Ingredient In
^LeAngel, ^LeAssurance, ^LeBaby Me, ^LeBalance, ^LeBelieve, ^LeBeloved, ^LeBenediction, ^LeCandila, ^LeConnection, ^LeEverlasting, ^LeEZ-Traveler, ^LeGood-Nite, ^LeGrateful Heart, ^LeHeart Song, ^LeInner Peace, ^LeKadence, ^LeLetting Go, ^LeMoonlight, ^LeRefresh-Mint, ^LeSanctuary, ^LeTomorrow, ^LeTranquility, ^LeUnity, ^LeVitality, ^LeWhispering Hope, ^LeWisdom

Therapeutic Properties
sedative, antiseptic, aphrodisiac, nervine, antidepressant, calmative

Affinity For
adrenals and thymus nerves heart chakra yin energy

Resonance Plant Family Part of Plant Used
emotional, physical Anonaceae flowers
Application
Ylang is an excellent oil for diffusing. Diluted, it can be worn anywhere on the body.

Aromatic Considerations
The aroma of ylang ylang can bring back feelings of confidence, joy, and peace.

Emotional/Spiritual Aspects
The aromatic focus of ylang ylang is spirituality. It fosters a desire in our souls for deeper and more meaningful communication with heaven. As we develop the emotional, caring, nurturing, intuitive, spiritual side of our natures, many things shift for us. We find that we are able to block or filter the negativity and ‘garbage’ around us. We are better able to focus our thoughts and our drive. One of the behaviors that signals a need for ylang ylang is throwing temper tantrums that, if we are honest with ourselves, have the underlying intent of getting us our own way. Another indication for ylang ylang is sudden loss of interest in work, personal appearance, and even in family members and friends. Ylang ylang may also be helpful for insecurity, low self-esteem, anger, rage, and dare-devil tendencies.

Physical Aspects
ylang balances the male-female energies and hormones in the body by stimulating the adrenals and thymus glands. This can balance sexual energy and bring joy, harmony, and passion to relationships. The hormonal support properties of ylang ylang make it useful for the symptoms of PMS and many other hormone related complaints. Ylang ylang is a uterine tonic. Dilute and apply to the abdomen for this function.

As ylang’s hormonal properties work in conjunction with its nervine properties, ylang ylang becomes exceptionally effective for depression, irritability, anxiety, rapid breathing, heart palpitations, high blood pressure, hypertension, nervous tension, physical and mental exhaustion, nervousness, and insomnia. Ylang ylang is also excellent for routine skin care, more serious skin problems, and hair loss. Ylang ylang is also used to regulate circulation, fight intestinal infections, and alleviate constipation.