An ylang ylang is a fragrant flower of the tree Cananga odorata, or the essential oil derived from this flower.
Ylang ylang can cause headaches and some sensitivity in humans, but as long as the cat doesn't ingest the oil and can leave the area if it doesn't like the scent, it should be fine. For additional information on Ylang ylang essential oil please see the related link below.
To aid a restful peaceful sleep put a few drops of ylang ylang essential oil onto your pillow or iuse it in a oil burner but i dont recommend this method if you suffer with low blood pressure as it reduces blood pressure
Ylang Ylang oil is made from the oil of the Cananga odorata tree. To obtain the essential oil they use steam distillation of the flowers. The resulting oil scent is a middle note, with a strong initial smell that is fresh, floral, sweet, slightly fruity, considered fragrant yet delicate. The oil is clear with a yellow tinge, with a medium consistency.
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you can buy Ylang Ylang oil at Amazon.com or GNC.com But, those are the only places i know of that sells the oil
Essential oil from ylang-ylang is extracted by water or steam from the freshly picked flowers. Standard water distillation methods are used, (you need the equipment and LOTS of flowers). The first distillation is called ylang-ylang extra, which is the top grade oil, there are often three more distillations called grade 1, 2, & 3. An absolute and a concrete may also be made using solvent extraction.
Ylang ylang oil is distilled from the flowers of the Cananga tree. Its use is mainly for fragrances, especially in men. Its also good to reduce panic and fear when inhaled and when mixed with a carrier oil such as wheatgerm it is good to clear spotty skin but it also reduces blood pressure so isn't advisable if you have low blood pressure
Ylang ylang - Cananga odorata var. genuine - is used in skin care for acne, as a hair rinse, for high blood pressure, heart palpitations, insomnia, stress related disorders, and as a fragrance oil in soaps and perfumes.Answer:Ylang Ylang is known as the flowers of flowers. It's a name derived from Malay, which means flower which flutter in the breeze. It is use to helped counter insect and snake bites and to avoid diseases throughout the rainy season. It is also a traditional treatment for asthma, malaria, rheumatism, diarrhea, and headaches.
Ylang-ylang is a lovely perfume oil. It can be used alone or in combination with black pepper, citrus oils, rose and sandalwood. Caution should be used as an excess of the oil can cause or contribute to headaches.
Firstly, "essential" means that the oil carries a distinctive scent, or essence of a particular plant.The following list may help:Usage | Essential OilsAlertness: Rosemary, Lavender, Peppermint.Balanced Mind: Lemon, Lavender, Pine, Lime, Geranium, Rosemary.Cold and Flu: Eucalyptus, Camphor, Peppermint.Romance: Ylang Ylang, Geranium, Cedar-wood.Invigorating: Bergamot, Neroli-Light/Rose, MandarinPMS: Lavender, Lemongrass, Clary SageAnti-Stress: Lavender, Sweet Fennel, Peppermint, Chamomile-RomanWell Being: Bergamot, Rosewood, Ylang Ylang, Clary SageRefreshing: Rosemary, Bergamot, Lemon, JuniperberryRelaxation: Lavender, Geranium, Petitgrain, Clary SageSensuality: Sweet Orange, Ylang Ylang, Patchouli, Neroli-Light/Rose
There are two different oils that are the most potent. The first is Ylang Ylang. You can rub some in a carrier oil on your forehead, neck and pulse points. Another is a blend by My Butterfly Oils (see the related link below) called Moonlight. You can use this one as a perfume or to diffuse in the air. It smells wonderful and will help set the mood! Patchouli oil is also a well known aphrodisiac.