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This calming oil has an earthy scent and is steam distilled from the root. Naturally grounding and restorative, it has sedative qualities and can help you to get a more restful night’s sleep, making it perfect to incorporate into your bedtime routine.
- Key benefit: Relaxing
- Latin name: Vetiveria zizanoides
- Country of origin: Madagascar
- Blends beautifully with: rose, ginger and bergamot
Vetiveria Zizanoides Root Oil
Bath & Shower
The essential oil is inhaled through the aromatic steam, as well as being absorbed by the skin. For adults, add up to 5 drops in 2 tbsp bath oil, shower gel, or carrier oil. For children over 2 years old or adults with sensitive skin, reduce the amount to up to 2 drops per 2 tbsp. Not suitable for children under two years old.
Inhalation
This technique helps to clear your head and nose. For adults, add 4–6 drops to a bowl of steaming water, pace a towel over your head and breathe. Children over 2 years old, adults with sensitive skin and asthmatics should not inhale directly. Instead, place the bowl of hot water with added oils in the room nearby. Not suitable for children under two years old.
Massages
Relaxes your body and mind while helping to soothe aching muscles. For adults, use up to 7 drops in 1 tbsp of base oil. For children over 2 years old or adults with sensitive skin, use up to 3 drops in 1 tbsp of base oil. Not suitable for children under two years old.
Diffusers & Burners
A natural air freshener, this technique creates a relaxing ambiance and mood. For adults, add 1–3 drops in a diffuser or burner. For children over 2 years old, add 1–3 drops in a diffuser. Not suitable for children under two years old.
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This calming oil has an earthy scent and is steam distilled from the root. Naturally grounding and restorative, it has sedative qualities and can help you to get a more restful night’s sleep, making it perfect to incorporate into your bedtime routine.
- Key benefit: Relaxing
- Latin name: Vetiveria zizanoides
- Country of origin: Madagascar
- Blends beautifully with: rose, ginger and bergamot
Vetiveria Zizanoides Root Oil
Bath & Shower
The essential oil is inhaled through the aromatic steam, as well as being absorbed by the skin. For adults, add up to 5 drops in 2 tbsp bath oil, shower gel, or carrier oil. For children over 2 years old or adults with sensitive skin, reduce the amount to up to 2 drops per 2 tbsp. Not suitable for children under two years old.
Inhalation
This technique helps to clear your head and nose. For adults, add 4–6 drops to a bowl of steaming water, pace a towel over your head and breathe. Children over 2 years old, adults with sensitive skin and asthmatics should not inhale directly. Instead, place the bowl of hot water with added oils in the room nearby. Not suitable for children under two years old.
Massages
Relaxes your body and mind while helping to soothe aching muscles. For adults, use up to 7 drops in 1 tbsp of base oil. For children over 2 years old or adults with sensitive skin, use up to 3 drops in 1 tbsp of base oil. Not suitable for children under two years old.
Diffusers & Burners
A natural air freshener, this technique creates a relaxing ambiance and mood. For adults, add 1–3 drops in a diffuser or burner. For children over 2 years old, add 1–3 drops in a diffuser. Not suitable for children under two years old.
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A heavenly smell
This essential oil is heavenly. It has a woody, almost warm smoked smell to it. I use a tiny amount in my oil burner and it creates a really relaxing environment and makes my house smell gorgeous.
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