Valerian Essential Oil is primarily used to help aid instances of insomnia, restlessness and nervous tension. Valerian Oil is abundant in sesquiterpenes and sesquiterpenols. The composition of Valerian Oil can vary dramatically based on country of origin and growing conditions.
 
Valerian root oil smells woody, balsamic, and slightly green. It is valued for its unique aroma, which blends well with patchouli, oakmoss, and costus to create musky chypre formulations. Perfumers also pair the oil with citrus and aromatics like lavender and cedarwood, for more herbal scents.