Inci:Cananga odorata Flower Oil

An intensely sweet yet slightly spicy, exotic floral fragrance that is heady, soft and warm. “Complete” is a full and uninterrupted distillation of the Ylang Ylang flower.

PRODUCT DESCRIPTION

A pale yellow to dark yellow, mobile liquid obtained by a full steam distillation of the Ylang Ylang flower.

According to the Cosmetic Ingredient Database (CosIng), the functions of Ylang Ylang Essential Oil are: Masking, Perfuming.

To view more information, visit the CosIng Database here.

HOW TO USE IT

Skin Care

It balances over dry or over oily skin by helping to regulate sebum production.

It slows down the aging process of the face and is often used in anti-aging skin care products as well as general skincare.

Use in creams, lotions, gels and serums.

It will help to combat the bacteria that cause acne so is an ideal choice in products for acne prone skin.

Hair Care

It has a stimulating effect on the scalp when used in shampoos and conditioners which can help with hair growth.

Balancing to an overactive oily scalp so add to shampoos and conditioners for greasy hair.

As it balances a dry scalp, it will help to combat dandruff.

Excellent in all hair products as its intense fragrance will override any unwanted smell from raw materials used. A little goes a very long way.

Other

It is euphoric and sedative so is ideal in relaxing massage blends and creams.

Vapourise to create a mentally soothing and calming room space.

Suggested Blends:

Blend with Jasmine and Rose as an aphrodisiac.

Combine with Frankincense to slow and deepen the breathing, perhaps for meditation.Add to Geranium to balance sebum production.

CAUTIONS/CONTRAINDICATIONS

Some people can become sensitised and excessive amounts can bring on nausea and migraines.

TRADITIONAL USE

Traditional Aromatherapy Uses

Traditionally used by qualified aromatherapists to lift depression and stabilise mood swings.

It has a euphoric and sedative effect, so it helps with anxiety and tension. This also combines well with its aphrodisiac qualities especially when the root cause is lack of confidence.

Useful in intestinal infections it is often also used to slow down the breathing and a racing heartbeat.

Used to help with diabetes when the cause has been great disappointment with another person.

Historical Information

Known as “the flower of flowers”, it has been part of Ayurvedic medicine for centuries.

It was used as an ingredient in hair oil and was called Macassar hence the development of the anti macassar headrest used on furniture to protect the fabric from the hair oil.

It is one of the key floral top notes used in Chanel’s Number 5 perfume.

Very popular to use in soap making.

Organic Ylang Ylang Essential Oil

Name: Buy Organic Ylang Ylang Essential Oil Online | Aromantic
Brand: Aromantic Ltd
SKU: 31370
Price: 7.49 GBP
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