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Ylang
Ylang Oil #3
Relaxation aid, reduces stress and tension
60ml. (2oz.), 22YLA3, $39.95
Aromatherapy
Properties
Strongly relaxing, which is why Ylang Ylang is frequently called a sedative
in Aromatherapy literature. As a relaxation aid it reduces stress and
tension, and helps to relieve feelings of frustration, anger and depression.
It is also a great aphrodisiac and sleeping aid; the perfect aroma for
the bedroom.
Suggested
Use
Diffuse 1-2 drops in your bedroom or relaxation area. Add 1-2 drops
to a warm bath, mixing the oils with Aromaland's Coconut Emulsifier
or some Half & Half prior to blending it with the water (in order
to prevent the oils from floating on the surface).
Ylang Ylang works best when it is very subtle. If your partner likes
it as much as you do, add 1-2 drops of Ylang Ylang to 1oz. of unscented
body care or massage oil. Since Ylang Ylang is great for the hair as
well, apply 1 drop to your hairbrush to rejuvenate and naturally scent
hair and scalp. Always
use in moderation, because too much can annoy those around you and leave
you feeling nauseated and sluggish.
Blends Well
With
Rose, Sandalwood, the spice oils (very nice: Black Pepper, Cardamom,
Clove), Vetiver, citrus Essential Oils, Geranium, Lavender and many
more. Ylang Ylang is a great note to use in small amount in the background
of a blend, since it makes the blend more full and round.
History
In Asia the flowers of the Ylang Ylang tree are spread on the beds of
newly weds.
It has a long history in skin and hair care products and does great
balancing the skin's oil production. Asian medicine use it as a stimulant
for hair growth. Frequently part of perfumes with a romantic/sensual
theme.
Specific
Safety Information
No known toxicity. GRAS (Generally Regarded As Safe) approved by the
FDA as food flavor. Use in very small amounts only.
Latin Name
Cananga odorata
Country
of Origin
Comoros
Description
Intensely sweet and soft. Ylang Ylang is a rich floral note and somewhat
Jasmine-like, therefore sometimes called 'Jasmine for the poor man'.
It is probably the richest of all the floral Essential Oil aromas and
can easily be overdosed.
Ylang Ylang is distilled over the course of 14 hours. During this time
various grades of Ylang Ylang are extracted: Extra, #1, #2, #3. The
left over plant material is used to make the inferior Cananga Oil. Ylang
Ylang #3 is the most commonly offered quality and a nice, pleasant oil.
Cultivation
Method
Harvested from Wild Growing Plants
Extraction
Method
Steam Distilled
Extracted
From
Flowers
Color
Pale yellow to deep golden color
Perfumery
Note
Base to Middle
Consistency
Liquid.
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