Ylang Ylang (cananga odorata) is very exotic, sweet, heavy and floral. The oil is usually distilled from the yellow blooms although this plant has a variety of pink and mauve flowers as well. Ylang Ylang is native to Indonesia, the Philippines and the islands of Tahiti, Seychelles and Madagascar. Flowers of flowers', 'the perfume tree' and 'a crown in the East' are some of the names given to this flower.

The Indonesians graced the bed spreads with Ylang Ylang petals on their wedding night for it is believed that the aphrodisiac qualities of the essential oil can bring joy and love to the newlyweds. Ylang Ylang is the essential oil associated with passionate desire. The sensual feelings the oil arouses swiftly ascend through inhalation to greet the master pituitary gland and enhance romantic ideals. Creating an atmosphere of expectation, sensitivity, and trust can enhance your beliefs about your worthiness of being embraced and loved. This versatile, entrancing oil uplifts you spiritually and calms you with ease.

Uses of Ylang Ylang Oil:

• The oil is used to make flower tea to keep malaria and typhoid at bay.
• Ylang Ylang oil is beneficial to those with asthma; it is calming, eases anger, anxiety, shock, panic and makes the body feel warm and sensuous.
• The oil's aroma is also used for inhaling purposes as it softens fixed opinions, mental attitudes, eases communication with others and it is perfect for alleviating anxieties.
• The oil balances sebum production and is good for oily, dry and matured skin.
• This soothing, enchanting essence has a serene, relaxing effect that eases your heart. The aroma inspires you spiritually and is gratifying its physical action calms your adrenal glands.
• Psychologically, Ylang ylang oil can be used to treat nervous conditions such as chronic anxiety, depression and shock. It has a calming effect on the nervous system and can aid in the treatment of various nervous conditions when blended with other essential oils.
• Mixed with carrier oils such as Grape Seed and Wheat Germ oils, it can be massaged directly onto your skin. This may provide the curative effects you are looking for after the hectic schedule of the life you live in metropolitans.