Vetiver is an oil well-loved by many for its anti-inflammatory, antiseptic, aphrodisiac and sedative, calming effects. Due to Vetiver’s earthy, grounding aroma, it is an ideal oil to use in massage therapy, and can help promote alertness. Great for use in the bath, rubbed on the soles of the feet or used aromatically for deep relaxation. For its emotional properties, vetiver is known as the oil of 'centering and descent', helping to reduce feelings of being scattered and disconnected, and shifting to a more emotionally aware and connected state. Some say it can even be useful in getting to the root of an emotional issue. It can support the negative emotions of apathy, stress, avoiding and crisis.
Vetiver is commonly used as a whole plant in India, for a variety of purposes. You can even buy traditional Indian 'bath powder' made from the plant itself, and used for its cooling properties on the skin and ability to heal pigmentation. Not only does vetiver have a cooling effect on the body, but its grounding properties give it a 'cooling' effect also on the mind.
Vetiver has a musky, earthy smell that is both mild and pleasant. It has been known to reduce inflammation, eliminate scars, prevent bacterial infection and speed-up healing time. It also can prevent nervous disorders, relive insomnia and enhance libido. Vetiver also has benefits for rheumatism, arthritis and muscular aches, and is often recommended for relieving anxiety, restlessness, nervousness because of its calming, sedative properties.
Vetiver has protective properties that helps in wound healing by promoting the growth of new tissue and limiting the growth of harmful microbes that may contribute to infection. Because it works as a natural antiseptic, the oil itself kills bacteria when applied topically. Vetiver is a fantastic oil to use on dry skin, reducing cracking and redness. It is also great on dark spots, acne, blemishes, scars and stretch marks because it promotes healing and skin regeneration.
Vetiver blends well with grapefruit, jasmine, lavender, helichrysum, juniper berry and ylang ylang. It also makes a fantastic grounding pair with doTERRA's 'Balance' proprietary blend. Vetiver is best used aromatically in a diffuser, inhaled from bottle or dropped ono hands and breathed. Topically, 1-3 drops on the bottom of the feet or base of spine can help to bring a downward, present, emotionally centered-ness. Incredibly valuable in helping connect with what one may be thinking or feeling, but too scattered to completely understand or unpack.
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