Vetiver Essential Oil, Natural

Latin Name: Vetiveria Zizanoides

General Description: The parent plant is a grass. Vetivera Zizanoides Haiti, roots, wild, a tall perennial which originates in India, probably also in Indonesia. The rootlets have been used in the East since antiquity for their precious fragrance. In India, the essence is known as "the oil of tranquility". Vetivert is deeply relaxing, so valuable in massage and baths for anybody experiencing stress. Honey textured and colored, this thickest of essential oils is the perfect base oil to anchor a blend since Vetivert is less apt to "take over" a blend than some of the other base notes. The oil is largely employed as a fixative and fragrance ingredient in cosmetics, perfumes and soaps. It is also used in food preservatives. 

How It's Made: Vetivert Oil is steam distilled from cleaned and washed rootlets which are dried, cut and chopped, then again soaked in water prior to distillation.

Properties:

Muscles: Helps with Arthritis, Helps with Rheumatism Muscular Aches Sprain Pain Relief, Reduces Stiffness 

Skin: Reduces Acne, Helps with Cuts, Helps with Wounds, Helps with Oily skin

Nervous System: Helps with Insomnia, Helps with Nervous Strain, Helps with Debility, Helps with Depression, Blends Well With Angelica Root 

Safety Guidelines: This oil is non-toxic and will not irritate or sensitize the skin. Vetiver should not be used directly on the skin. The oil should first be mixed with a diluting or carrier oil.