Vetiver Oil by NOW FOODS is an essential oil for aromatherapy. It comes in a 10 ml bottle, is steam-distilled from the roots of the vetiver plant and has a sweet, woody, earthy scent.
It suits people who use an aroma diffuser at home or who like to make their own blends with a carrier oil. It is not a food supplement and must not be taken by mouth.
Vetiver essential oil comes from Vetiveria zizanioides. Steam distillation of the plant's roots gives an amber oil with an earthy, woody character. According to the manufacturer, NOW essential oils are tested and come with a certificate of analysis that can be traced by batch number.
Which oils make good partners for vetiver?
The manufacturer lists bergamot, black pepper, patchouli, rose absolute, sandalwood and ylang ylang oils.
How should vetiver essential oil be diluted for use on the skin?
Blend it into jojoba, grapeseed, olive or almond oil before it touches the skin; for the ratio, the label points to essential oil literature or another professional reference.
Ingredients: Vetiver essential oil (Vetiveria zizanioides)
Notes:
For external and aromatherapy use only!
Do not take orally!
Do not apply undiluted to the skin!
Avoid contact with the eyes!
If you are pregnant or nursing, check with your healthcare practitioner first!
Keep out of reach of children!
Close the cap tightly immediately after use to prevent oxidation!
Room temperature and the original bottle suit it best; keep it away from heat sources, sunny spots and bathrooms!
SILA BG Team!
