Ylang Ylang Essential Oil

Latin Name: Cananga Odorata Parts of Plant Used: Flowers Origin: Camores Extraction Method: Steam Distillation Ylang Ylang is a large tree native to far eastern countries such as Malaysia, the Philippines and Indonesia. Its yellow flowers are very fragrant and have long petals. The essential oil made from it is abundantly available and is therefore the least expensive, but it is highly favored for its fragrance in the perfume and cosmetics industries and is also being used in the food industry today. .According to science, ylang-ylang essential oil is a mental stimulant. On the contrary, the world of aromatherapy considers this oil as one of the best for relaxing the mind and body. Simply its smell is supposed to help lower blood pressure. Bathing in the oil or using it in a massage oil naturally enhances the relaxation experience. It is used to relieve stress, depression, shock or anxiety. When used as a hair tonic, it is supposed to balance oil production. Be aware, however, that high concentrations of ylang ylang can cause headaches or nausea.Ylang Ylang means flower of flowers in Malay, and was traditionally considered an aphrodisiac and relaxing fragrance, so the flowers of this tree were scattered on the wedding bed of a newly married couple in Indonesia. Muslim women used to burn this oil to perfume their harems, the part of the palace reserved for women. In China, the fragrance was used to purify mandarin robes. Ylang Ylang essential oil has long been associated with perfumery and relaxation.