Ylang Ylang 100% Pure Therapeutic Grade Essential Oil- 5 ml
* Ylang Ylang oil is extracted from Cananga aromaata - also known as flower of flowers. It is a tall tropical tree about 60 feet high with large, tender, fragrant pink, mauve or yellow flowers. The yellow heads are viewed as being the best in terms of quality. There are several grades of Ylang Ylang essential oils which are extracted at different times during the flower's lengthy distillation.* Botanical Name: Cananga Odorata* Aromatic Aroma: Ylang Ylang has a sweet, exotic, floral aroma that is one of the most sought after.* Consistency: Thin* Note: Base* Aroma Strength: Medium* Extraction Method: Steam Distilled* Plant Part: Flowers* Origin: Madagascar* Color: Pale yellow to golden yellow clear* Common Uses: Ylang Ylang Oil can assist with problems such as high blood pressure, rapid breathing and heartbeat, nervous conditions, as well as impotence and frigidity. Spiritual practitioners claim that the users of Ylang Ylang are those who have been drawn to the oil, and who in turn, suit it. Ylang Ylang is best suited for use in the perfumery and skincare industries.* Blends Well With: Bergamot, Grapefruit, Lavender, Neroli, Rosewood and Sandalwood.* History: In Indonesia, Ylang Ylang flower petals are strewn upon the bed of newlywed couples. It was a popular ingredient of hair preparations in Europe and was known as Macassar oil. The word anti-macassar originated from this, since an anti-maccasar was used to keep hair oil from staining upholstered furniture.* Cautions: Ylang Ylang can cause sensitivity on some people and excessive use of it may lead to headaches and nausea.