on the feet.
* Aphrodisiac: add to the bath, use for massage or diffuse.
* It reduces stretch marks and scars: to the specific areas.
* Strengthening the immune system: in a capsule.
* Vitiligo (pigmentation disorder): put behind your ears every day.
* Termite repellent: in a spray to the necessary places.
Other uses:
It can help with acne, anorexia, anxiety, arthritis, breast enlargement, cuts, depression, insomnia, muscle rheumatism, nervousness, skin care, sprains, stress and tuberculosis.