Comments on: Vetiver (Khus): The Cooling Root That Makes Summer Bearable

By: Megan Parker

Megan Parker — Wed, 10 Jun 2026 04:56:32 +0000

I appreciate the tip about storing the sharbat syrup in a glass bottle to keep it fresh.

Andrew Collins — Mon, 01 Jun 2026 05:43:36 +0000

It’s interesting that vetiver is classified as pitta rakta shamaka in Ayurveda.

Emily Foster — Sat, 23 May 2026 05:08:04 +0000

Does the vetiver water spray need to be reapplied often to maintain the cooling effect?

Susan Clark — Wed, 13 May 2026 22:30:36 +0000

Steeping the roots overnight produced a deeper green brown color in the liquid.

Chris Morgan — Tue, 05 May 2026 00:26:33 +0000

The article mentions vetiver’s anti itch properties; has anyone tried the sandalwood paste for summer acne?

Karen Phillips — Sat, 25 Apr 2026 21:04:54 +0000

Is it safe to use vetiver essential oil directly on the scalp without dilution?

srinivasa — Fri, 17 Apr 2026 13:48:47 +0000

Required for bathing

Kevin Martin — Thu, 16 Apr 2026 17:08:14 +0000

Using vetiver in a foot massage before bed seems like a soothing way to cool down.

Daniel Brooks — Tue, 07 Apr 2026 18:39:47 +0000

The body mist with rose water and vetiver oil feels light on the skin during hot afternoons.

Nicole Hayes — Sun, 29 Mar 2026 20:09:39 +0000

How long should the vetiver roots steep to get the strongest aroma?