Valeriana officinalis (valerian root) · extracted by steam distillation from the dried root and rhizome · bottled 100% pure and undiluted
Deep Nocturnal Root Distillate
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Valerian root oil comes from steam-distilling the dried roots and rhizomes of Valeriana officinalis, a meadow plant gathered since antiquity for its potent root. What results is a dark, viscous oil with an earthy, musky, almost animalic depth that natural perfumers reach for after dusk.
Prized perfumery base note, its earthy, musky depth anchors natural blends alongside patchouli, vetiver, and cedarwood on the drydown.
Verified purity standard, every batch is bottled 100% pure and undiluted and backed by our published Certificate of Analysis.
Nine sizes available, from a 0.5 oz sampler bottle up through 400 lb bulk drums for formulators and resellers.
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✓ 100% Pure & Undiluted🌿 Cruelty-Free🧪 No Additives or Fillers
Distilled by steam from the dried root and rhizome
Aroma Profile
Earthy, musky, and woodland-damp with a balsamic sweet finish
Perfumery Note
Base note
Blends Well With
Patchouli, vetiver, cedarwood, lavender, oakmoss, and clary sage
Shelf Life & Storage
Typically 3 to 5 years unopened; store tightly capped in a dark, cool cabinet away from pets
Feline Attraction
Cats are famously drawn to this scent, so store the bottle sealed and well out of reach
Bulk Valerian Orders Welcome
We happily fulfill bulk orders of valerian root oil, and every size, from the 0.5 oz bottle to the 400 lb drum, is drawn from the same standard batch. Formulators, soap and candle makers, and resellers are all welcome here.
Valerian root oil is a concentrated botanical extract meant for aromatic and cosmetic use only, never internal consumption. For skin application, dilute at 0.5% to 2% in a carrier oil and patch test first. Keep it away from eyes, children, and pets, since cats are strongly drawn to its scent, and store the sealed bottle in a cool, dark spot.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this valerian oil pure, with no additives? ▾
Yes. Every bottle is 100% pure Valeriana officinalis oil with nothing added or diluted. Each batch is checked against our published Certificate of Analysis, so you can see exactly what you're buying before it ever reaches your cart.
Is valerian root oil the same as valerian flower absolute or spikenard? ▾
No. This oil is distilled specifically from the root and rhizome of Valeriana officinalis, not the flowers, and it is a distinct plant from spikenard (Nardostachys jatamansi), though the two share a similarly deep, earthy character prized by perfumers.
What does valerian essential oil smell like, and what blends well with it? ▾
Expect an intensely earthy, musky, almost animalic aroma with damp woodland and aged-wood facets that soften into a faint balsamic sweetness. In small traces it pairs beautifully with patchouli, vetiver, cedarwood, oakmoss, and lavender in natural perfume compositions.
How should I dilute valerian oil for use on skin? ▾
Keep valerian at 0.5% to 2% of the total blend when adding it to a carrier oil for skin use, since it is a concentrated, potent material. Always patch test on a small area first and discontinue if any irritation appears.
What sizes does this valerian oil come in, and is wholesale available? ▾
It's offered in nine sizes, from a 0.5 oz bottle up through a 400 lb drum, covering everyone from a curious hobbyist to a full-scale formulator. Larger sizes are priced for wholesale buyers, soap and candle makers, and resellers.
Does the price per ounce always drop at larger sizes? ▾
Not necessarily in a straight line, so it's best to compare the listed price for the exact size you need rather than assume a bigger size is always cheaper per ounce. What we can promise is that every size, including our largest bulk drums, is genuinely available to order.
Which size should I start with? ▾
The 0.5 oz or 1 oz bottle is plenty for testing valerian in a diffuser blend or a small perfumery trial, since it's used in such small traces. Regular users of home fragrance projects tend to land on 2 oz or 4 oz, while soap and candle makers usually move to 8 oz and up.
How fast does my order ship, and how does checkout work? ▾
Orders ship within 1 to 2 business days of purchase. Bulk sizes of 5 lbs and up may need a little extra handling time before they leave our facility. Checkout runs through our Shopify store, so you'll complete payment there once you add a size to your cart.
Why do perfumers value valerian, and is it true that cats love it? ▾
Natural perfumers reach for valerian as a base note, using it in small traces beside patchouli and vetiver to add a mysterious, animalic depth beneath a composition. And yes, cats are famously drawn to its scent, much like catnip, so keep the bottle capped and stored well out of their reach.
