Cananga Essential Oil
- Product Code: EO-C04
- Availability: In Stock
-
£5.16
- Ex Tax: £4.30
Available Options
The cananga tree (cananga odorata) belongs to the same botanical family as the tree which produces Ylang Ylang essential oil. It is a tall, tropical tree which grows up to 98 feet high and the oil is extracted from its large, aromatic, yellow flowers, identical to those of the ylang ylang. The cananga tree is native to tropical Asia, and the oil, that is steam-distilled from the flowers, is distributed from Java, Malaysia, the Philippines, and the islands of the Moluccas.
Cananga and Ylang Ylang essential oils have different (yet similar) aromatic properties. Traditionally, Cananga was used by local people to treat infectious diseases, such as malaria. Cananga is now used in aromatherapy to treat insect bites, for skin and hair care, to relieve anxiety, depression and stress related illness. It also has antiseptic, sedative, aphrodisiac, and nervine properties. It is often used in soap perfumery and men's fragrances but is generally considered of a lesser quality than Ylang Ylang, as it has a heavier and less delicate aroma. If you find Ylang Ylang too sweet and heady you will probably prefer Cananga as it has a slightly woodier, greener scent.
- Species: Cananga odorata
- Plant family: Annonaceae
- Origin: Indonesia
- Note: Base/middle
- Extraction Method: Steam distilled
| Safety Note: |
Non toxic. Can be sensitising for those with sensitive skin. Can cause headaches if used in high concentration.
|
| Skin: |
Cananga essential oil has a balancing and stimulating effect on the skin and is beneficial for balancing combination skin, irritated skin and areas with uneven skin tone. It can also be used to stimulate hair growth for those with hair loss or thinning hair and to help relieve dandruff.
|
| Mind: |
Cananga oil can helpful for irritability, depression, stress, anxiety, low self esteem and insomnia.
|
| Body: |
Cananga essential oil can assist with problems such as high blood pressure, rapid breathing and heartbeat, nervous conditions, as well as impotence and frigidity.
|
| Blends well with: |
Cypress, Geranium, Cedarwood and Jasmine
|
4 drops of Cypress
Related Products
Parsley Seed Essential Oil
£5.40 Ex Tax: £4.50
Ylang Ylang Grade 2 Essential Oil
£5.40 Ex Tax: £4.50
