INCI Name
Cananga Odorata Flower Oil
Botanical Name
Cananga odorata
Ylang Ylang essential oil is a steam-distilled oil from the fresh flowers of Cananga odorata. Its complex floral aroma, rich in linalool and benzyl acetate, is exotic, sweet, and calming. Commonly used in serums, creams, balms, and hair care, it offers balancing support and a luxurious aromatic profile.
Fragrance, skin-conditioning agent, balancing, hair conditioning
Product Type(s):
Typical Usage Range:
0.1–0.8% in facial care; up to 2% in rinse-off formulations
Provides a sweet, floral, exotic aroma; traditionally valued for balancing oily skin and scalp; supportive calming qualities
Primary Components:
Linalool, germacrene D, benzyl acetate, methyl benzoate, β-caryophyllene, farnesol
Potential sensitizer at higher concentrations; always dilute properly; not recommended for children under 2; use caution in pregnancy (≤0.5%)
Preferred Extraction Method:
Steam-distilled (fractionated into extra, I, II, III grades)
Use cosmetic-grade, steam-distilled; note fraction (Extra, I, II, III) for scent intensity; origin commonly Madagascar or Comoros
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Ylang Ylang Essential Oil
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