Ylang Ylang Essential Oil is used in the perfume industry because of its exotic fragrance which is described as intensely sweet, soft, floral with a spicy undertone.
This essential oil has also many other uses like relieving anxiety, fear, depression and anger, as well as reducing high blood pressure. For women, it helps them to find confidence, sensuality and ease physical tiredness caused by pre-mentrual syndrome. Ylang ylang oil overall uplifts and calms you psychologically.
Ylang Ylang Essential Oil has also been used in skin care for oily or combination skin. It blends well with rosewood, vetiver, geranium, patchouli, other florals and citruses.
Listed below are the aromatherapy uses of Ylang Ylang Oil:
- Antidepressant – uplifts & counteracts depression
- Anti-infectious – combats infection or its spread
- Antiseborrheic – helps to control the production of sebum
- Antiseptic – destroys or controls pathogenic bacteria
- Euphoric – produces a feeling of well-being or elation
- Hypotensive – reduces blood pressure
- Nervine – stimulates & strengthens the nervous system
- Regulator – helps balance & regulate the functions of the body
- Sedative – calms/reduces nervousness
- Stimulant – stimulates the physiological functions of the body
- Tonic – invigorates & strengthens the body
Ylang Ylang Essential Oil is non-toxic, non-irritant but may cause possible sensitization in some individuals. It should be used in moderation because of its heady scent and can cause headaches or nausea.
Please check out our Clearly Essentials’ website to see our list of essential oils and carrier oils we supply.