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Vetiver Oil
Vetiver Oil
Vetiver is a key ingredient for the perfume industry nowadays. Native to India, vetiver was disseminated around the world some 100 years ago and is since widely cultivated in tropical regions for many different purposes. Almost all parts of vetiver are used in traditional medicines. It is carminative and diuretic and vetiver also constitutes a renowned parasitic and anthelmintic agent.
Its use in scents is known in India much before the world became familiar with rose scents.
Vetiver preparations are recommended topically to relieve pains in case of skin burns.
Vetiver oil constitutes a key ingredient for the perfume/cosmetic industry owing to its aromatic and biological properties. Vetiver extracts can also be used as aromatizing agents in the food industry.
The vetiver oil is very persistent and one of the finest fixatives known. It balances the activity of the sebaceous oil glands, has deodorizing properties, and helps normalize oily skin and clear acne. When used regularly during pregnancy, vetiver oil reportedly prevents stretch marks.
Supercritical fluid extraction a novel and environmentally benign separation technology, represents a green alternative to the conventional extraction methods for the production of natural extracts. SCFE is operated at low or mild temperatures in the absence of air, hence avoiding thermal and oxidative degradation of natural compounds.
Sources : Roots of Chrysopogon zizanioides
Nutraceuticals
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It can be taken orally for nerve and circulation problems, stomach pain and menstrual problems. It can be applied to the skin for lice, insect bites, stings and burns.
Aromatherapy
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In aromatherapy, vetiver is often used to promote relaxation and relieve stress. Its calming properties can create a sense of tranquillity and help ease the mind and body.
Fragrance
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In perfumery, vetiver is more popular today because it works so brilliantly as a fixative.
Culinary
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Vetiver is also found in the ingredient lists of many foods where it enhances the flavors and taste of other ingredients. Some of these include: ice cream, flavored syrups, incense, chewing tobacco, and soft drinks.
