Top Benefits of Natural Ylang Ylang Essential Oil
Ylang Ylang Essential Oil, is one of the most pleasingly smelling essential oils. The scent which it carries is such attractive that it made it regularly used by the globally acclaimed perfume brand- Chanel No. 5. The aromatic properties are not the only feature of Ylang Ylang Essential Oil, actually, it is attributed to a lot more.
A Quick History of Ylang Ylang Flower
Scientifically known as Cananga Odorata, it appears to be a large yellow flower, that grows on Ylang Ylang Tree. The floral, and sweet, scent of this flower has led it toward earnings its name- Ylang Ylang, that means "Flower of Flowers". To produce essential oil of Ylang Ylang, the flowers are steam distilled.
Ylang Ylang essential oil carries abundance of health benefits for all those who look for natural healing remedy for several problems. Some of the common uses of this essential oil are in:-
- Cosmetics
- Food and beverages (as a preservative)
- Fragrances
- Hair products
- Household cleaners
- Soaps
Benefits of Ylang Ylang Essential Oil
Ylang Ylang Essential Oil is a naturally Aphrodisiac, Sedative, Antidepressant and Antiseptic oil that is famous for its several properties. In order to have pleasing aroma in a place, using it in nebulizing essential oil diffuser is undoubtedly considered the best choice. Through diffusers, the oil releases a sweet and flowery fragrance that makes the room smell clean by eliminating bad odor.
Some most known benefits of Ylang Ylang Essential Oil are discussed below:-
Uplifts Mood: The antidepressant compounds of this essential oil, aids in relaxing a body. Just sit calm, with eyes closed in the room where fragrance of Ylang Ylang is spread, feel the joy and experience reduction in depression, anxiety & stress.
Helps The Heart: Having anti-inflammator medicinal property, this oil improves the blood flow, and helps in controlling the blood pressure, along with supporting circulatory system.
Heals Wounds: When applied on cuts & wounds, this oil with its antiseptic properties keeps the infections at bay, soothes pain and promotes healing.
Builds Romance: As an aphrodisiac, this essential oil greatly helps in those "Good Times", that are enjoyed in a bedroom, with the loved one. The Ylang Ylang Essential Oil carries such properties that it increases libido of both men and women.
Apart from the benefits that are discussed earlier, here we are going to tell you about some more properties and uses of this essential oil:-
- A few drops of this oil on wrist work as a perfume that calms and soothes the mind throughout the day.
- When mixed with coconut oil, and applied to hair, it works as a deep conditioning mask.
- Using it with steam, releases the toxins and opens the pore that makes skin appear bright and clear.
- To rejuvenate skin while you sleep, the oil is highly recommended to be used by mixing with the night cream.
