Ylang-ylang oil

Ylang-Ylang oil – ideal for aromatherapy and suitable for aroma diffusers

Ylang-Ylang is an incomparably feminine, intense fragrance with a sensual, beguiling charisma. The scent has a balancing, strengthening and self-esteem enhancing effect. Fears and anxiety can be released more easily. It relieves nervousness and stress, promotes inner balance and creativity. Due to its protective and nourishing properties, ylang-ylang is often used in fine products to care for skin and hair. The scent of this flower, which is also known as the “flower of flowers”, represents joy of life, harmony and sensuality. It is an old tradition in Indonesia for brides and grooms to give each other gifts of ylang-ylang flowers. Similar to jasmine, ylang-ylang is a constant companion in religious ceremonies in Asia. The European cosmetics industry is also aware of the popularity of this scent. The sweet, floral ylang-ylang is the basic scent of the world-famous perfume “Chanel No. 5”.

More about Ylang-Ylang Oil

Ylang-Ylang originally comes from Indonesia and the Philippines. Today the evergreen plant, which can reach heights of up to 25 meters, is also cultivated in other countries. Almost all parts of the plant are used: the popular essential oil is obtained from the beautiful yellow flowers, the wood of the tree is used for building, the flowers and the oil are used in Asian folk medicine. This lovely oil stimulates the senses and has a relaxing effect. It can also have a calming effect on negative emotions such as anger, anger, and mood-enhancing effects on bad moods and fears. You can also try to find relief by using ylang-ylang if you have physical complaints, especially if they are associated with internal tension. Typical areas of application include sleep disorders, menstrual problems, premenstrual syndrome, headaches, high blood pressure and cardiac agitation. Note: Please have any physical complaints checked by a doctor first. The balancing effect and the magical scent make ylang-ylang one of the most popular essential oils. It brings you back to center when the hustle and bustle of everyday life gets on your nerves and your body reacts with symptoms of tension - try it out!

What is ylang-ylang oil?

Freshly picked flowers are used to make the essential oil. The flowers should be harvested before sunrise if possible so that the oil is in the highest concentration in the flowers and does not evaporate due to sunlight. Using steam distillation, one liter of the floral-sensual oil is obtained from approximately 50 kg of flowers. Ylang-ylang can increase the release of the happiness hormones serotonin and endorphin. Serotonin plays a central role in memory, concentration, sleep and – like endorphins – the sensation of pain.

How does ylang ylang oil work?

• Antimicrobial, antifungal, insecticidal
• Anti-inflammatory
• Antioxidant
• Skin and hair caring
• Antispasmodic (spasmolytic)
• Heart-strengthening
• Hormonally balancing
• Relaxing, anti-depressant
• Euphorizing, aphrodisiac
• Strengthens concentration and self-confidence

What can ylang-ylang oil be used for?

We have now learned a lot about the properties of ylang-ylang oil. The areas of application can be derived directly from this. Let's first look at the effect in the psychological and emotional area.

• Relieves anxiety and tension
• Relaxing for inner restlessness and nervous exhaustion
• Mood-enhancing
• Resolves mental blockages
• Gives trust and security
• Stimulates the senses, increases imagination and creativity
• promotes inner balance

On a physical level, it can be used for these vegetatively caused diseases:

• Sleep disorders
• Menstrual problems, premenstrual syndrome
• High blood pressure and rapid pulse (tachycardia)
• Lack of motivation
• Sexual listlessness
• Fungal diseases
• Oily, impure or dry skin
• Itchy scalp, greasy hair

Conclusion of Ylang-Ylang Oil

Ylang-Ylang oil stimulates the senses and sensuality - an incomparable scent - floral, mysterious and seductive. This oil takes you into a magical oriental world. It helps to enjoy the good things in life by relieving stress and anxiety, promoting a positive mood and giving confidence. If you are looking for a natural way to relieve restlessness and sleep disorders, listlessness or vegetative heart problems, try ylang-ylang oil and let its effects convince you. Safety note: Use externally during pregnancy and on children only under expert supervision.