Khus
Khus / Vetiver Hydrosol · Cool, earthy, rooty, smoky
Khus / Vetiver hydrosol is the aromatic water collected during steam distillation of Chrysopogon zizanioides root. It carries the water-soluble aroma compounds of the plant in a far gentler form than the essential oil, so it can be used directly on skin or added to the water phase of a formula.
Quick Facts
Common Name: Khus / Vetiver
Botanical Name: Chrysopogon zizanioides
INCI: Vetiveria Zizanoides Root Water
Source / Plant Part: Root
Origin: India
Extraction / Process: Steam distillation (aromatic water co-distilled with the essential oil)
Pack Sizes: 1 L, 5 L, 25 L; larger quantities on request
Aroma & Character
Cool, earthy, rooty, smoky
Common Uses
Skincare: a toner, face mist or the water phase of creams and lotions.
Hair care: scalp mists and rinses.
Aromatherapy: room and linen sprays.
Storage
Hydrosols are perishable. Store sealed, cool and away from light; refrigerate after opening and use within 6 to 12 months. For finished products, add a preservative suitable for the water phase.
Every lot ships with a COA and SDS. Specification is confirmed per batch.
| Common name | Khus / Vetiver |
| Botanical name | Chrysopogon zizanioides |
| Type | Hydrosols |
| Plant part | Root |
| Origin | India |
| Extraction | Steam distillation (aromatic water co-distilled with the essential oil) |
| Scent family | Earthy & Animalic · Minty & Cooling |
| Form | Liquid |
| INCI | Vetiveria Zizanoides Root Water |
| Key uses | Skincare, Aromatherapy & Wellness, Natural Perfumery |
| Size options | 1 L · 5 L · 25 L |
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