Ylang Ylang No.3 Essential Oil

Botanical Name: Cananga odorata Plant Part: Flower Extraction Method: Steam DistilledOrigin: France Description: Ylang ylang is a tall tropical tree about 20meters high with large, tender, fragrant pink, mauve or yellow flowers. Colour: Pale Yellow to Golden Common Uses: Can assist with problems such as high blood pressure, rapid breathing and heartbeat, nervous conditions, as well as impotence and frigidity. Can cause headaches in some if overly strong or over used. Consistency: Light Note: Base to Middle Scent Strength: Medium to StrongBlends well with: all citrus scents, Lavender, some wood oils and Sandalwood. Aromatic Scent: Sweet, exotic, floral scent that is one of the most sought after aromas in perfumeryHistory:In Indonesia, Ylang ylang flower petals are strewn upon the bed of newlywed couples. Ylang ylang 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.