Technical data
- Product Name: Vetiver Haiti Absolute
- Latin name: Vetiveria Zizanoides x Haitian
- Extraction: Solvent extract
- Origin:
- Parts used:
- Origin of parts:
- CAS: 84238-29-9 / 8016-96-4
Features
- Scent: Deep, earthy and rooty with sweet woody, balsamic facets; the Haitian type is notably smoother and less smoky than other origins.
- Scent type: Woods and mosses
- Note: Base
- Color: Deep amber to dark brown, sometimes with a greenish or olive cast.
- Viscosity: Thick and viscous; pours slowly and benefits from gentle warming before use.
Blends with
Roots and Sunlight
Purpose
- A grounding yet bright diffuser blend that balances earth with citrus.
- Recipe
2 drops Vetiver Haiti + 3 drops Bergamot + 1 drop Sweet Orange in the diffuser.
Deep Rest
Purpose
- A quiet, earthy body blend for evenings and slow weekends.
- Recipe
2% in carrier: 4 drops Vetiver Haiti + 6 drops Lavender + 2 drops Cedarwood per 30 ml.
Dillution guideline
- For skin use, dilute to 1-3% in a carrier oil such as jojoba or argan; its strength means the lower end is usually plenty.
- Patch test
Apply a small diluted amount to the inner forearm and wait 24 hours before wider use.
- Children
Keep out of reach of children; for children over 3, use only at very low dilution and consult a qualified aromatherapist.
- Pregnancy
If pregnant or nursing, consult a healthcare professional before use.
- Pets
Keep away from pets; diffuse only in ventilated spaces and never apply to animals.
- Photosensitivity
Not typically associated with photosensitivity.
- Ingestion
Do not ingest unless under qualified professional guidance.
- Storage
Store tightly closed in a cool, dark place away from heat and light; being sesquiterpene-rich it is remarkably stable and its aroma often improves with age.
