Valerian Essential Oil
Best for: Deep, earthy evening blends for a calm wind-down
- Ships NZ-wide from our Kaiapoi warehouse
- Questions? Call 0800 228 767
Description
Valerian essential oil is steam distilled from the roots of Valeriana officinalis, grown in India. It has a strong, woody, musky, earthy-root aroma and is a deep, heavy base note, best used in small amounts.
Valerian has a long traditional reputation for calm, and in aromatherapy it is popular for creating a grounding, peaceful atmosphere before bedtime. Its robust scent is best softened with florals and woods such as lavender, chamomile, ylang ylang and cedarwood. It can irritate skin and eyes, and given its traditional calming reputation, avoid using it alongside sedative medication or alcohol.
- Strong, woody, musky, earthy aroma
- Deep base note, best used in small amounts
- Traditionally associated with calm and evening wind-down rituals
- Softens beautifully with lavender, chamomile and ylang ylang
Blends well with: Bergamot, cedarwood, chamomile, clary sage, lavender, patchouli, sweet marjoram and ylang ylang
About this oil
Valerian essential oil is steam distilled from the roots of Valeriana officinalis, grown in India. It has a strong, woody, musky, earthy-root aroma and is a deep, heavy base note, best used in small amounts.
Valerian has a long traditional reputation for calm, and in aromatherapy it is popular for creating a grounding, peaceful atmosphere before bedtime. Its robust scent is best softened with florals and woods such as lavender, chamomile, ylang ylang and cedarwood. It can irritate skin and eyes, and given its traditional calming reputation, avoid using it alongside sedative medication or alcohol.
- Strong, woody, musky, earthy aroma
- Deep base note, best used in small amounts
- Traditionally associated with calm and evening wind-down rituals
- Softens beautifully with lavender, chamomile and ylang ylang
Uses
- Diffuser or vaporiserAdd 1–2 drops to your diffuser or oil burner with water, blended with softer oils such as lavender or bergamot, for a calm evening atmosphere.
- BathMix 1–2 drops into a tablespoon of carrier oil or unscented bath base first, then add it to a warm bath. Never add undiluted essential oil to bath water.
- Massage and aromatherapyIf you use it in massage, aromatherapy or other skin applications, always dilute it in a carrier oil at around 1% (roughly 6 drops per 30ml). Patch test first.
Blends well with
Valerian Essential Oil pairs nicely with these oils. Tap one to find it in the shop.
Specifications
| Botanical name | Valeriana officinalis |
|---|---|
| Plant part | Roots |
| Extraction | Steam distillation |
| Purity | 100% pure, natural, undiluted |
| Appearance | Yellow to greenish yellow liquid |
| Aroma | Strong, woody, musky and earthy |
| Size options | 10ml, 25ml, 50ml, 100ml |
| Origin | India |
| Shelf life | 36 months when stored correctly |
Safety & storage
- For external use only. Do not take internally.
- Never apply undiluted to the skin. Always dilute in a carrier oil.
- Skin and eye irritant that may cause an allergic skin reaction. Patch test the diluted blend on a small area for 24 hours before full use.
- Keep away from eyes and mucous membranes. Do not use on broken or irritated skin.
- Not recommended during pregnancy or breastfeeding, or for babies and young children, unless advised by a qualified practitioner.
- Avoid combining with sedative medication or alcohol. Keep out of reach of children and pets.
Storage: Store tightly capped in the original dark glass bottle, away from heat and direct sunlight.
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Shipping & returns
We aim to dispatch within 1 working day from our Kaiapoi warehouse. Delivery usually takes up to 2 working days in the South Island and 2–3 in the North Island (rural addresses 1–2 days longer). Shipping is calculated at checkout.
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