Vetiver Bourbon essential oil is used in aromatherapy for its relaxing and sedative properties, as well as for the symptomatic relief of acne and boils.BOTANICAL NAME Vetiveria zizanioïdesPART OF THE PLANT EXTRACTED RootORIGIN MadagascarCULTIVATION ConventionalCHEMOTYPE KHUSIMOLOTHER NAME -EXTRACTION METHOD Steam distillationODOR Woody, earthy, and smokyCOLOR Amber to reddish brown
Topical (Adults): Mix 1 to 5 drops in 1 teaspoon (5 ml) of vegetable oil; apply topically, 3 times daily. Inhalation (Nervous System): Add 4 to 12 drops to a bowl of boiling water or a diffuser. Inhale slowly for 5-10 minutes.
