Technical data
- Product Name: Vetiver Absolute
- Latin name: Vetiveria zizanoides
- Extraction: Solvent extract
- Origin:
- Parts used:
- Origin of parts:
- CAS: 8016-96-4
Features
- Scent: Deep, smoky, earthy and woody with sweet-balsamic, leathery and faintly rooty undertones
- Scent type: Woods and mosses
- Note: Base
- Color: Deep amber to dark brown
- Viscosity: Medium
Blends with
Quiet Hours
Purpose
- A bedside diffuser blend that signals the body it's time to release the day.
- Recipe
2 drops Vetiver absolute, 3 drops Lavender, 2 drops Bergamot in diffuser water
Earthen Skin Elixir
Purpose
- A grounding facial and décolleté oil for evening self-care.
- Recipe
30 ml jojoba oil, 2 drops Vetiver absolute, 4 drops Frankincense, 3 drops Rose absolute (≈1.5% dilution)
Dillution guideline
- Use at 0.5–1.5% in carrier oil for body applications; 0.2–0.5% for facial blends.
- Patch test
Apply a diluted drop to the inner forearm and wait 24 hours before broader use.
- Children
Avoid on children under 3. For ages 3+, use only at very low dilution (≤0.5%) and consult a qualified aromatherapist.
- Pregnancy
Generally considered gentle, but consult a qualified healthcare professional before use during pregnancy or nursing.
- Pets
Keep away from cats, dogs and birds; diffuse only in well-ventilated rooms with an exit available for pets.
- Photosensitivity
Not typically associated with photosensitivity.
- Ingestion
Do not ingest unless under the guidance of a qualified medical or aromatherapy professional.
- Storage
Store tightly sealed in a cool, dark place away from sunlight and heat. Viscosity increases when cold — warm bottle in hands before use.
