Khus Vetiver
Vetiver Root · Cool Grass · Earth
Khus Vetiver is distilled from the roots of the vetiver grass that grows across the Indian plains. Known as 'khus' in India, this grass has been used for centuries to create cooling screens that perfume the hot summer breeze.
Scent Notes
Scent Profile
The Art of Application
Find Your Pulse Points
Apply to wrists, inner elbows, behind ears, or collarbones. Your body heat will naturally diffuse the fragrance throughout the day.
Dab, Never Rub
Gently swipe the applicator. Never rub your wrists together — this breaks down the delicate top notes and shortens the scent's longevity.
Layer & Enjoy
Attar evolves on your skin over 8-12 hours. The top notes hit first, followed by the heart, then the deep base notes emerge — a journey in scent.
Apply to wrists, temples, and the back of neck. Vetiver has natural cooling properties, making it especially effective on hot days.
Uses & Tips
- 01The ultimate summer fragrance — cooling and refreshing
- 02Apply before stepping out in the heat for an instant cool effect
- 03Mix with Mitti Attar for the 'monsoon earth' experience
- 04Use on pulse points and temples for its calming properties
- 05A natural remedy for headaches and stress in Ayurvedic tradition
Buy Khus Vetiver Online — Authentic Indian Attar
Khus Vetiver is distilled from the roots of the vetiver grass that grows across the Indian plains. Known as 'khus' in India, this grass has been used for centuries to create cooling screens that perfume the hot summer breeze.
Alcohol-Free Perfume from Kannauj
Unlike modern spray perfumes that use denatured alcohol as a carrier, Khus Vetiver is a 100% oil-based attar — distilled using the ancient deg-bhapka method that has been practised in Kannauj, Uttar Pradesh, for over a thousand years. The fragrance molecules are carried in aged sandalwood oil, which means the scent develops slowly on your skin rather than evaporating in seconds. It is long-lasting, alcohol-free, and safe for sensitive skin.
Itterio sources directly from third-generation distilling families in Kannauj, ensuring authentic craft and fair pricing. Each 10ml frosted glass bottle is enough for months of daily use — a single drop on your pulse points is all you need.