Ylang Ylang Essential Oil, Therapeutical Grade
Fragrance: Flowery, spicy, full, sweet, erotic
Perfumery Note: Base/Middle
Blends well with: Rose, sandalwood, the spice oils (very nice: black pepper, cardamom, clove), vetiver, jasmine, lavender, verbena, citrus essential oils, geranium, and many more. Ylang ylang is a great note to use in small amounts in the background of a blend, since it makes a blend more full and round and longer lasting.
External Application:
Mix with neroli.
Hair: to treat split ends
Mixed with alcohol (5 drops to 10ml of spirits) as a bath additive (one tea spoon of this blend to a full bath) against stress; for sexual difficulties; against anxiety; As a facial cleanser for oily skin.
Mixed with vegetable oil (5 drops of ylang oil to 10ml of vegetable oil) as an aphrodisiac massage oil, for brittle nails (massage the nails as well as the nail beds with the oil), rub this oil into your skin after sunbathing, ylang ylang has the extraordinary ability to relax facial muscles, therefore, to achieve a relaxed face, a massage with this oil is a most beneficial cosmetic treatment. It is also very effective for tension headaches. If the fragrance seems too sweet, it can be toned down by mixing it with orange or lemon or bergamot. Ylang has also proven beneficial for treating PMS (premenstrual syndrome) either in a massage oil, or in a bath or in the aroma lamp.
In Cosmetics:
Added to a skin lotion or oil, ylang has proven to be very beneficial, particularly for oily skin, although it is suitable for all skin types. Its effects are moisture-balancing, softening and smoothing. It normalizes sebum secretion. Due to plant hormones present in the oil, it rejuvenates skin.
Internal Application:
2-3 drops of ylang-ylang oil blended with a teaspoon of honey or some herbal tea lower the frequency of heartbeat and breathing and thus have a hypotensive (lowering blood pressure) and calming effect. This oil also helps with depressions, frigidity, impotence, menopausal complaints, insomnia and nervousness. Ylang is also an ingredient in some motion sickness medicines!
In the Diffuser:
The fragrance of ylang-ylang stimulates the part of the brain that releases endorphins. It is therefore helpful in reducing pain. It also eliminates doubts, restlessness and insecurity. Pent-up feelings like anger or disappointment are dissolved or calmed down. This oil creates a soft, sweet and erotic atmosphere. Its anti-depressant properties are especially beneficial for nervous depression that is accompanied by severe tension. Its effects in this regard are almost like that of valerian.
GENERAL SAFETY GUIDELINES FOR ESSENTIAL OILS
Essential oils are potent plant extracts! Do not take any oils internally without consultation from a qualified medical practitioner. Keep all essential oils securely out of child’s reach. Do not apply undiluted to the skin. Always avoid mucous membranes and eyes. If you are pregnant or have any medical problem, use oils only under the proper guidance of a qualified medical practitioner. Use extreme caution when using oils for children and use only the gentlest oils at very low concentrations; it is safest to consult a qualified medical / aromatherapy practitioner. A skin patch test should be conducted prior to using any oil. Essential oils may attack plastics and varnished surfaces! And here’s another fact that most of us would be rather unaware of... many essential oils are highly flammable!
DISCLAIMER
Any information provided is only general information and is not to be considered complete or guaranteed to be accurate / effective / safe. It is not in our intention to make any medical claims associated with any of our products, and the information provided should not be used to replace sound medical advice.