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Valeriana officinalis

Valerian

Steam distillation · Roots
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Earthy roots, deep stillness — surrender to the quiet.

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Valerian
Valerian
€37,50
€37,50

ABOUT OUR OIL

Technical data

  • Product Name: Valerian
  • Latin name: Valeriana officinalis
  • Extraction: Steam distillation
  • Origin: India
  • Parts used: Roots
  • Origin of parts: India
  • CAS: 8008-88-6

Features

  • Scent: Deep, earthy, woody and herbaceous with musky, slightly balsamic and fermented undertones
  • Scent type: Greens and herbs
  • Note: Base
  • Color: Pale yellow to olive-green, sometimes amber with age
  • Viscosity: Medium, slightly thick and slow-flowing

Blends with

Lavender, Roman Chamomile, Bergamot, Sweet Orange, Cedarwood, Vetiver, Sandalwood, Frankincense, Clary Sage, Mandarin

BENEFIT HIGHLIGHTS

  • Profound Calm

    Valerian root oil is traditionally used in aromatherapy to promote a sense of deep tranquility. Its earthy aroma may help support a feeling of letting go after demanding days.

  • Restful Wind-Down

    Often used to encourage a peaceful bedtime atmosphere, valerian invites the body and mind toward stillness. A few drops in your evening diffuser can become a cherished sleep cue.

  • Grounded Mind

    With its rich, rooty character, valerian may help support a sense of mental quiet when thoughts feel scattered. It is a beautiful companion for slowing down and returning to yourself.

Product Benefits

Bedtime Atmosphere

Diffused before sleep, valerian creates a hushed, sanctuary-like mood in the bedroom. Pair it with dim lighting for a true wind-down ritual.

Quiet Mind Support

Its deep, sedative aroma is traditionally used to soften racing thoughts. Inhale slowly when you need to step out of mental noise.

Evening Self-Care

A drop in a warm bath blend transforms a simple soak into a slow ceremony. Perfect for honoring the end of a long week.

Anchoring Meditation

Valerian's rooty depth can be a helpful part of grounding meditation. It encourages a felt sense of being held by the earth.

Sleep Sanctuary Pillow Mist

Used in highly diluted linen or pillow mists, it lends a comforting, herbaceous note to bedding. A subtle invitation toward rest.

Niche Perfumery Base

In natural perfumery, valerian adds an animalic, mossy depth beloved by chypre and woody compositions. A little goes a remarkably long way.

WHY TO BUY FROM US?

  • 100% natural extract

    Undilluted with no carrier oils or other substances

  • TruScent Approach® Guarantee

    Laboratory tested, COA/ MSDS/ Allergen list available

  • Worldwide Shipments

    Variety of shipping options including super-fast worldwide delivery

How to use

Sleep Sanctuary Diffusion

🏅 Headline
Turn your bedroom into a hushed retreat for the deepest kind of rest.

✨ What you need
- Ultrasonic diffuser
- 100 ml water
- 2 drops Valerian
- 3 drops Lavender
- 1 drop Roman Chamomile

🤷‍♀️ How to do it
1. 1. Fill diffuser with water. 2. Add the essential oils in the order listed. 3. Dim the lights and start the diffuser 30 minutes before bed. 4. Leave it running for 30–45 minutes while you settle in.

💡 Pro tip
Keep valerian to just 1–2 drops; its character is powerful and lavender will round it beautifully.

🕜 Best time
30 minutes before bedtime

😍 What to expect
A warm, herbal, slightly woody atmosphere that gently signals the body it is time to release the day.

🏅 Headline
A grounding ritual to wash off a noisy world.

✨ What you need
- 1 tablespoon jojoba carrier oil
- 1 drop Valerian
- 2 drops Sweet Orange
- 2 drops Cedarwood
- 1 cup Epsom salts

🤷‍♀️ How to do it
1. 1. Blend essential oils into the jojoba oil. 2. Stir the blend into the Epsom salts. 3. Dissolve into a warm (not hot) bath. 4. Soak for 15–20 minutes with eyes closed and slow breathing.

💡 Pro tip
Always pre-dilute valerian in carrier oil before adding to bathwater so it disperses evenly.

🕜 Best time
Sunday evening or after a demanding day

😍 What to expect
A cocoon of earthy warmth that quiets the nervous system and softens the shoulders.

🏅 Headline
A pocket-sized invitation to pause, breathe, and come home to yourself.

✨ What you need
- 10 ml roller bottle
- 9 ml argan carrier oil
- 1 drop Valerian
- 2 drops Bergamot
- 1 drop Vetiver

🤷‍♀️ How to do it
1. 1. Add essential oils to the empty roller. 2. Top up with argan oil. 3. Cap, label and shake gently. 4. Roll onto inner wrists and behind ears, then cup hands and inhale three slow breaths.

💡 Pro tip
Use bergamot from a non-phototoxic source if you plan to wear it during daylight hours.

🕜 Best time
Late afternoon transition or before sleep

😍 What to expect
An earthy-citrus signature that anchors you within seconds, carrying a quiet, almost forest-floor calm.

BLEND IDEAS

Velvet Night

Purpose

  • A bedtime diffuser blend to soften the transition into sleep.

  • Recipe

1 drop Valerian, 3 drops Lavender, 2 drops Mandarin in an ultrasonic diffuser

Rooted Calm Body Oil

Purpose

  • A grounding massage oil for slow evening self-care.

  • Recipe

1% dilution in 30 ml jojoba: 2 drops Valerian, 3 drops Cedarwood, 4 drops Bergamot

From Forest Floor to Sleep Ritual

A revered root with a story stretching back through European herbal tradition.

- Valerian has been treasured in European folk traditions since ancient Greek and Roman times, where its roots were gathered for calming evening rituals.

- The oil is steam-distilled from the dried roots of Valeriana officinalis, a tall, white-flowering plant native to Europe and parts of Asia.

- Its character is unmistakable — deeply earthy, woody, slightly musky — a true base note that perfumers describe as animalic and grounding.

SAFETY

Dillution guideline

  • Use at 0.5–1% dilution in a carrier oil for topical application; a little goes a long way.

  • Patch test

Apply a small diluted amount to the inner forearm and wait 24 hours before broader use.

  • Children

Not recommended for children under 6; consult a qualified aromatherapist for older children.

  • Pregnancy

Avoid during pregnancy and while nursing unless guided by a qualified healthcare professional.

  • Pets

Keep away from cats, dogs and birds; diffuse only in well-ventilated rooms with an exit available.

  • Photosensitivity

Not typically associated with photosensitivity.

  • Ingestion

Do not ingest unless under the guidance of a qualified professional.

  • Storage

Store tightly closed in a cool, dark place away from sunlight and heat; the strong aroma may transfer, so keep separate from other oils.

Blend Ideas

Rooted Calm Body Oil

Purpose

A grounding massage oil for slow evening self-care.

Recipe

1% dilution in 30 ml jojoba: 2 drops Valerian, 3 drops Cedarwood, 4 drops Bergamot

Velvet Night

Purpose

A bedtime diffuser blend to soften the transition into sleep.

Recipe

1 drop Valerian, 3 drops Lavender, 2 drops Mandarin in an ultrasonic diffuser