Ylang Ylang 3rd

Botanical name: Cananga odorata

Origin: Madagascar

Common name: Ylang ylang 3rd

Plant part: Flower

Extraction method: Steam distilled

Common uses: Ylang ylang has traditionally been used for its calming and balancing properties.

Note: Middle

Strength of aroma: Strong

Aromatic scent: Sweet, exotic, floral aroma.

Cautions: Non-toxic, non-irritating and non-sensitising. Avoid during pregnancy

POINT OF INTEREST: Ylang Ylang Oil Blends.

Ylang Ylang grows in the spice islands of Madagascar and is steam extracted from fresh flower petals with the yellow petals are said to give the best oil.

The time taken for the extraction to take place determines the aroma of the oil.

Extra: This is the first pressing which is said to be the most delicate quality. It has the lightest and sweetest aroma.

1st: A little deeper in aroma than the extra but still very sweet.

2nd: Deeper still in aroma, less sweet and more medicinal and deep.

3rd: Much deeper aroma with middle to base note properties and potent medicinal like-aromatic notes.

Complete: The combination of all of the above, the best, true representation of the flower.

For external use only.