Product Review

Ylang Ylang 1st - Essential Oil - 100% Pure - 10ml

Botanical Name: Cananga odorata

Plant Part: Flower

Extraction Method: Steam

Origin: France

Description: Ylang ylang oil is extracted from Cananga odorata - also known as "flower of flowers". Ylang ylang is a tall tropical tree about 20meters (60 feet) high with large, tender, fragrant pink, mauve or yellow flowers. The yellow heads are viewed as being the best in terms of quality.

Colour: Pale Yellow to Golden

Consistency: Light

Note: Base to Middle

Strength of Aroma: Medium

Blends well with: Bergamot, Grapefruit, Lavender, Neroli, Rosewood and Sandalwood.

Aromatic Scent:Ylang Ylang essential oil ha a sweet, exotic, floral scent that is one of the most sought after aromas.

History: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.