Ylang Ylang

Ylang Ylang (Cananga odorata) delivers an intensely sweet, exotic, richly floral aroma with warm, honeyed, tropical undertones - one of the most distinctive and beloved florals in aromatherapy. Steam distilled from the fresh yellow flowers of the ylang ylang tree, this pure essential oil is a middle-to-base note that anchors signature perfume blending, evening body rituals, and DIY botanical body care. Sweeter and more tropical than Jasmine, rounder than Rose - the exotic floral that dominates any blend it enters.

Aromatic Profile

Scent: Intensely sweet, exotically floral with warm, honeyed, tropical undertones

Note: Middle to Base

Strength: Very Strong

Botanical Name: Cananga odorata

Common Name: Ylang Ylang

Plant Part: Flowers

Origin: Madagascar

Extraction Method: Steam distillation

Format: Pure essential oil (undiluted).

Shelf Life: 3-5 years when stored properly in a cool, dark place.

Signature Perfume Blending: A rich, exotic middle note that anchors classical perfume blends - pairs beautifully with citruses, florals, and woody base notes.

Evening Wind-Down Diffusion: Add 2-3 drops to your diffuser for a warm, floral, exotically comforting end-of-day atmosphere. Use sparingly - ylang ylang fills a room quickly.

Special-Occasion Body Ritual: Dilute in a carrier oil for a soft, floral aromatic body ritual for date nights, weddings, and special moments - the exotic floral everyone remembers.

Nourishing Body Oil Blending: Dilute 6 drops per ounce of carrier oil and blend into a botanical body oil for a warm, sweetly floral daily ritual.

Bath Ritual: Add 3-5 drops mixed with carrier oil to warm bathwater for a rich, floral aromatic soak.

DIY Blending Staple: A dominant floral base for signature perfumes, natural body oils, and evening diffuser recipes.

Diffusion: Add 2-3 drops to your diffuser for a warm, sweetly floral atmosphere. Use sparingly - very potent.

Signature Perfume: Blend with Sandalwood, Rose, and Bergamot for a rich botanical perfume.

Topical Use: Dilute 6 drops per ounce of carrier oil (1% dilution) before applying to skin. Always patch test.

Bath Ritual: Add 3-5 drops, well diluted in carrier oil, to warm bathwater.

Nourishing Body Oil: Dilute to 1% and blend into a botanical body oil.

Aromatic Inhalation: Inhale directly from the bottle for a rich, floral aromatic experience.

Blends Well With

Ylang Ylang's rich, exotic aroma creates sophisticated aromatherapy blends with Sandalwood, Rose, Jasmine, Bergamot, Neroli, Frankincense, Patchouli, Cedarwood, Lavender, and Grapefruit.

The Tropical Perfume Blend: Ylang Ylang + Sandalwood + Bergamot.

The Evening Floral Blend: Ylang Ylang + Lavender + Cedarwood.

Dilution Guidelines

Facial Application: 0.5-1% dilution (3-6 drops per ounce of carrier oil)

Body/Massage: 1-2% dilution (6-12 drops per ounce of carrier oil)

Perfume Blending: 5-10 drops per ounce of carrier oil (in Jojoba for shelf life)

Bath: 3-5 drops well diluted in carrier oil before adding to bath

Diffuser: 2-3 drops in water-based diffuser - use sparingly due to potency

Skin Sensitivity: May cause skin irritation, headache, or nausea in sensitive individuals when used at high concentrations. Always use low dilutions.

Pregnancy & Nursing: Not recommended during pregnancy or while nursing. Consult a healthcare provider.

Children: Not for use on or near the face of infants and young children.

Safe Use: Highly concentrated - use sparingly. Always dilute before topical use. Avoid contact with eyes and mucous membranes. Keep out of reach of children. Consult a healthcare provider if under medical care or taking medications. FOR EXTERNAL USE ONLY.