vetiver
noun
vet·i·ver
ˈve-tə-vər 
: a tall perennial grass (Vetiveria zizanioides) of southeastern Asia cultivated in warm regions especially for its fragrant roots which are used especially in woven goods (such as mats) and in perfumes
also
: its root
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The core fragrance instantly evokes Highgrove Gardens, with a rich cedar base, delicate top notes of cypress and lemon, and subtle hints of lavender, papyrus, and vetiver.
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Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 10 July 2024
Now Dermstore This Works Choose Sleep Kit This set includes a mini pillow spray and a stress check roll-on infused with a calming blend of lavender, chamomile and vetiver.
—Bethany Braun-Silva, ABC News, 27 June 2024
Solar Bloom is creamy and clean, combining floral notes of jasmine and vetiver with citrusy base notes of bergamot and mandarin.
—Anamaria Glavan, Allure, 14 June 2024
This fruity-floral number is formulated with unique notes like an earthy vetiver, which contrasts with the floral notes of Italian bergamot, cranberry, and mandarin.
—Anamaria Glavan, Allure, 14 June 2024
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Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 10 July 2024
Now Dermstore This Works Choose Sleep Kit This set includes a mini pillow spray and a stress check roll-on infused with a calming blend of lavender, chamomile and vetiver.
—Bethany Braun-Silva, ABC News, 27 June 2024
Solar Bloom is creamy and clean, combining floral notes of jasmine and vetiver with citrusy base notes of bergamot and mandarin.
—Anamaria Glavan, Allure, 14 June 2024
This fruity-floral number is formulated with unique notes like an earthy vetiver, which contrasts with the floral notes of Italian bergamot, cranberry, and mandarin.
—Anamaria Glavan, Allure, 14 June 2024
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“Vetiver.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/vetiver. Accessed 15 Jul. 2024.
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