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Vetiver Essential Oil - T he Facts
- By Pauline Walsh
- Published 30 October 2007
- Aromatherapy , Skin Care , Ageing Well
- Unrated
Botanical Name - (Vetiveria zizanoides)
Part of plant used - root
Vetiver is a strong and earthy smelling oil. It can settle our emotions in stressful times. It is often used with a citrus oil to become more appealing to the senses.
Emotional Applications
· to nourish skin
· seek abundance
· to keep looking young and vital
· to relieve depression, irritability or hysteria
Physical Applications
· Arthritis and rheumatic pain - massage, bath, compress
· Digestion - massage
· Stress and tension - vapouriser, massage, inhalation
Cautions
· Do not take internally.
Part of plant used - root
Vetiver is a strong and earthy smelling oil. It can settle our emotions in stressful times. It is often used with a citrus oil to become more appealing to the senses.
Emotional Applications
· to nourish skin
· seek abundance
· to keep looking young and vital
· to relieve depression, irritability or hysteria
Physical Applications
· Arthritis and rheumatic pain - massage, bath, compress
· Digestion - massage
· Stress and tension - vapouriser, massage, inhalation
Cautions
· Do not take internally.















