Vetiver Essential Oil
Best for: Deep, earthy, grounding blends for evening rituals
- Ships NZ-wide from our Kaiapoi warehouse
- Questions? Call 0800 228 767
Description
Vetiver essential oil is steam distilled from the roots of Chrysopogon zizanioides, grown in India. It has a deep, earthy, smoky aroma and a rich, slightly viscous texture, and is a profoundly grounding base note.
Its earthy scent is popular for creating a calm, grounding atmosphere, particularly for evening rituals and relaxation blends. As a base note it adds depth, warmth and staying power, pairing beautifully with sandalwood, patchouli, cedarwood and bergamot. It can irritate skin and eyes and may cause an allergic reaction, so always dilute well and patch test first.
- Deep, earthy, smoky aroma
- Rich base note that adds depth and staying power
- Popular for a calm, grounding atmosphere in the evening
- Pairs well with sandalwood, patchouli, bergamot and ylang ylang
Blends well with: Bergamot, cedarwood, frankincense, jasmine, lavender, patchouli, sandalwood and ylang ylang
About this oil
Vetiver essential oil is steam distilled from the roots of Chrysopogon zizanioides, grown in India. It has a deep, earthy, smoky aroma and a rich, slightly viscous texture, and is a profoundly grounding base note.
Its earthy scent is popular for creating a calm, grounding atmosphere, particularly for evening rituals and relaxation blends. As a base note it adds depth, warmth and staying power, pairing beautifully with sandalwood, patchouli, cedarwood and bergamot. It can irritate skin and eyes and may cause an allergic reaction, so always dilute well and patch test first.
- Deep, earthy, smoky aroma
- Rich base note that adds depth and staying power
- Popular for a calm, grounding atmosphere in the evening
- Pairs well with sandalwood, patchouli, bergamot and ylang ylang
Uses
- Diffuser or vaporiserAdd 2–4 drops to your diffuser or oil burner with water for a calm, earthy room aroma, on its own or with lavender or bergamot.
- BathMix 2–3 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 1–2% (roughly 6–12 drops per 30ml). Patch test first.
Blends well with
Vetiver Essential Oil pairs nicely with these oils. Tap one to find it in the shop.
Specifications
| Botanical name | Chrysopogon zizanioides |
|---|---|
| Plant part | Roots |
| Extraction | Steam distillation |
| Purity | 100% pure and natural |
| Appearance | Amber brown to reddish brown, slightly viscous liquid |
| Aroma | Deep, earthy and smoky |
| Size options | 10ml, 25ml, 50ml, 100ml, 200ml |
| Origin | India |
| Shelf life | 48 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.
- 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.
See our shipping policy and returns policy, or call 0800 228 767.
