Ylang Ylang Essential Oil

Ylang Ylang oil has a very pleasant, floral and a bit fruity aroma. The botanical name of this aromatic plant is Cananga odorata, which belongs to the family of Anonaceaes. The oil extracted from this herbal plant is clear in color with a tinge of yellow. As far as the consistency is concerned, it is neither too thin nor too thick. The oil has a very peaceful and relaxing effect on the body and mind. Read on to know about the uses of Ylang Ylang essential oil.

Ylang Ylang oil offers numerous health benefits, which explains the reason why it is so popular. It has a fabulous stimulating effect on the skin. Ylang Ylang oil helps to correct the production of sebum in the body and is also of great value in hair care. It even helps to treat impotence. It is known to deliver beneficial results in combating anxiety, stress, depression and hypertension.

Cananga odorata (Ylang Ylang) is a tropical tree that grows near about 60 feet high. It has beautiful fragrant flowers, usually found in the colors of pink, mauve or yellow. It is mainly cultivated in Madagascar, Sumatra, Reunion, Java and the Comores. In Indonesia, these flowers have been increasingly finding their way in the setting of wedding beds. Europeans once used it for hair care and called it macassar oil. The oil is extracted from the flowers using the method of steam distillation.

Ylang Ylang oil serves as a wonderful antidepressant. It efficiently plays the role of an aphrodisiac, thereby setting the perfect mood for love to bloom. Giving a massage using this oil serves as the best remedy to excite shy and excessively reserved people. The oil is preferred amongst the essential oils, due to its hypotensive and antiseptic properties. It has a soothing effect on the mind.

Note: Ylang Ylang oil has at times been alleged of causing headache and nausea. Therefore, it should be used with care.