Ylang Ylang 50ml Essential Oil

Sweet, exotic, and deeply calming — ylang-ylang essential oil captures the essence of tropical blossoms in every drop. Distilled from the vibrant yellow flowers of the Cananga odorata tree, this fragrant oil has been treasured for centuries for its rich, floral aroma and soothing properties.

Product Specifications

• Latin Name: Cananga Odorata
• Part of Plant Used: Flowers
• Source: Comores
• Extraction Method: Steam Distillation

Ylang-ylang essential oil is produced in abundance, making it one of the more accessible floral oils. It is highly favoured in the perfume and cosmetics industries for its distinctive fragrance and is also finding its way into the food industry today.

According to science, ylang-ylang essential oil acts as a mental stimulant, while the world of aromatherapy considers it one of the best oils for relaxing the mind and body. Simply inhaling its scent is thought to help lower blood pressure. Adding a few drops to a warm bath or blending it into a massage oil naturally enhances the relaxation experience. It is commonly used to ease stress, depression, shock, and anxiety. When applied as a hair tonic, it is believed to help balance oil production. Be aware, however, that high concentrations of ylang-ylang can cause headaches or nausea.

A Rich History

Ylang-ylang means "flower of flowers" in Malay and was traditionally regarded as an aphrodisiac and a relaxing fragrance. In Indonesia, the flowers of this tree were strewn on the marriage bed of newlyweds. Muslim women once burned this oil to scent their harems, the part of the palace reserved for women. In China, the fragrance was used to purify the robes of the mandarin. Ylang-ylang essential oil has been associated with perfumes and relaxation for a long time.