Sensual, balancing and uplifting Historically regarded as a natural aphrodisiac Often used in hair care to help promote growth and shine Species: Cananga odorata Origin: Madagascar Extraction Process: Steam distillation Ylang Ylang Organic essential oil has an exremely attractive fragrance when used on its own - although if used too strongly the perfume can be overbearing and may occasionally cause headaches in a small percentage of people. Always use well diluted in one of Amphora's wide range of Carrier Oils or Base Preparations for skin application (to a maximum of 1%). Ylang Ylang Essential Oil comes from a small tropical tree whose name means 'Flower of Flowers' and is regarded as a natural aphrodisiac.