Ylang Ylang essential oil

Botanical name: Cananga odorata

Key Facts 🔎

Sizes	10 ml, 25 ml, 50 ml, 100 ml, 250 ml, 500 ml, 1 litre
Origin	Madagascar, Philippines & Réunion
Extraction	Steam distillation of fresh flowers
Fragrance Note	Base
Purity	100 % pure; carefully quality-checked
Sourcing	Pesticide-free; sustainably cultivated

Why Choose Abbey Essentials Ylang Ylang Oil?

Our Ylang Ylang oil is made in small batches from freshly picked Cananga odorata blossoms steam-distilled within hours of harvest. Rigorous quality checks preserve its potent, sweet-floral aroma and soothing, aphrodisiac properties for consistently luxurious performance.

Overview

Ylang Ylang essential oil offers a rich, potent floral scent reminiscent of hyacinth and narcissus. Traditionally used to calm tension, uplift mood and enhance sensuality, it may also help balance sebum and rejuvenate skin and hair.

Notes

• Top Note: Sweet floral opening
• Middle Note: Rich exotic heart
• Base Note: Deep creamy finish

Scent Family

Floral · Oriental · Exotic

Aromatic Description

Opulent floral facets merge into a creamy, exotic core and settle on a gently sweet-woody base.

Therapeutic Properties

Relaxing · Uplifting · Balancing · Rejuvenating

Volatility & Evaporation Rate

Slow evaporation; forms a lasting base note in blends.

Plant Origin & Production

• Botanical Source: Cananga odorata
• Grown in: Madagascar, Philippines & Réunion
• Plant Part: Flowers
• Extraction Method: Steam distillation
• Aroma Profile: Sweet-floral, rich, creamy

Tradition & Natural Wellness Use

Celebrated in tropical Asia for skin and hair care, Ylang Ylang oil may help to:

• Calm tension and stress
• Lift negative moods and support sensuality
• Balance oily or mature skin in skincare blends

Ideal For

• Relaxing diffuser blends
• Sensual massage oils
• Balancing skincare formulations
• Luxurious bath soaks
• Aromatherapy enthusiasts

Popular Uses

Aromatherapy (Mood & Atmosphere)

Add 2–4 drops to a diffuser or a bowl of warm water to create a calming, romantic ambience.

Holistic & Wellness Routines

Blend 2–3 drops with a carrier oil and massage onto pulse points to soothe stress and uplift the spirit. Note: see your product label for dilution guidelines and seek professional advice for health concerns.

DIY Skincare & Beauty

Add 1 drop per 10 ml base emollient to lotions or hair treatments to support skin clarity and hair shine. Patch test before use; avoid sensitive areas.

Blends Well With

• Bergamot essential oil
• Chamomile (German) essential oil
• Clary Sage essential oil
• Clove essential oil
• Eucalyptus Lemon essential oil
• Ginger essential oil
• Grapefruit essential oil
• Jasmine essential oil
• Lemon essential oil
• May Chang essential oil
• Mandarin essential oil
• Neroli essential oil
• Opopanax essential oil
• Orange essential oil
• Palmarosa essential oil
• Patchouli essential oil
• Peru Balsam essential oil
• Petitgrain essential oil
• Rose essential oil
• Rosewood essential oil
• Sandalwood Mysore essential oil
• Tuberose essential oil
• Vetivert essential oil

⚠️ Caution

Essential oils are highly concentrated—always dilute Ylang Ylang oil to 2–5 % in a carrier oil before applying to skin; see your product label for specifics. Not recommended for internal use. Keep out of reach of children and pets. Consult a healthcare professional if pregnant, breastfeeding or under medical supervision.

Tags

Relaxation · Sensual aroma · Skin & hair care · Floral base note · Aromatherapy blend

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