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A tropical tree which can reach a height of about 100 feet (30 m). The branches are gracefully arched like the weeping willow, bearing large, oval shiny leaves and an abundance of intensely fragrant yellow blooms which appear constantly. Ylang ylang is native to tropical Asia, though most of the oil is produced in Madagascar, Reunion and the Comoros Islands.
Extraction Method
Steam distillation of the flowers. There are several grades of the oil: ylang ylang extra, and ylang ylang one, two and three. There is also a 'complete' oil. Most aromatherapists favour the 'extra' grade which is collected from the first running of the distillation process: the plant material is distilled two or three more times to obtain the subsequent grades. The 'complete' oil is supposedly the unfractionated product which is collected at the end of an uninterrupted distillation. Often, however, it is a reconstructed product comprising the less expensive ylang ylang fractions one, two and three.
Nature of the Oil
A pale yellow liquid. The aroma is intensely sweet and floral, reminiscent of almonds and jasmine combined. The odour effect is warming and intoxicating; a reputed aphrodisiac.
Other florals, black pepper, citrus essences, frankincense, geranium, vetiver.
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Cautions
Generally regarded as non-irritant. However, it can provoke sensitisation reactions in some people. Use in low concentrations of around 1 per cent.
Additional Information
Founded in 1984 in the Trinity Mountains of north central California, Aura Cacia is a leading manufacturer of 100% pure and natural essential oils and quality aromatherapy products.
Aura Cacia offers more than 80 essential oils that create moods such as relaxation, rejuvenation and sensuality.
Essential oils from Aura Cacia are 100% pure botanical oils without any added water, alcohol or other diluting agents. These aromatic oils are generally steam-distilled from herbs, fruits and flowers. Citrus fruit essential oils are cold-expressed.
No animals are used to test Aura Cacia products. The products are biodegradable.
These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA). Products are intended to support general well being and are not intended to treat, diagnose, mitigate, prevent, or cure any condition or disease. If conditions persist, please seek advice from your medical doctor. The essence of the current American rule on Traditional Uses is, as stated by FTC, "Claims based on historical or traditional use should be substantiated by confirming scientific evidence, or should be presented in such a way that consumers understand that the sole basis for the claim is a history of use of the product for a particular purpose."
