Botanical Identity

•  Botanical Name: Vetiveria zizanioides (syn Chrysopogon zizanioides)
•  INCI Name: Vetiveria Zizanoides (Vetiver) Root Oil
•  Country of Origin: India
•  Part Used: Roots
•  Common Names: Vetiver, Ruh Khus, Khus Khus, Bunchgrass Essential Oil
•  Extraction Method: Steam Distilled Essential Oil
•  Note Classification: Base Note, Excellent Fixative
•  Consistency: Thick
•  GC/MS: Tested for purity and quality
•  Shelf Life: Approx. 4–6 years stored in a cool, dark place

Key Benefits

•  Deeply grounding and emotionally stabilizing.
•  Helps reduce stress, anxiety, and nervous tension.
•  Nourishing and cooling for the skin; traditionally used for soothing redness.
•  Supports the appearance of radiant, healthy skin.
•  Antioxidant, antiseptic and anti-inflammatory properties.
•  Often used for eczema, rosacea, and skin discomfort.
•  Helps ease muscle and joint tension.
•  Excellent for sleep support, mental clarity, and calming scattered thoughts.

Aromatic Profile

Rich, earthy, smoky, woody, sweet, resinous, grounding, and long-lasting.

A powerful natural fixative in perfumery.

How to Use

•  Diffusion: Add 2–4 drops for grounding and emotional stability.
•  Inhalation: Helps manage stress, mental fatigue, and scattered thoughts.
•  Topical (Diluted):
•  0.5% for facial care.
•  1–3% in body oils or massage blends.
•  Perfumery: Use as a base note to anchor blends and enhance longevity.

Aromatic Pairings

Sandalwood, Patchouli, Cedarwood, Lavender, Bergamot, Jasmine, Ylang Ylang, Frankincense.

Safety

•  External use only.
•  Dilute before applying.
•  Avoid eyes and sensitive areas.
•  Keep away from children and pets.
•  Perform a patch test before first use.
•  Consult a healthcare provider if pregnant, nursing, or under medical supervision.

MALIKA Promise

At MALIKA Essentials, we honor each botanical with integrity, purity, and artisanal care—delivering nature’s finest essence in every drop. Essential oils created by Nature, brought to you by MALIKA.