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Ylang Ylang Essential Oil
(cananga
odorata)
Characteristics
A pale yellow, oily liquid with an intensely sweet,
soft, floral, balsamic, slightly spicy scent with a creamy rich top
note. A tall tropical tree up to 65 feet high with large, tender,
fragrant flowers, which can be pink, mauve, or yellow. The yellow
flowers are considered best for the extraction of essential oil.
Aromatherapy
and Skin Care
Acne, hair growth, hair rinse, insect bites,
irritated and oily skin, general skin care, high blood pressure,
palpitations, depression, frigidity, impotence, insomnia, nervous
tension, stress related disorders, aphrodisiac, antidepressant,
anti-infectious, antiseptic, euphoric, hypotensive, regulator, sedative
Extraction
Essential oil by water or steam distillation of the
freshly picked flowers.
Blends
Well With
A very intriguing perfume oil in its own right, it
also blends well with Rosewood, Jasmine, Vetiver, Opopanax, Bergamot,
Mimosa, Cassie, Peru Balsam, Rose, Tuberose, Costus
Cautions
Non-toxic, non-irritant, a few cases of
sensitization reported. Use in moderation since its heady scent can
cause headaches or nausea.
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