Ylang Ylang

The name Ylang-Ylang means, “flower of flowers.” Believed to have antidepressant, aphrodisiac, antiseptic, calming, euphoric, and sedative properties. It creates feelings of equilibrium in the body. It’s a sexual tonic. It can activate the lover instinct with couples. This helps the mood rise to an enjoyable experience. Found effective in reducing sexual difficulties, resulting from anxiety, depression and stress. 

Herbal uses

Ylang-Ylang has the ability to help ease depression and offers relaxation to the body and soul. It helps push away anxiety and sadness and has a very uplifting effect on the mood. It induces feelings of joy and hope. Can be a very effective treatment for those undergoing a nervous breakdown or acute depression. This oil sedates or calms nervous afflictions, shock, stress, anger, and even panic.

It has the ability to induce a relaxing feeling and helps encourage feelings of well being and euphoria.As a sedative it helps well with insomnia. This essential oil is a booster of health for your nerves. It strengthens the nervous system and restores it from damages. Has the ability to reduce stress on nerves and protects them. This is a wonderful essential oil for nervous disorders.

The essential oil of Ylang-Ylang mixes well with Bergamot, Clary Sage, Grapefruit, Lavender, and Sandlewood. Use in moderation, some cases of sensitivity, nausea, and headaches have been observed . Avoid use on damaged or very sensitive skin may cause irritation. This oil is very effective for lowering blood pressure. It should be avoided if you have a history of low-blood pressure.