Product Details
FEATURES AND BENEFITS
The Flower of Flowers: Steam distilled from the blooms of Cananga odorata, Ylang Ylang Essential Oil (#1) captures the exotic warmth of Madagascar’s flora. Revered for centuries, this floral oil symbolizes love, harmony, and beauty.
Beautiful and Exotic: With a sweet, rich, and heady aroma, Ylang Ylang is as alluring as it is soothing. Its soft, exotic scent layers wonderfully into perfumes, diffuser blends, and bath products.
Balance for Skin & Hair: Known for its harmonizing properties, Ylang Ylang Essential Oil (#1) helps regulate oil production in both skin and scalp. Use it in facial oils, creams, conditioners, and serums to support softness and shine.
Sensual Calm: Often used in rituals and romantic traditions, this oil is linked to emotional relaxation and tranquility. Ideal for bath oils, body butters, or nighttime diffuser blends.
Perfectly Paired: A versatile base note, Ylang Ylang Essential Oil (#1) blends well with Bergamot, Grapefruit, Lavender, Neroli, Sandalwood, and Rosewood — adding softness to bright citrus notes and floral depth to warm, woody blends.
DESCRIPTION
Ylang Ylang Essential Oil (#1) is tropical elegance in a bottle. Steam distilled from the fragrant flowers of Cananga odorata, this oil is the first distillation — valued for its brighter, more refined floral notes. Grown in the lush landscapes of Madagascar, these golden blooms are harvested at peak aroma to capture their full olfactory richness.
Also known as the “Flower of Flowers,” ylang ylang has a long-standing tradition in perfumery, personal care, and ceremonial rituals. A sweet, exotic scent adds a romantic flourish to diffuser blends, bath oils, and natural perfumes, while calming, balancing properties make it a go-to for skin and hair care products that aim to soften, soothe, and harmonize.
DIRECTIONS & SUGGESTED USAGE
- Lathered in Luxury: Add Ylang Ylang Essential Oil (#1) at 0.3–0.5% to melt-and-pour or cold process soap formulations for a floral finish that lingers on the skin. Start with a trial batch to find your ideal fragrance strength. Always patch test your product.
- Romance in the Air: Add 3–4 drops of Ylang Ylang Essential Oil (#1) to a diffuser to fill the room with a sweet, floral aroma. Ideal for romantic evenings or an emotional reset.
- Floral Facial Steam: Add 1 drop of Ylang Ylang Essential Oil (#1) to a bowl of hot water and lean in as the steam gently calms the mind and opens the senses — a skin-loving ritual that soothes and softens.
- Softening Skin Care: Use 0.2–0.5% of Ylang Ylang Essential Oil (#1) in facial oils, creams, or body butters to help balance skin’s natural oils and promote a radiant glow. Always patch test before full application.
- Shiny Hair: Add 0.1–0.3% of Ylang Ylang Essential Oil (#1) to conditioners, hair masks, or scalp oils. Known to help reduce dryness and add luster to hair without weighing it down.
- Tropical Oasis Bath: Dilute 3–5 drops of Ylang Ylang Essential Oil (#1) in a carrier oil and swirl into bath water for a fragrant, calming soak that soothes the senses.
- Natural Perfumery: Use Ylang Ylang Essential Oil (#1) sparingly — 0.1–0.3% — as a sensual base note in custom fragrance blends. Pairs beautifully with citrus, florals, and soft woods.
Botanical Name:
Cananga odorata
Plant Part:
Flowers
Main Constituents:
Germacrene-D: 9.5–18%
Origin:
Madagascar
Processing Method:
Steam Distilled
MORE ABOUT YLANG YLANG ESSENTIAL OIL (#1)
Color/Consistency:
A thin, clear, pale yellow liquid.
Aromatic Summary / Note / Strength of Aroma:
A base note with a medium aroma, Ylang Ylang has a sweet, exotic, floral scent that is one of the most sought-after.
Blends With:
Bergamot, Grapefruit, Lavender, Neroli, Rosewood, and Sandalwood.
Cautions: Dilute before use; May cause skin irritation in some individuals; a skin test is recommended prior to use. It can also cause sensitivity in some people; excessive use may lead to headaches and nausea. Avoid contact with eyes.
