YLANG YLANG

LATIN NAME FAMILY NAME SYNONYMS COLOUR VISCOSITY AROMA NOTE Cananga odorata var. genuine (Unona odorantissimum) Annonaceae (also spelled Anonaceae) Flower of flowers Pale yellow Medium to watery Sweet, balsamic, exotic, intense / floral with a hint of spiciness / Considered similar to jasmine oil Base (some references top)

COUNTRIES OF PRODUCTION Indigenous to Indonesia, Philippines, Java and Madagascar. Most commercial production is from Madagascar (Comoro islands), Reunion, Haiti & Zanzibar PARTS USED EXTRACTION METHOD Fresh, fully developed flowers best picked at dawn Steam distillation A total of four distillations is used: - The first distillation is known as Ylang Ylang Extra, and is the most expensive & highest quality - The 3 subsequent distillates are termed as grades I, II and III, and have progressively diminished quality & complexity - Good quality ylang ylang will have a smooth aroma which is not overly strong. A thick dominant sweetness will be noticed in some of the subsequent distillations 1.5 2%

YIELD

BLENDS WELL WITH Bergamot, cedarwood, clary sage, jasmine, lavender, lemon, mimosa, patchouli, rose, grapefruit, sandalwood, vetiver

MAIN CHEMICAL COMPONENTS Benzoic, geraniol, linalool, eugenol, safrole, benzyl acetate, Farnesol, pinene WARNINGS & CONTRA INDICATIONS Generally safe to use Non-toxic, non-sensitising, non-irritant Very rarely causes sensitivity in certain individuals May cause headaches & nausea if used excessively or in strong dilutions Avoid use on sensitive or damaged skin

THERAPEUTIC PROPERTIES Aphrodisiac, anti-depressant, euphoric, antiseptic, hypotensive, sedative, calmative, circulatory stimulant, anti-seborrheic

YLANG YLANG ESSENTIAL OIL

THERAPEUTIC APPLICATIONS EMOTIONAL Depression especially when stress-induced Release emotional guilt Resentment, fear, rage, jealousy, obstinacy, frustration, irritability, impatience, selfabsorption Has a balancing effect, allowing strong emotions to be moderated CIRCULATION Calm palpitations Lower high blood pressure DIGESTIVE Intestinal infections? (this was found in one reference only) GENITO-URINARY Aphrodisiac Impotence & frigidity Uterine tonic Breast firmer NERVOUS SYSTEM Deeply relaxing effect on the nervous system Calm anxiety, shock, fear, panic Help insomnia Soothes & uplifts Combination of euphoric and sedative effect on the nervous system RESPIRATORY To treat hyperpnoea (excessive breathing after exercise) SKIN Rejuvenating effect on skin & hair Soothe insect bites Good for both oily & dry skin Soothing, balancing effect on the skin Stimulating effect on the scalp said to promote more luxurious hair growth Treatment of acne

YLANG YLANG ESSENTIAL OIL

METHODS OF APPLICATION AEROSOL Inhaled Anxiety, tension, shock, fear, panic Rapid breathing & rapid heartbeat Aphrodisiac Physical exhaustion Frigidity & impotence Insomnia Depression Stress Relaxant Room perfuming Aphrodisiac qualities Encouraging relaxation & enjoyment use in moderation BATH / FOOT BATH Physical exhaustion Insomnia Frigidity & impotence Depression Anxiety, stress, nervous tension Calming & aphrodisiac Use in greater dilution than other eos CREAM OR MASSAGE OIL Soothing character Physical exhaustion Insomnia Frigidity & impotence Depression Anxiety, nervous tension, stress use in moderation

NOTES Use in moderation in greater dilutions than other eos Strength of fragrance can be overpowering Is considered a deeply relaxing fragrance

YLANG YLANG ESSENTIAL OIL