Valerian Root Essential Oil Wild Crafted

Deeply sedating, earthy, and powerfully calming. Valerian Root is one of aromatherapy's most ancient and effective oils for sleep and nervous system support, and one that rewards those willing to meet it on its own terms.

Valley of the Moon's Valerian Root is a wildcrafted essential oil steam distilled from the roots of Valeriana willachi, sourced from India. Warm, woody, musky, and earthy, it carries a strong, distinctive aroma that some consider an acquired scent, and that is worth acquiring. Used since the ancient world as an herb for nervous disorders and hysteria, Valerian remains one of the most powerful natural tools for anxiety, stress, and insomnia. A true base note with a grounding, sedating depth that few oils can match.

The Oil

• Botanical Name: Valeriana willachi
• Plant Part: Roots
• Extraction: Steam distilled
• Cultivation: Wild crafted
• Aroma: Warm, woody, musky, and earthy with a strong, distinctive character. An acquired scent with a deeply grounding presence.
• Perfumery Note: Base note

Why It Works

• Sleep and Insomnia Support: Wonderful in a blend for insomnia, Valerian Root is deeply sedating and one of aromatherapy's most trusted oils for promoting restful sleep.
• Anxiety and Stress Relief: A powerful combative of anxiety and stress, with a history stretching back to the ancient world as a remedy for nervous disorders.
• Grounding: A deeply grounding base note that anchors the nervous system and brings a settled, earthy calm to the body and mind.
• Blends Well With: Lavender, Pine, and Rosemary for sleep, relaxation, and calming blends.
• Wild Crafted: Harvested from wild Indian sources for a full, complex aromatic profile.

How to Experience It

• Diffusion: Add 1-2 drops to a diffuser in the evening for sleep support and deep relaxation. Blend with Lavender to soften the aroma and enhance the calming effect.
• Topical Application: Dilute 1-2 drops per 1 oz of carrier oil before applying to skin. Use in evening massage blends or apply to pulse points for anxiety and stress relief.
• Sleep Blend: Combine with Lavender and Cedarwood in a diffuser or roller blend for a deeply sedating, sleep-supporting nighttime ritual.

What You'll Feel

• Sedated: A deep, genuine sleepiness that invites the body to rest and the mind to quiet.
• Grounded: Anxiety and nervous tension eased by one of the most ancient and effective calming herbs known to aromatherapy.
• Still: The deep, earthy stillness of a nervous system finally given permission to rest.

Made For Moments Like These

Insomnia and sleep support, anxiety and stress relief, nervous tension, evening wind-down rituals, or any time you need the deep, ancient, sedating power of Valerian Root to help the body and mind genuinely rest.

Product Details

• Botanical Name: Valeriana willachi
• Extraction: Steam distilled from roots
• Cultivation: Wild crafted
• Purity: 100% pure essential oil, no additives or adulterants

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Safe Use Guidelines
For external use only. Always dilute before skin application. Keep out of reach of children. Avoid contact with eyes and mucous membranes. Do not use internally. Due to its sedating properties, avoid use before driving or operating machinery. Consult your healthcare provider if pregnant, nursing, or under medical supervision. These statements have not been evaluated by the FDA. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.