Ylang Ylang is produced from the cananga tree which is a tall evergreen tree that is grown in Madagascar, Malaysia, Indonesia, and Reunion. The tree produces large yellow and white flowers that have a powerful, fragrant scent. The essential oil is steam distilled from the tree's flowers and the yellow flowers are believed to produce the best oil. A single distillation of Ylang Ylang is interrupted at four different times to produce four different grades of essential oil - Ylang Ylang Extra, Grade 1, Grade 2 and Grade 3.
Ylang Ylang Extra essential oil comes from the first extraction. It is more concentrated than other grades and it contains the highest amount of esters, which gives it the sweetest aroma. Ylang Ylang Extra is generally considered the best for use in aromatherapy and for perfumery.
Our Organic Grade 1 comes from the 2nd distillate and has a slightly less-sweet aroma. Ylang Ylang Grade 2 comes from the 3rd distillate and again has a less-sweet aroma than the Grade 1.
Ylang Ylang is much used in the perfume industry for its exotic fragrance. In Malayan, 'Ylang Ylang' means "flower of flowers", which suits its sweet fragrance. It is also known as 'poor man's Jasmine'!
In aromatherapy Ylang Ylang is used for its sedative, antidepressant, euphoric and aphrodisiac properties. It acts as a tonic for the nervous and circulatory systems, and can help to reduce high blood pressure and heart palpitations. It also control the production of sebum and can be generally used to help balance and regulate body functions.
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Safety Note: |
Can cause nausea or headaches in high concentrations. May irritate hypersensitive people.
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Skin: |
Ylang Ylang Extra has a balancing and stimulating effect on the skin and is beneficial for combination skin, irritated skin and acne. It can also be used as a scalp tonic to stimulate hair growth and to balance sebum production in both dry and greasy scalps.
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Mind: |
Ylang Ylang Extra is valuable in treating depression, anxiety, nervous tension, stress-related insomnia, shock, fear and anger. Its erotic fragrance can also help to release sexual inhibitions.
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Body: |
Ylang Ylang Extra can assist with problems such as high blood pressure, rapid breathing and heartbeat, nervous conditions, and sexual problems.
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Blends well with: |
Blending with Lemon, Bergamot and other fresh-smelling essential oils is recommended to help lighten the heavy fragrance. Blends well with most florals and citruses e.g. Chamomile, Lavender, Geranium.
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Disclaimer: The information provided is for personal information and interest. It is not intended to offer a medicinal treatment for any condition. Please consult your GP or nurse if you have any health concerns whatsoever. Essential oils are not to be used undiluted and are not to be taken internally. Keep out of reach of children. If using an essential oil on your skin always perform a small patch test to an insensitive part of the body first (after you have properly diluted the oil in an appropriate carrier). If you have any questions about using essential oils please click on our Ask the Expert link above.
