GC/MS Report Archives
- YYL-101
- YYL-102
- YYL-103
| Specifics | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Country of Origin: | Madagascar | Extraction Method: | Steam Distilled |
| Chemical Families: | Esters, Monoterpenols, Sesquiterpenes | Plant Parts: | Flowers |
| Cultivations: | Distiller is Certified Organic | Botanical Families: | Annonaceae |
| Aromas: | Balsamic, Exotic and Sensual, Floral, Sweet | Notes: | Middle/Base |
Personal Experience, Research, Possible Actions
It can be added to cream as a beautiful moisturizing agent and is generally good in skin care blends. You only need a drop or two in 1 oz of carrier. One drop in your bath is plenty given the powerful sweet, floral aroma.
Good results reducing anxiety! A very simple blend of Ylang Ylang and Lavender (Lavandula angustifolia) is wonderful for supporting sleep, especially for those with a busy mind!
The African distiller of this essential oil has been in business since 1983 working with rural communities and emerging farmers to establish crops specifically for essential oils. He concentrates primarily on organic essential oils. His company works directly with farmers supplying the distillation units. He is also involved with farmers and distillers in Madagascar, Rwanda, Zambia and other African countries.
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Therapeutic Properties
- Analgesic - numbs pain
- Antidepressant - can help to prevent and alleviate depression
- Anti-inflammatory - alleviates inflammation
- Antiseptic - assists in fighting germs/infections
- Cooling -will cool a hot, inflamed area
- Nervine - supports the nervous system: strengthens, restores, eases
- Sedative - reduces activity, calming
- Tonic - strengthens and restores vitality
- Hypotensive - lowers high blood pressure
Emotional and Energetic Qualities
Relaxes
Encourages feelings of euphoria
Helps one to experience pleasure and joy
Promotes sensual awakening
Recipe
Tachycardia (rapid heart beat) Relief
6 drops Ylang Ylang
1 drop Lavender
1 drop Neroli
Blend into 1 oz of cream or carrier oil. Apply to chest, over the heart, when symptoms occur.
References:
1. Battaglia S. The Complete Guide to Aromatherapy. 2nd edition, The International Centre of Holistic Aromatherapy, Australia, 2003
2. Davis P. Aromatherapy an A-Z. New revised edition C.W. Daniel Company Limited, England, 1999
3. Keville, K. Aromatherapy, A Complete Guide to the Healing Art, The Crossing press, USA, 1995
4. Mojay G. Aromatherapy for Healing the Spirit, Henry Holt and Company Inc., England, 1996
5. Price S. Aromatherapy for Health Professionals, 2nd edition, Churchill Livingstone, 1999
6. Schnaubelt K. Advanced Aromatherapy, The Science of Essential Oil Therapy, Healing Arts Press, USA, 1998
7. Tisserand R. The Art of Aromatherapy, Healing Arts Press, USA, 1977
Safety
May cause skin irritation. May be sensitizing. Use in low dilution when applying to the skin, such as in bath or massage oils. Do not use on inflamed skin or on dermatitis. Do not use with someone who has low blood pressure as it is used to lower blood pressure.
