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Ylang Ylang
Derived from the flowers of the Cananga odorata tree through processes like steam distillation and solvent extraction, ylang ylang oil  is a potent oil with extensive aromatherapy use. This oil is considered as highly effective in treating a host of health problems and disorders. As an aphrodisiac, it is used to boost sensuality. Its exotic fragrance and therapeutic benefits are also harnessed in ameliorating skin irritations, stabilizing temperamental changes, curing depression, soothing the nervous system, etc. Extract more on ylang ylang essential oil with this article:
Botanical Information
The evergreen tree from which ylang ylang oil is extracted belongs to the custard-apple family, Annonaceae. Native to northern Australia and tropical parts of Asia, it features a slender trunk, even-textured bark, and smooth, shiny, oval pointed leaves having irregular margins. Average height of the tree is around forty feet. Its scented blooms resemble a sea star with six narrow, drooping petals that start off as delicate greenish-yellow but changes to a deep yellow to yellow brown color as the tree matures. These flowers bear greenish-black colored fruits that hang in clusters from the ends of the stalks. It is from the exotic-smelling blooms of the plant that ylang ylang oil is distilled.
- Botanical Classification
- Family: Cananga
- Genus and specie: Cananga odorata / Canangium odorata
- Other names: Ilang-ilang and Macassar oil.
Uses & Benefits of Ylang Ylang Oil
As per different studies, ylang ylang oil contains chemical components such as geranyl acetate, p-cresyl methyl ether, linalool, benzyl acetate, methyl benzoate, caryophyllene, benzyl benzoate, sesquiterpenes, etc., which lends it many therapeutic properties. Some of its key benefits are underlined below:
- The oil acts as a natural sedative on the nervous system and is used as a carrier oil in aromatherapy procedures for
 providing relief from symptoms of anxiety, insomnia, depression and stress.
- Given its invigorating and soothing nature, the oil can also be used to cure problems like rapid breathing or heartbeat and high blood pressure.
- Ylang ylang oil has good properties that improves blood circulation to different body parts – a process that aids in the detoxification of the lymph system by eliminating unwanted toxins from the body.
- The oil has a toning effect on skin. It also controls the production of sebum and is therefore effective against different type of skin disorders such as blemishes, boils, irritation, rashes or wounds.
- Apart from skin, ylang ylang oil can also be applied to the hair. Its stimulating nature is known to promote hair growth and improve hair texture.
- Ylang ylang oil can also be used as an aphrodisiac and for the treatment of various problems related to sexual inadequacy and dysfunction.
- Lastly, the floral scented oil is used, mostly as a middle note, in various perfumes.
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