Botanical Name : Plectranthus Vettiveroides

English Name : Coleus Vettiveroides Root

Tamil Name : வெட்டிவேர்

Hindi Name : वलक

Malayalam Name : ഇരുവേലി

Telugu Name :  వెట్టివేరు

Internal Benefits Of Vettiver Powder :

Vettiver is an aromatic herb native to India which is used traditionally in home remedies.

The vettiver decoction is used to treat ulcers, tooth aches and inflammations.

The vettiver  root water is an extremely cooling agent which helps the body heat to come down naturally. This water helps in purifying the blood and removing the toxins from the body.

It is a natural anti oxidant that helps to boost the oxygen levels of the body.

External Benefits Of Vettiver Powder :

Vettiver is an antiseptic which is effective in preventing acne and healing the wounds faster.

The powder helps in deep cleansing the skin which get rids of the dirt and unclogs the skin pores.

The vettiver oil can be used on hair to prevent itching, dandruffs and relieves from dryness of the scalp.

This oil helps in improving the blood circulation in the hair follicles and prevents from damaged hair.

Directions of use:

Internal:

The ideal way to make the vettiver water is to put them inside an earthen pot and add drinking water to it. Cover it for few hours and strain the water and  drink.

External:

It can be applied wounds and inflammation. It can be used along with turmeric as face masks or scrubs or any home made face packs.