{"product_id":"ylang-ylang","title":"Ylang Ylang 1st Grade","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBotanical Name\u003c\/strong\u003e: \u003cem\u003eCananga odorata\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBotany and\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eOrigins\u003c\/strong\u003e: Ylang Ylang originates from South East Asia, although it is now native in Burma, Malaysia, Papua New Guinea and other Pacific Islands. It was introduced to the tropical countries of Africa, Asia, the Caribbean and the French colonies of the Indian Ocean. The essential oil is primarily produced in Indonesia and Madagascar, with smaller amounts from Reunion, Comoros Islands and the Philippines. It is a fast-growing, tall evergreen tree. It bears numerous, large, yellow-green, strongly scented flowers. It flowers all year round. However, the main flower harvests are in the early dry season.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMethod of Extraction\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003eYlang Ylang oil is produced by steam and water distillation of the freshly picked flowers. It is carried out in small stills since the flowers would suffer considerably by the weight and pressure of a heavy charge of flowers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCultivation\u003c\/strong\u003e: Conventional\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHistorical and Traditional Uses\u003c\/strong\u003e: Ylang Ylang has long been considered one of the most important essential oils in perfumery. The higher grades are generally used in perfumes while the lower grades are used for soaps and detergents. In Java, the flowers are strewn on the bridal bed of newly weds and the oil is blended with coconut oil to alleviate skin conditions, and as a base in cosmetics and hair care products. It was the main ingredient in Macassar hair dressing, popular in Victorian England.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePharmacology and Clinical Studies\u003c\/strong\u003e: Ylang Ylang oil is reported to exhibit good antibacterial properties against Staphylococcus aureus. It was found to be one of the most popular choices of essential oils in a clinical trial using essential oils to control epileptic seizures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIndications\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCirculatory System\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e: It is recommended for treating palpitations and reducing high blood pressure.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNervous System\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e: Ylang Ylang is known for its ability to slow down over rapid breathing and over rapid heart beat. These symptoms are usually associated with shock, anxiety and anger. The oil is renowned as an antidepressant and is particularly beneficial for treating nervous depression, feelings of anger, rage and frustration. It is commonly classified as an aphrodisiac. This is undoubtedly due to its ability to reduce stress and anxiety, often associated with sexual inadequacy.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReproductive System\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e: Ylang Ylang has proven beneficial for treating PMS, especially associated with extreme mood swings that occur just before the onset of menstruation. For this purpose, it is recommended to blend Ylang Ylang with Clary Sage and Neroli to be used in a bath, massage oil or in a vaporiser.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSkin Care\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e: Added to a skin care preparation, it is beneficial in softening and balancing the moisture in the skin. It is recommended in hair care to treat spilt ends. It can be used in a shampoo base or massaged into the tips of the hair after shampooing with a base oil such as apricot kernel or jojoba oil. It is recommended for dry and oily skin, and is reputed to have a balancing action on sebum production.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSafety\u003c\/strong\u003e: Ylang Ylang oil is non-toxic, non-irritating and non-sensitising. 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