Ylang-ylang essential oil is particularly appreciated in cosmetics and in perfumery.
Its fragrant, warm, floral and sweet notes that characterize it are an asset.
But it is also used in hair care.
Ylang-ylang (Cananga odorata in Latin) is a Malay word meaning "flower of flowers".
This stunning yellow and white flower grows on a large exotic tree of the Annonaceae family.
The essential oil is extracted from these beautiful flowers.
Ylang-ylang essential oil is perfect for restoring a good mental balance.
It helps to fight against depressive states, insomnia, stress, tensions and spasms thanks to its relaxing and soothing effects facilitating sleep.
It is an oil that is known to be soothing or euphoric.
It decreases heart palpitations, hypertension, anxiety and anger.
In short, it makes you zen and puts you in a good mood.
But even better than that! Ylang-ylang essential oil has a particularity:it has the reputation of being an aphrodisiac.
Its scent works as a powerful sexual stimulant.
Bewitching, it helps awaken a sluggish libido.
In massage, it treats frigidity, and even impotence, so to speak.
Beyond being a renowned aphrodisiac, it is an effective antispasmodic of the uterine muscle, useful for soothing the pain associated with premenstrual syndrome.
Let's not forget its antiseptic properties either.
Like we said, hair loves it too. It gives them shine and promotes their growth.
It is used pure in direct application on the skin or diluted in a vegetable oil (sweet almond oil or apricot kernel oil).
In external use, it will be used in frictions, in massages or diluted in the bath.
If internal use is preferred, a diffuser will be used.
If you have trouble sleeping, this grandmother's remedy should be of interest to you.
For better sleep, take a dab of your night cream.
Add just 1 drop of ylang-ylang essential oil. Mix.
Apply your cream avoiding the eye area.
Note that this recipe is best suited for oily or combination skin.
There are times of the year when you feel sluggish, tired, lacking in energy or desire.
Ylang-ylang essential oil can help you get through this.
Pour 2 tablespoons of sweet almond oil into a cup.
Add 3 drops of ylang-ylang essential oil. Mix.
Massage your plexus or back with this mixture for 5 min.
To release all tension before going to bed, take a relaxing bath with a few drops of ylang-ylang essential oil.
Try this recipe:
Run a hot bath. Put 150 g of powdered green clay in it. Pour in 1 liter of milk.
Add 150 g of honey then 15 drops of ylang-ylang essential oil.
Stir the water to mix. In a muslin bag, put 250 g of bran. Close it.
Immerse him in the bath. Take your bath for at least 20 minutes.
You will find ylang-ylang essential oil in organic stores, pharmacies or on the internet.
We recommend this one, which is organic and has good reviews:
