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Ylang Ylang Complete Cananga Odorata

Starting at: $1.78

 

Extraction Method:

Steam Distilled

Part of Plant: 

Flower Head

Country of Origin: 

Indonesia

Growing Method:

Cultivated

Description:

Ylang ylang oil is extracted from Cananga odorata – also known as "flower of flowers".  Ylang ylang is a tall tropical tree about 20meters (60 feet) high with large, tender, fragrant pink, mauve or yellow flowers.  The yellow heads are viewed as being the best in terms of quality.

Colour: 

Pale yellow to golden

Aromatic Description: 

An intensely sweet, floral fragrance that some describe as banana-like is distilled from these tropical flowers. 

Strength of Aroma:

Medium

Blends well with:

Bergamot, Grapefruit, Lavender, Neroli, Rosewood and Sandalwood.

Aromatic Note:

Middle

Consistency:

Thin

Common Uses: 

A strong sedative, ylang-ylang can assist with problems such as high blood pressure, rapid breathing and heartbeat, nervous conditions, as well as impotence and frigidity.  It also reduces muscle spasms. 

As a hair tonic, it balances oil production. 

The fragrance makes the senses more acute and tempers depression, fear, jealousy, anger, and frustration. It is also an aphrodisiac, although high concentrations may produce headaches.

Spiritual practitioners claim that the users of Ylang Ylang are those who have been drawn to the oil, and who in turn, suit it.

Therapeutic Actions: 

Antidepressant, antiseptic, aphrodisiac, hypotensive, sedative.

Works with the following Body Systems:

Circulatory, Nervous, Reproductive, Skin care

Best form of Application:

To skin - Massage, compress, bath, ointment, skin care

Inhalation – direct inhalation, diffuser, oil vaporiser

Shelf life: 

Users can expect a shelf life of 6 Months to 2 Years with proper storage conditions (cool, out of direct sunlight).

Cautions: 

Ylang Ylang can cause sensitivity on some people and excessive use of it may lead to headaches and nausea.

History:

In Indonesia, Ylang ylang flower petals are strewn upon the bed of newlywed couples.  
Ylang ylang was a popular ingredient of hair preparations in Europe and was known as Macassar oil.  The word "anti-macassar" originated from this, since an anti-maccasar was used to keep hair oil from staining upholstered furniture.

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  • Model: AEO.YYC
  • 9997 Units in Stock
  • Manufactured by: Essentialz

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This product was added to our catalog on Wednesday 19 April, 2006.