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Ylang-ylang Essential Oil, Tree

This tree is native to the Philippines and other parts of the Far East. The essential oil is obtained from the flowers by steam distillation. This is another oil used by the perfume industry as it has a lovely, exotic floral fragrance. It has a relaxing, sedative effect and is a pleasant oil to use in a burner to scent your home. Ylangylang is said to have aphrodisiac powers!

Depression and nervous tension

Use in a burner, the bath or for massage.

Insomnia

Put a few drops on your pillow, use in the bath or a burner.

Panic, fear

Inhale neat oil.

High blood pressure

The oil is calming and can help to relieve high blood pressure. Use regularly in a carrier oil for massage or in the bath.

Spotty skin

Use in a carrier oil, or dilute in water and use as a skin tonic.