YlangYlang Oil Ingredient Guide: The Flower of Sensuality & Calm
🌺 Ylang Ylang Oil: The Flower of Sensuality & Calm
INCI Name: Cananga odorata (Ylang Ylang) Oil
🌍 Origins & Cultivation
Ylang Ylang (Cananga odorata) is a tropical tree native to Southeast Asia, particularly Indonesia, the Philippines, and Madagascar. Its name means “flower of flowers” in Tagalog, reflecting the flower’s intoxicatingly sweet and exotic aroma.
The oil is steam-distilled from the freshly picked yellow flowers, with different grades (Extra, I, II, III) determined by how long each fraction is distilled. The first distillation (Ylang Ylang Extra) is the most delicate and aromatic—ideal for skincare and perfumery.
📜 A Look Back in History
"The Flower of Love & Serenity"
Ylang Ylang has long been used in traditional beauty rituals:
- 🌺 In Indonesia, the petals are traditionally scattered on newlyweds’ beds to symbolize love and passion
- 💆♀️ In Aromatherapy, it’s revered for easing tension, nervousness, and emotional overwhelm
- 👑 In French Polynesia, the flowers are infused into coconut oil to make a hair and skin elixir known as Monoi
Today, Ylang Ylang oil is prized for its ability to calm the mind, balance skin, and awaken the senses.
🔬 Common Extraction Methods
Ylang Ylang essential oil is obtained by steam distillation of the freshly harvested flowers.
- 🌼 Flowers are picked at dawn to preserve their full fragrance
- 🔥 Fractionated distillation captures the most fragrant parts first (Ylang Ylang Extra)
- ❄ The final oil is carefully bottled to maintain its delicate aroma and skin-loving benefits
🌿 Sensory Experience
- Aroma: Intensely floral, exotic, sweet, with hints of spice and fruit
- Texture: Light and velvety
- Absorption: Absorbs gently into the skin, leaving it soft and delicately scented
Ylang Ylang’s romantic, sensual aroma makes it a favorite in natural perfumes, relaxation oils, and emotional wellness blends.
🧪 The Science Behind It
Ylang Ylang oil contains linalool, germacrene, and benzyl acetate, compounds with mood-enhancing, skin-balancing, and anti-inflammatory properties. Research suggests:
- 🌿 Regulates sebum production, making it suitable for both dry and oily skin
- 🧘♀️ Reduces heart rate and cortisol, promoting relaxation and emotional balance
- 💞 Acts as a natural aphrodisiac, boosting confidence and sensuality
✨ Why It Works
- Balances Skin & Emotions – Perfect for combination skin and emotional overwhelm
- Lifts the Mood & Calms the Mind – Promotes serenity, sensuality, and self-confidence
- Deepens Sleep & Reduces Tension – A beautiful oil to end the day on a peaceful note
📖 Scientific Research & Studies
- 🧠 Journal of Aromatherapy & Stress Studies found that inhaling Ylang Ylang oil reduced blood pressure and anxiety
- 🌸 Journal of Cosmetic Science supports Ylang Ylang’s role in balancing sebum levels and improving skin clarity
🌿 Why We Use It
At Herbs on the Hill, we love Ylang Ylang oil for its ability to connect skin with soul—balancing skin tone while soothing the mind. Whether used in night creams, sensual blends, or bath rituals, it’s a deeply nurturing oil.
🌍 Compared to Conventional Alternatives
✔ 🌱 Natural vs. Synthetic Fragrance – Most floral perfumes use synthetic Ylang Ylang; we use the real botanical extract
✔ 💆♀️ Gentle Skin Balancer – Naturally helps rebalance oily or irritated skin
✔ 🌿 Aromatherapeutic Richness – Offers emotional benefits no synthetic fragrance can match
🛍 Found in These Products
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11ml Love YlangYlang Roll On
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Love Ylang Ylang Foam Bath & Shower Gel - Sweet, floral, and irresistibly sensual
- 🌙 Ylang Ylang & Vanilla Calming Bath Oil
⚠ Disclaimer
"This information is for educational purposes only and is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any medical condition. Herbs on the Hill provides natural ingredients for skincare and wellness. If you have specific concerns, please consult a healthcare professional before use."
YlangYlang Oil Ingredient Guide: The Flower of Sensuality & Calm
