Vetiver, also known as Khus, is a delightfully fragrant grass that finds many uses during the Indian Summer, due to its cooling and refreshing qualities. The highly therapeutic essential oil or distilled water of the fragrant grass is derived from its roots and is known to have a calming and balancing fragrance that is often compared to the fragrance of the soil and petrichor.

Vetiver is known in Ayurveda to be antiseptic, detoxifying and cooling. When applied on the skin, Vetiver has anti-oxidant, tonic, and anti-aging properties. It is exceptionally light and gentle on the skin and is a highly recommended treatment for acne or sun burn.