Complete Guide to Essential Oils/A to Z of essential oils/Ylang Ylang
- Ylang Ylang (Cananga odorata)
Ylang ylang oil comes from the flowers of the Cananga odorata tree. It has a sweet, floral scent.
Properties
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Circulatory
[edit | edit source]Reduces hypertension (high blood pressure).
Emotional
[edit | edit source]Helps relieve stress and anxiety. Encourages deep sleep.
Immunological
[edit | edit source]Fights intestinal infections.
Sexual
[edit | edit source]Can help relieve sexual dysfunction. Can act as an aphrodisiac.
Caution
[edit | edit source]- Ylang ylang oil may irritate sensitive skin.
- The strong scent may cause headache or nausea.
