Scientific Name: Cananga odorata

Country of Origin: China

Synonyms: Unona odorantissimum, flower of flowers

Plant Family: Annonaceae

Plant Parts Used: Flowers

Extraction Method: Distillation – Ylang I is the lightest and first to distill off in the process.

Physical Characteristics: Extra pale yellow, oily liquid.

Dominant Note(s): Middle to base.

Aroma: Sweet, floral exotic and heavy.

Main Constituents: Methyl benzoate, methyl salicylate, methyl para-cretol, benzyl acetate, eugenol, geraniol, linalol, and terpenes: pinene, cadinene among others

Blends With: Bergamot, Citronella, Grapefruit, Jasmine, Lavender, Lemon, Melissa, Neroli, Orange, Patchouli, Rose, Rosewood, Sandalwood and Verbena

Safety Precautions: Non-toxic, Non-irritant, few cases of sensitization reported. Use in moderation can cause headaches.

Very strong floral scent. Exotic.
Calming, uplifting and reputed aphrodisiac.
Used for both oily and dry skin due its balancing action.
Tonic for scalp and hair.