Dry, intensely earthy, soft & smoky,

Vetiver, with its profoundness and persistence, is a popular base note because it adds depth and longevity to fragrances.

It embodies a deeply woody essence and its dry, woody accords evoke a gentle and smoky warmth.

Scent Therapy

+ Grounding

+ Calming

How is it extracted?

Vetiver oil is obtained by steam distillation of roots of vetiver (Vetiveriazizanioides). The bast region of root is the source of essential oil.

Vetiver's alcohol derivatives (vetiverols) is also valuable in perfumery. Vetiverols, when acetylated with acetic anhydride, produces vetiveryl acetate. Both vetiverols and acetates have softer odours and fixative qualities, and are thus used as blenders with high-class perfumery products.

Did you know?

Vetiver was originally grown to fight soil erosion due to its long, thin roots.

Vetiver essential oil is a natural insect repellent. It can be used in sprays, candles, and diffusers to keep mosquitoes and other insects at bay