Vetiver Root CO₂ Wax | Vetiveria Zizanioides | Earthy Woody - Ideal for solid perfumes, balms, and luxury skincare.

Vetiver Root CO₂ Wax | Vetiveria Zizanioides

A botanical wax featuring Vetiveria Zizanioides for anhydrous cosmetic and fragrance formulations.

At a Glance

• Botanical name: Vetiveria Zizanioides
• Product type: Botanical wax
• Plant part: Roots
• Country of origin: India
• Processing location: Bulgaria

Specifications

• Product name: Vetiver Root CO₂ Wax | Vetiveria Zizanioides
• Product type: Botanical wax
• Botanical name: Vetiveria Zizanioides
• Family: Poaceae
• Common name: Vetiver, Khus
• INCI: Vetiveria Zizanioides Wax
• Plant part: Roots
• Note: Base. Fixative in perfumery
• Appearance: Solid Wax. Dark brown to amber
• Country of origin: India
• Processing location: Bulgaria
• Solubility: Soluble in oils, alcohol, and butters; insoluble in water
• Melting point: 55–65 °C (131–149 °F)

Aromatic Profile

A woody, balsamic, earthy, smoky and sweet aromatic profile for formulation and blending.

Profile Details

• Botanical source: Vetiveria Zizanioides
• Aromatic character: Deep, smoky, earthy, woody, sweet, balsamic
• Perfumery note: Base. Fixative in perfumery
• Formulation role: Botanical ingredient

Composition & Formulation

Technical Details

• INCI: Vetiveria Zizanioides Wax
• Plant part: Roots
• Appearance: Solid Wax. Dark brown to amber
• Solubility: Soluble in oils, alcohol, and butters; insoluble in water
• Melting point: 55–65 °C (131–149 °F)

Formulation Notes

• Melt gently into the oil phase of anhydrous formulations
• Use to add structure and botanical character
• Store tightly closed in a cool, dry place

Applications

Fine Fragrance & Aromatic Formulation

• Solid perfumes and fragrance balms
• Natural and fine perfumery

Cosmetic & Personal Care

• Balms and salves
• Body butters
• Creams, lotions and emulsions
• Massage oils and balms
• Botanical skincare formulations

Safety

• For external use only; do not ingest.
• Do not apply undiluted to the skin.
• Use at a level appropriate to the finished formulation and current supplier or industry guidance.
• Patch test the finished formulation before topical use.
• Avoid contact with eyes, mucous membranes and damaged skin.
• Store tightly closed away from heat, light and air.