Ylang-ylang flower essential oil is a precious essential oil that has been used for centuries for its medicinal and cosmetic properties. It is extracted from the flowers of a tropical tree called Cananga odorata. Ylang-ylang flower essential oil has a strong floral scent and is known for its relaxing, antidepressant, antibacterial and antifungal properties. It is also used to treat skin problems, sleep disorders and anxiety.

Features :
Extraction method: Steam distillation
Appearance: Mobile liquid
Color: Pale yellow to yellow-brown
Odor: Characteristic; floral note
Flash point: 93°C
Density (20°C): 0.923-0.929
Rotatory power: -55/-40°C
Refractive index (20°C): 1.505-1.511

Properties and traditional uses :
- Well-being, fragrances, skin and hair care, stress, sexual stimulant.
- Fragrance
- Antimicrobial
- Antibacterial
- Antifungal
- Relaxing
- Regenerating - Antioxidant
- Aphrodisiac

Main components:
- Germacrene D: 13 - 28
- β-caryophyllene: 10 - 17% (in %)
- Geranyl acetate: 5.6 - 12 % (E,E)
- (E,E)-α-farnecene: 5 - 11.5
- Benzyl benzoate: 6 - 10% (E,E)
- Linalool: 4 - 9.5% (E,E)

Properties :
Antibacterial
Antifungal
Anti-inflammatory
Antioxidant
Antiviral
Soothing
Relaxing
Aphrodisiac

Safety data :
- Frequency of use considerations: NA
- Maximum daily quantity recommended for internal use: NA
- Maximum daily quantity recommended for external use: NA

Precautions for use :
- Allergens
The following components are listed in the annexes to EC Directive 1223 / 2009 and EU Regulation 2015 / 1190:
Geraniol
Linalool
Farnesol
Benzyl benzoate
Benzyl salicylate
- Pregnant women
- Infants

Instructions for use:
- For external use, dilute ylang-ylang flower essential oil in vegetable oil at a ratio of 1 drop of essential oil to 10 drops of vegetable oil. Apply the mixture to the desired area and massage gently.
- For internal use, consult a health professional.

Warnings:
- Do not take ylang-ylang flower essential oil orally without the advice of a health care practitioner.
- Avoid contact with eyes and mucous membranes.
- Do not use on children under 6 years of age, pregnant or breastfeeding women, or people with sensitivities or allergies.
- Keep out of reach of children.

Storage :
- Store ylang-ylang flower essential oil in a cool, dark place, away from light and heat.
- Use ylang-ylang flower essential oil within 12 months of opening.