Vetiver - The Ingredient Your Skin Will Love

May 16, 2019 by Forest Essentials

What is Vetiver and where does it originate from?

Vetiver, also known as Khus in Ayurveda, is a tall perennial aromatic grass that makes its refreshing presence felt as one of the many pleasures of Summer in India.

Indigenous to the south of India, the plant has been revered divine for centuries due to its ability to thrive during the searing heat and its calming and cooling properties. Vetiver has also been used for cosmetic preparations owing to its natural affinity to the skin and the healing properties of its fragrance that benefit both the body and the mind.

Ushiram sitalamtiktam dhasramaharam param |

Pittajvararttisamanam jalasaugandhyadayakam||

“Raj Nighantu”

-Excerpt on Vetiver from the Vedas

The Many Benefits of Vetiver

As per Ayurveda, the summer is a time when the heat index of your body is amplified hence leading to an imbalance of the Pitta dosha. In other words, the element of fire is heightened in the body which leads to irritation of the skin, enhanced oil production in the skin and therefore skin tends to become prone to breakouts. “An imbalanced Pitta dosha also leads to short temper and irritability when it comes to the mind. ”

benefits of pitta dosha

Vetiver has both its refreshing and soothing properties of relieving all exertion and stress and is therefore a great pitta pacifying ingredient. These qualities of Vetiver stem from the properties of its essential oil which is located in its purest form in the root of the plant, When extracted through steam distillation, these essential oils are highly beneficial in treating pitta imbalances including anger, heartburn, skin irritation caused by sunburn etc.

Furthermore, the essential oil extracted from the roots of Vetiver has a sweet yet earthy fragrance, which makes it a desirable ingredient in the perfume industry. In ancient India, Vetiver oil was popularly used in addition to the oils of Lime and Rosewood to prepare mood enhancing fragrances.

Ayurveda reads that the aroma of the Vetiver essential oil strengthens and connects all functional aspects of the mind through its healing and balancing properties – the vibrational frequencies of Vetiver are so uplifting and effective, they are known to reach the mind and bring peace instantly.

Facial tonic mist vetiver water

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