Essential Oil – Ylang Ylang Extra

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Product Type 100% Pure & Natural Essential oil
Available in 5ml | 30ml
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Botanical Name Cananga odorata
Origin India
Part Flower
Extraction Steam
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Price range: $24.00 through $80.00

[ Scent Library ]
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Aroma Has an intense, creamy, and intoxicatingly sweet floral aroma; compared to other grades, it is less woody and more "narcotic," with fruity undertones similar to banana or custard.
Category Floral | Woody
Note Middle - Base
Intensity 5/6
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[ More About ]
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AKA Flower of Flowers
Chinese 依兰
Japanese イランイラン
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Botanical Family Asteraceae (Compositae)
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Chemistry Esters
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Common Usage Nervous System (Primary Benefit)

  • Hypotensive Action: Renowned for its ability to rapidly lower blood pressure and slow a racing heart (tachycardia) during episodes of high stress.
  • Anxiety & Panic Relief: Acts as a powerful nervine to quiet the "fight or flight" response and reduce feelings of extreme agitation.
  • Euphoric Mood Booster: Helps lift spirits and combat mild depression by promoting feelings of joy and self-esteem.
  • Anger Management: Specifically used to cool "hot" emotions like frustration, jealousy, and rage.

Reproductive System

  • Potent Aphrodisiac: Known for addressing sexual "frigidity" and performance anxiety by relaxing the mind and senses.
  • Hormonal Balancing: Used in aromatherapy to help ease the emotional symptoms of PMS and postpartum "baby blues."
  • Uterine Tonic: Helps relax the smooth muscles of the uterus to alleviate painful menstrual cramping.

Integumentary System (Skin & Hair)

  • Sebum Balancer: Uniquely effective for both very oily and very dry skin by regulating the sebaceous glands.
  • Hair Growth & Health: Traditionally used in "Macassar oil" to stimulate the scalp, promote hair thickness, and add a natural shine.
  • Skin Smoothing: Its antiseptic properties help clear minor blemishes and give the skin a "glowy," rejuvenated appearance.

Cardiovascular System

  • Heart Rate Regulation: Helps stabilize the heart rhythm, especially when palpitations are triggered by emotional shock or sudden fear.
  • Circulatory Support: Encourages better blood flow to the extremities by dilating blood vessels through relaxation.

Endocrine System

  • Adrenal Support: Helps reduce the secretion of cortisol (the stress hormone), protecting the body from the physical toll of chronic burnout.
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Blending note
  • the most potent, "high-frequency" version of the flower, it can easily dominate a room.
  • In blending, it acts as a narcotic heart note. To make it wearable and balanced, you need to "rein it in" with oils that provide either crisp structure (citrus) or a solid foundation (woods).
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Do you know? Ylang Ylang Extra is a legendary ingredient in high-end perfumery; it was a key component in the original 1921 formulation of Chanel No. 5, chosen for its sophisticated and exotic profile.
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Contraindication
  • This oil is extremely potent; over-inhalation can cause headaches and nausea.
  • It should be used in very low dilutions (less than 1%) as it is a known skin sensitizer for some individuals.
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