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8 Surprising Benefits Of Ylang-Ylang Essential Oil
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The health benefits of ylang ylang essential oil can be attributed to its properties as an
antidepressant, antiseborrheic, antiseptic, aphrodisiac, nervine, and sedative substance. It is also
used for lowering high blood pressure.

This essential oil was not widely known about until very recently, but with thousands of cosmetics
products and their advertisements flooding the global media, it soon became a household name
and a favorite of aromatherapists.

What is Ylang Ylang Essential Oil?

The essential oil of ylang-ylang is extracted by steam distillation of fresh flowers of the ylang-ylang
tree, which bears the scientific name Cananga odorata and is commonly found in the rainforests of
certain Asian and South Pacific Islands like Indonesia, Philippines, Java, Sumatra, Comoro, and
Polynesia.

The chief components of the essential oil of ylang-ylang are benzyl acetate, benzyl benzoate,
linalool, caryophyllene, geranyl acetate, methyl benzoate, p-cresyl methyl ether, and other
components known as sesquiterpenes, all of which contribute to its aroma and medicinal
properties.

Along with its widespread use in perfumes and aromatherapy treatments due to its very pleasing
and delicate fragrance, ylang-ylang essential oil is also used for a variety of medicinal purposes.

Health Benefits of Ylang Ylang Essential Oil

Let’s discuss the medicinal properties of ylang ylang essential oil in detail.

Antidepressant
This is one of the oldest known medicinal properties of ylang ylang and it is a part of the essential
oil as well. It fights depression and relaxes the body, thereby driving away anxiety, sadness, and
chronic stress. It also has an uplifting effect on the mood and induces feelings of joy and hope. It
may be an effective treatment for those undergoing nervous breakdowns and acute depression
after a shock or an accident.

Antiseborrheic
Seborrhoea or seborrheic eczema is a horrible disease that is caused due to malfunctioning
sebaceous glands. This disorder results in irregular sebum production and the consequent
infection of the epidermal cells. It looks very unattractive and painful, since the white or pale yellow
skin, whether it’s dry or greasy, starts peeling off. This normally happens on the scalp, cheeks,
eyebrows and wherever else hair follicles are found. Ylang-ylang essential oil can be beneficial in
curing this inflammatory situation and reducing the skin irritation and redness by regularizing
sebum production and treating the infection itself.
Antiseptic
Wound like cuts, abrasions or burns come with a chance of the wound becoming septic from
various bacterial infections. The risk of complications is even greater if the wound is because of an
iron object, as there remains a chance of it becoming infected by tetanus germs. Essential oil of
ylang-ylang can help avoid both sepsis and tetanus by inhibiting microbial growth and disinfecting
the wounds. This property also protects wounds from infections of bacteria, virus, and fungus. It
also speeds up the healing process of the wound.

Aphrodisiac
The essential oil derived from ylang-ylang can activate romance within couples and improve your
sexual life. This can be very beneficial for people who have lost interest in sex due to tremendous
workload, professional stress, depression, or the effects of pollution. The loss of libido or frigidity is
a growing problem in modern life, but relying on natural essential oils like ylang-ylang can really
help you find your sex drive.

Lowers High Blood Pressure

This oil is an effective agent for treating hypertension. In recent times, since high blood pressure is
a major health epidemic and the drugs for lowering it have serious adverse side effects on health,
ylang-ylang oil has proved be an easy and natural solution. It has no adverse side effects on health
if taken in prescribed quantities.ylangylangbenefits

Sedative
Health benefits of ylang-ylang essential oil include providing relief from stress and anxiety. This oil
sedates and calms nervous afflictions, stress, anger, and anxiety while inducing a relaxing feeling.

Nervine
Ylang-ylang essential oil is a health booster for the nervous system. It strengthens the nervous
system and repairs any damage it may have suffered. Furthermore, it also reduces stress on the
nerves and protects them from developing a number of nervous disorders.

