February Oil of the Month - Ylang Ylang

Each month we focus on using an oil every day to help us in accomplishing our goals. For February this year, we will be focusing on an exotic and emotionally balancing oil that may just bring some peace to your inner chaos. Join us in choosing a method of application and simply getting this oil on and around you every day in February! My goal is to use up an entire bottle for my personal use!

Ylang Ylang Essential Oil

Nickname: The Dragon Tamer

Description: Meaning flower of flowers, Ylang Ylang essential oil has a sweet, romantic aroma and moisturizing properties, making it a key ingredient in many luxury skin and hair products. It was historically used to adorn a newly married couple’s bed on the wedding night. The flowers are picked early in the morning to maximize oil yield and the highest quality oil comes from the first distillation known as ylang ylang complete. Known for reducing stress, some find it beneficial for blood pressure regulation and other symptoms of high stress.

Home: Ecuador, Madagascar

Some Key Constituents: Germacrene D, (E,E)-Alpha-Farnesene,

Application:

  • Diffuse for emotional support, particularly when battling low self-esteem and confidence
  • Diffuse at night to remove emotional blocks and set the mood in the bedroom for intimacy
  • Apply to the wrists for a stabilizing, peaceful energy
  • Add a few drops to unscented body wash or epsom salts in your bath for a luxurious soak
  • Add it to your daily moisturizer to support radiant skin
  • Add to shampoo or create a hair spray or mask to promote thick, glossy hair
  • Apply over the heart to reduce stress and encourage healthy blood pressure

You can also find Ylang Ylang in:

ART Renewal Serum, Awaken, Dragon Time Shower Gel, Dragon Time Massage Oil, Aroma Life, Gentle Baby, Inner Child, Release, SARA, Wolfberry Eye Cream, and many more blends and products!

Ylang Ylang. How do you use it and why do you love it? Are you ready to see what impact it has when used daily?