What is Pranarom Organic Ylang-ylang totum Essential Oil used for?
Native to Asia, this tropical tree with glossy, evergreen leaves grows up to 20 meters tall in the wild. The yellow flowers, when fully mature, produce the finest essential oil. Ylang-ylang provides an essential oil whose fragrance is universally appreciated for its warm, floral, exotic, rounded, and feminine notes. It’s hardly surprising that it’s among the essential oils that, when inhaled, can influence human behavior.
Traditionally renowned for its:
- antidepressant, sedative, and nerve-relaxing
- hypotensive, antiarrhythmic
- sexual tonic, aphrodisiac
- antispasmodic
Pranarom’s Totum Organic Ylang-Ylang Essential Oil stands out for its powerfulsedative and anxiolytic properties, supported by clinical studies. When used via inhalation, this oil has demonstrated a remarkable ability to reduce stress, as evidenced by a decrease in blood cortisol levels. This effect also extends to blood pressure regulation, offering a significant benefit for patients with hypertension. When applied to the skin, it can lower heart and respiratory rates, offering a natural and effective approach to stress management. Ylang-ylang essential oil works by promoting overall relaxation of the body and mind, easing tension, and providing a sense of well-being and euphoria.
In addition to its sedative effects, ylang-ylang essential oil plays a crucial role asa natural repellent against mosquitoes, particularly those that carry dengue fever. Although its insecticidal and ovicidal effects are moderate, it remains an effective and natural means of prevention against these disease vectors. Furthermore, its effectiveness as a cardiac sedative is particularly well-known. When inhaled, it reduces symptoms of tachycardia and palpitations and lowers blood pressure, thereby contributing to better cardiovascular balance.
Ylang-ylang oil also possesses antimicrobial properties, effective against Gram-positive bacteria, and is recognized for itsantifungal action, particularly against pathogens such as Aspergillus and Candida. Its effect on regulating skin sebum makes it a preferred ingredient in skincare products, particularly for those seeking to balance their sebum production and maintain healthy, radiant skin.
This essential oil also offers a wide range of therapeutic benefits. It is effective at unblocking the cardio-respiratory plexus, particularly in cases of diaphragmatic blockage, and possesses balancingantispasmodic properties. Its blood-pressure-lowering and pain-relieving effects provide relief, albeit short-lived. In addition, ylang-ylang oil acts as a tonic for the skin and hair, protecting and revitalizing them. Its aphrodisiac and sexual tonic properties promote overall well-being, while its effect on the autonomic nervous system and its euphoric and antidepressant properties make it a valuable ally in managing mood and mental well-being. Finally, its use diluted to 30% in a vegetable oil for foot massages is recognized in pain management centers, offering a natural and effective approach to pain relief.
We also offerYlang-Ylang Complex Essential Oil from LCA, a laboratory specializing in aromatherapy, at the best price in our online pharmacy.
How to use this essential oil?
Topical use: Always dilute—3 drops of H.E.C.T. + 3 drops of hazelnut carrier oil—and massage into the solar plexus, the inner wrists, or the painful area.
Fragrance ideas:
- Ylang-ylang: 2 ml, cedar or rosewood: 1 ml, in 100 ml of 70° alcohol.
- Add 30 drops of ylang-ylang to 1 liter of wax for your furniture to delicately scent your linens.
All of our organic essential oils are AB-certified (Organic Agriculture and Certisys Control BE-BIO-01), 100% pure, natural, and undiluted. Each has a unique designation, HECT (Chemotyped Essential Oil), intended to characterize them from a botanical and biochemical perspective.
What are the precautions for use?
- Oral use is restricted to therapists
- May cause skin irritation (dermocaustic) when used undiluted.
- Keep out of reach of young children
- Unless otherwise advised by a doctor or pharmacist, do not use during pregnancy or while breastfeeding, or in children under 3 years of age
- Store away from heat and light
- For external use only
Warnings: Essential oils are remarkably potent. Therefore, strictly adhere to the prescribed doses, which are the result of extensive research. Excessive use will not provide any additional therapeutic benefit but may, on the contrary, cause adverse effects.
FAQ – PRANAROM Organic Ylang-Ylang Totum Essential Oil 5 ml
What are the benefits of Totum Ylang-Ylang essential oil?
It is known for its relaxing, aphrodisiac, and balancing properties. It helps relieve stress, promote relaxation, and enhance sensuality.
How should it be used for relaxation and well-being?
Diffuse it (5 to 10 drops in a diffuser for 20 minutes) or use it in a massage (2 drops diluted in a carrier oil and applied to the solar plexus or the nape of the neck).
Can it be used for skin and hair care?
Yes! Add 1 drop to your moisturizer for radiant skin or to your shampoo for shiny, strengthened hair.
Is this essential oil suitable for pregnant women?
It is not recommended for pregnant women in their first trimester or for young children. Always use in moderation.
What is the composition of this essential oil?
Aromatic compounds: Germacrene D, farnesyl acetate, farnesene, benzyl benzoate
Distilled part: flower
Packaging:5 mLbottle