Other Benefits
Ylang-ylang essential oil can be used to cure infections in internal organs such as the stomach,
intestines, colon, and urinary tract. It is also good for people suffering from insomnia, fatigue, and
frigidity. It is extremely effective in maintaining moisture and oil balance of the skin and keeps it
looking hydrated, smooth, and young.

Word of Caution: Some cases of sensitivity, nausea, and headache have been observed when
ylang-ylang essential oil is taken in excessive amounts. Otherwise, when taken in recommended
doses, it is non-toxic and is not reported to cause any irritation.

Blending: The essential oil of ylang-ylang makes very good blends with essential oils derived from
bergamot, grapefruits, lavender, and sandalwood.

Ylang Ylang Oil FAQs

What is ylang-ylang?

Ylang-ylang is the name of a tree that is native to Indonesia but has been naturalized in many
tropical locations. The tree is particularly famed for its flowers, which have a very pleasant aroma,
and a powerful essential oil that has been linked to a number of medicinal benefits. Its essential oil
is highly sought after for its antioxidants, sesquiterpenes, and other organic compounds that make
it so potent.

What does ylang-ylang smell like?

The smell of ylang-ylang is quite unique and powerful, which is why so many perfumes and
cosmetic products feature this tropical flower. The smell is slightly floral, so it is primarily used in
women’s beauty products, but it also works as a middle note in men’s personal care products.

How to pronounce ylang-ylang?

Ylang-ylang is phonetically pronounced EE-lang EE-lang, so if you’ve been pushing a strong “Y”
sound when asking for this oil at your local health food store, now you understand why you got so
many funny looks. The word originates from the Pacific Rim nations where this tree, the Cananga
odorata, can be naturally found.

How to use ylang-ylang oil?

Ylang-ylang oil can often be mixed with the bath water for an aromatic and relaxing soak. It is often
blended with carrier oils and massaged into the hair and scalp to improve their strength and
appearance. It can also be mixed into a steam bath and inhaled for relief from stress. The pressed
flowers of ylang-ylang tree can also be steeped as a flavorful tea.

What is ylang-ylang oil used for?

Ylang-ylang oil is most commonly used as an ingredient in fragrances, perfumes, and cosmetic
products, due to its unique and powerful smell. This essential oil is also a popular room freshener
and can be used in a diffuser too. People mix this oil with other carrier oils and apply it to their face
to improve blood circulation and reduce the appearance of blemishes. The oil can also be used to
boost hair strength and growth.

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How ylang-ylang got its name?

Ylang-ylang has one of the strangest names in the entire natural health world, leading many to
wonder where it comes from. In the Tagalog language, native to the area where the ylang-ylang
tree is found, the word ‘ilang’ means wilderness. The repetition of the second word had a slightly
different pronunciation in the native tongue, but we no longer include that in the English version of
this flower’s name.

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Article last updated on May 08, 2018 by OrganicFacts
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kaska63352
1:34 pmAugust 6, 2018
Very interesting information.

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Komal Narwani
10:46 pmAugust 6, 2018
Glad to know that you got some interesting facts from the article.

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Venise T Hughes
3:35 amJanuary 19, 2012
This smells so good. Mix it with some Orange Essential Oil and Wooo, yes that's heavenly.

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Ngoma
7:36 pmJanuary 23, 2017
I mix mine with Chamomile (Roman or German)..apply on belly button - sleep like a baby!

D
DJT
10:30 pmMarch 25, 2016
Unbelievable. Essential oils are a new world for me, and I love them! So beneficial, I can literally
feel the psychological effects instantaneously! Aromatherapy via essential oils can help so many
people but almost nobody knows about them! I wonder why....

I can't wait to try cannabis sativa/indica essential oils! The concentrated terpenes from cannabis
would be divine.

P
PinkyandKc Lew
5:05 amJanuary 19, 2012
yes we have some fragrances in our place and I was just telling KC heaven must smell like this!

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