Vetiver - Benefits and Uses - HYSSES

Essential Oil Profile Botanical name: Chrysopogon zizanioidesCountry of origin: IndiaExtraction method: Steam-distillation or solvent extractionScent profile: Dry, earthy, woody, leathery and smoky ______________________________________________________________________ Therapeutic properties/ Health benefits Vetiver aids in improving alertness and improves brain functions. It also helps to regulate breathing when sleeping. Vetiver contains antioxidants that helps cleanse the body and slows down the ageing process. Vetiver can aid in nerve and circulation problems as well as stomach pains. Vetiver is sometimes applied directly to the skin for relieving stress, as well as for emotional traumas and shock, lice, and repelling insects. It is also used for arthritis, stings, and burns. Vetiver is sometimes inhaled as aromatherapy for nervousness, insomnia, and joint and muscle pain. Vetiver oil is a wonderful essential oil for sleep and relaxation, and it may assist in getting your body the rest it requires. Vetiver oil