Ylang-Ylang Oil

Small aromatherapy studies suggest calming/blood-pressure effects; preliminary.

Benefits

Calming aromatic
mood and relaxation
traditional perfumery

Key compounds

Linaloolbenzyl acetategermacrene

May help with

Stress
anxiety
low mood

Best for these goals

Calmrelaxationmood

How to use it

Diffused; diluted topical; perfumery

Evidence level

Limited

Cautions & interactions

EXTERNAL/AROMATIC USE ONLY — do not ingest essential oils without professional guidance; many are toxic if swallowed. Always dilute in a carrier oil before skin contact; do a patch test. Keep away from children and pets. Can cause headache/nausea in high concentrations. Skin sensitization possible.

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