Indigenous to India, Pakistan, Bangladesh, and Sri Lanka, Vetiver is a fast-growing perennial grass plant with an extensive, dense and deep root system. It thrives in sandy loam or clay loam soil and in tropical environments, it has been known to survive for up to 100 years. It is in the same family as other grasses used for their essential oils, including lemongrass and citronella.
Vetiver in its oil form has a deep-brown essence with a distinctive woody aromas principles that boasts a rich, earthy fragrance with smoky undertones. Its deep, woody notes are balanced with subtle hints of sweetness and a touch of citrus, creating a unique olfactory experience. Commonly known as the “Grass Of Tranquillity”, vetiver is used mostly in Eastern Aromatherapy methods beneficial for treating a myriad of problems including anxiety, insomnia, fatigue, depression, and effectively improves concentration and memory. It’s highly valued for its calming and grounding properties making Vetiver oil particularly effective in managing stress and anxiety. It works by soothing the nervous system, reducing feelings of restlessness and bringing about a sense of calm and relaxation. The oil’s unique composition, rich in sesquiterpenes, gives it a robust profile that benefits both mental and physical health.
Its soothing properties make it a popular choice for relaxation and meditation practices, which is why we chose to use it as the primary oil for our new candle and intention spray: Serenity.
Infused with clear quartz to offer clarifying energy, amplify purification of our mental state and support by clearing negative energy. In connection with clear quartz, Vetiver can provide tranquility, peace and serenity.
“We intentionally seek both clarity and balance as we usher in calm and peace to our journey. We connect with the Earth to remain grounded in gratitude for the serene experience we ask to surround ourselves with. We anchor ourselves in the stillness and embrace the calm needed to tune our the outside noise and listen to our intuition. We raise our vibration with self guided serenity and step into our highest self.”
In true Whitmark fashion, our goal is to provide you with a high vibrational experience: mind, body spirit and including Vetiver on our journey will do just that. As we seek healing and growth, we continue to connect with the Earth and our intuition to guide us to new heights and spaces.