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In Indonesia, ylang ylang flowers are placed on the bed of a newlywed couple on their wedding night...

Cananga odorata

Note: Base - 91

Parts Used: large flowers from a tropical tree 20 m high

Source: water or steam distillation of the flowers of the tall tropical tree native to Asia. Most of the oil is produced in Madagascar, Reunion and the Comoros Islands. Some sources are distilled from the flowers of the tree in the Philippines.

Description and Odor Effect: a pale yellow liquid with an intensely sweet, floral scent reminiscent of a blend of jasmine and almonds. Its odor effect is intoxicating and antidepressant.

Nature: exotic, enticing

Blends well with: jasmine, neroli, rose, sandalwood, citrus essences, other floral essences, frankincense, geranium, vetiver, clary sage

Physical Uses:

Skin: Ylang ylang is used for both oily and dry skin due to its balancing action. It has a stimulating effect on the scalp and can be used in a hair rinse and general tonic for the scalp and hair.

Circulation, Muscles and Joints: Ylang ylang is particularly useful to ease high blood pressure, palpitations and rapid breathing.

Mental and Emotional Uses:

Nervous System: Ylang ylang is calming, uplifting and a reputed aphrodisiac. Ylang ylang is an antidepressant; soothing, tranquilizing, sedating. It produces a euphoric state - these strong euphoric qualities help to alleviate anxiety, anger, depression, frigidity, insomnia, nervous tension, and other stress-related disorders.

Caution: Use in small quantities. Powerful oil, dilute well.

There are four grades of Ylang ylang, labeled ylang ylang extra, then ylang ylang 1, 2 and 3. Always use ylang ylang extra which is the most expensive and has a vastly superior fragrance.

Therapeutic Properties: antidepressant, antipruritic, antiseptic, aphrodisiac, calmative, carminative, emmenagogue, emollient, euphoriant, fixative, hair/scalp tonic, hypotensor, moisturizer, muscle relaxant, nervine, rejuvenator (skin and hair), relaxant, sedative, stimulant (circulatory system), tonic

Applications: massage, bath, shower, add to skin care products, body oil, face oil, air spray, burner, deodorize, vaporize

Principal Constituents: linalool, geranyl acetate, caryophyllene, p-cresyl methyl ether, methyl benzoate, benzyl acetate, benzyl benzoate and other sesquiterpenes.

Safety Data: non-toxic, non-irritant, some cases of sensitization reported. Use in moderation; the heady scent of ylang ylang can cause headaches or nausea.

Keyword: Sensual

Ylang Ylang Magic: The calmer and creator of peace and love. Used to dispel anger, negativity, fear or frigidity.