Ylang Ylang Essential Oil
Botanical Name: Cananga odorata
Common Method Of Extraction: Steam distilled
Parts Used: Flower
Note Classification: Base
Aroma: Rich, sweet floral
Largest Producing Countries: Comoro Islands and Madagascar
Traditional Use: Used throughout the fragrance industry. Ylang ylang is also known for its sedative properties.
Properties: Antibacterial, antidepressant, antifungal, anti-inflammatory, antiseptic, antispasmodic, aphrodisiac, cell proliferant, disinfectant, expectorant, nervine, sedative, vulnerary
Benefits: Anger, colds, cough, fever, headache, insect bites, insomnia, muscle aches and pains, nervous tension, scars, sinus infection, stress, tension, wounds. Diffusing this oil may help ease the tension in a room.
Blends Well With: Bergamot, chamomile, clary sage, clove, eucalyptus lemon, ginger, grapefruit, jasmine, lemon, litsea cubeba, mandarin, neroli, opopanax, orange, palmarosa, patchouli, peru balsam, petitgrain, rose, rosewood, sandalwood, tuberose, vetiver
Safety Data: Avoid while pregnant.
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This information is for educational purposes only, it is not intended to treat, cure, prevent or, diagnose any disease or condition. Nor is it intended to prescribe in any way. This information is for educational purposes only and may not be complete, nor may its data be accurate.
As with all essential oils, never use them undiluted. Do not take internally unless working with a qualified and expert practitioner. Keep away from children. If applying an essential oil to your skin always perform a small patch test to an insensitive part of the body (after you have properly diluted the oil in an appropriate carrier).