Ylang Ylang Essential Oil Diffuser, Massage, Skin Care

Ylang ylang Essential Oil benefits your health in numerous ways. This floral fragrance is extracted from the yellow flowers of a tropical plant, Ylang ylang (Cananga odorata), native to southeast Asia. This essential oil is obtained by steam distillation and is widely used in many perfumes, flavoring agents, and cosmetics.

Benefits

Reduce blood pressure

Ylang ylang essential oil, when absorbed by the skin, may help lower blood pressure. The oil may help manage hypertension. A study on an experimental group that inhaled a blend of essential oils with ylang-ylang reported having lower levels of stress and blood pressure. In yet another study, ylang ylang essential oil aroma was found to reduce both systolic and diastolic blood pressure levels.

Anti-Inflammatory

Ylang ylang essential oil contains isoeugenol, a compound known for its anti-inflammatory properties. The compound may also help reduce oxidative stress. This process may eventually reduce the risk of chronic diseases, such as cancer or cardiovascular disorders.

Help Treat Rheumatism And Gout

Traditionally, ylang Ylang Oil has been used to treat rheumatism XAn autoimmune disease in which the immune system attacks healthy tissue in the body, causing joint pain, swelling, and stiffness. and goutXA medical condition that occurs when excess uric acid crystalizes in the joints leading to pain, swelling, redness, and tenderness. . There are no scientific studies to back this claim, however. Ylang ylang contains isoeugenol. Isoeugenol was found to have anti-inflammatory and antioxidant activity. In fact, isoeugenol has been suggested as an antiarthritic treatment in mice studies.

Improve Skin And Hair Health

Traditionally, ylang ylang has been used in skin care for treating acne. It has been reported that it can inhibit the activity of bacteria responsible for causing acne.

Uses

Anti-Aging Massage Oil For Skin

Mix 2 drops of the essential oil with 1 tablespoon of the Carrier Oil like coconut or jojoba oils. Gently massage the mixture into the face. Regular use will make the skin soft and supple.

Hair conditioner

Mix the essential oil (3 drops) with the Coconut or jojoba carrier oils (1 tablespoon). Gently massage the mixture into the hair and scalp. Regular use will make your hair shiny and healthy. The antimicrobial properties of the essential oils may help fight dandruff.

Mood Enhancer

Apply a few drops of ylang-ylang essential oil to your wrists and neck to reduce fatigue and improve mood. It also may help in the treatment of acute depression.