vetiver
noun
vet·i·ver
ˈve-tə-vər 
: a tall perennial grass (Chrysopogon 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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With notes of lavender, chamomile, and vetiver, the beloved spray makes hopping into bed feel like taking a bath in a cup of Sleepytime tea.
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Jenny Berg, Allure, 20 Feb. 2025
My personal favorite of the bunch, this eau de parfum leads with a vibrant orange burst, balanced by a jasmine accord, May rose, patchouli, and vetiver.
—Kiana Murden, Vogue, 11 Feb. 2025
The vegan fragrance opens with notes of jammy fig before winding through earthy vetiver and honeyed jasmine sambac.
—Jenny Berg, Allure, 2 Mar. 2025
Also worthy of noting is the fragrance, which has a woody yet refreshing feel thanks to notes of lavender, bergamot, and vetiver.
—Deanna Pai, Vogue, 6 Oct. 2024
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Jenny Berg, Allure, 20 Feb. 2025
My personal favorite of the bunch, this eau de parfum leads with a vibrant orange burst, balanced by a jasmine accord, May rose, patchouli, and vetiver.
—Kiana Murden, Vogue, 11 Feb. 2025
The vegan fragrance opens with notes of jammy fig before winding through earthy vetiver and honeyed jasmine sambac.
—Jenny Berg, Allure, 2 Mar. 2025
Also worthy of noting is the fragrance, which has a woody yet refreshing feel thanks to notes of lavender, bergamot, and vetiver.
—Deanna Pai, Vogue, 6 Oct. 2024
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“Vetiver.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/vetiver. Accessed 2 Apr. 2025.
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