Ylang-ylang means “the flower of flowers”. It has a sweet, exotic scent and is widely known for its aphrodisiac action. At the same time, it is known for fighting stress, wrinkles and premature aging.
Beauty
• Ideal for facial care and mature skin
• Good for mixed skin as it has the power to equalize the secretions of the facial skin glands
• Reduces wrinkles
• Ideal for dry hair
Body
• Helps to ease the pain of menstrual cramps
• Relieves muscular tension, back pains and sciatica
Mind and spirit
• Helps to ward off anxiety and stress after a difficult day
• Can be used as an aphrodisiac
Safety instructions:
Avoid eye contact. Rinse thoroughly should the essential oils reach the eye area.
Do not eat unless advised by doctor, pharmacist or trained aromatherapist.
Do not use undiluted on skin.
Test for allergic reactions.
When using citrus essential oils, avoid the sun or solarium for 12 hours.
When pregnant or during lactation, consult your doctor before using any essential oil.
Be careful when using on kids under 12 years old.
Aromatherapy:
• For stress, tension and insomnia: add 5 drops to room deodorizer.
• For stress, tension and insomnia: add 6 drops to bathwater, or alternatively 3 drops of ylang ylang and 3 drops of lavender.
• To put you in a sensuous, romantic mood: add 3 drops of ylank-ylang along with 2 drops of patchouli and 4 drops of a 5% jasmine solution to the room deodorizer.
• As a rejuvenating beauty oil for the hair and face: Add 15 drops to 50 ml of jojba oil. Use as a facial oil to nourish the skin. Ideal for mature and dry complexion but also as a hair mask to moisten and add sheen to the hair.
• For a sense of calm and relaxation after a difficult day: rub 2 drops onto the inside of your wrists.
• As a hair tonic: sprinkle 2 drops onto a brush before brushing your hair.
Dermo-cosmetics
