Ylang Ylang Essential Oil
$11.99
10 ml
Two drops with Rosemary in Argan: a scented pre-wash hair oil, twice a week.
A little Ylang Ylang under Bergamot and Grapefruit: a bright, floral scent for the living room.
Two drops in Jojoba with Frankincense: a warm floral body oil for massage or the bath.
Ylang Ylang with Patchouli in Jojoba: a warm, exotic perfume oil, enough for two roll-ons.
What it's for
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- Mix. 2 Ylang Ylang + 5 Rosemary in 30 ml Argan
- Massage. Into the scalp for 3 to 5 minutes
- Wash. After 30 minutes, twice a week
- Drop. 2 Ylang Ylang + 3 Bergamot + 1 Grapefruit
- Diffuse. In the living room or hallway
- Air. 30 to 60 minutes, then open a window
- Mix. 2 Ylang Ylang + 7 Frankincense in 30 ml Jojoba
- Massage. Warm a little in your hands first
- Bath. 1 tbsp of the mix in running water
- Mix. 3 Ylang Ylang + 3 Patchouli in 20 ml Jojoba
- Roll. Split into two 10 ml roll-ons
- Rest. Leave it a day so the scent blends
Ylang Ylang Essential Oil
Often bought together
Pairs well with Ylang Ylang
The routine, step by step
Ylang Ylang & Rosemary hair oil
30 ml · about 1.2% scent
Use it safely. Mix into a carrier oil and patch test on your inner arm 24 hours first. Keep away from eyes, children and pets. Ylang ylang can make skin sensitive: keep it to 0.8% in perfume and 0.4% in body and hair oils. Diffuse only a few drops: the scent is strong. Ask your doctor if pregnant or breastfeeding. The citrus oils are for diffusing; on skin, avoid sun for 12 hours.
What you need
- 2 drops Ylang Ylang Comes with the routines
- 5 drops Rosemary Comes with the routines
- 30 ml (2 tbsp) Argan Comes with the routines
You'll also need
- A bottle with a nozzle or dropper
- A towel
Steps
- Pour 30 ml of Argan into a nozzle bottle.
- Add 2 drops of Ylang Ylang and 5 of Rosemary. Close and shake.
- Part dry hair in sections and apply along each parting.
- Massage into the scalp with your fingertips for 3 to 5 minutes.
- Leave for 30 minutes, then shampoo twice. Twice a week is plenty.
- Patch test on your inner arm 24 hours before the first use.
With the Complete for a softer one, use 4 drops Lavender and 3 drops Cedarwood with 2 drops of Ylang Ylang in 30 ml argan.
With the Collection for a lighter oil, use 30 ml jojoba with 3 drops Rose Geranium and 2 drops of Ylang Ylang.
The routine, step by step
Fresh home diffuser blend
One diffuser fill · 30 to 60 minutes
Use it safely. Mix into a carrier oil and patch test on your inner arm 24 hours first. Keep away from eyes, children and pets. Ylang ylang can make skin sensitive: keep it to 0.8% in perfume and 0.4% in body and hair oils. Diffuse only a few drops: the scent is strong. Ask your doctor if pregnant or breastfeeding. The citrus oils are for diffusing; on skin, avoid sun for 12 hours.
What you need
- 2 drops Ylang Ylang Comes with the routines
- 3 drops Bergamot Comes with the routines
- 1 drop Grapefruit Comes with the routines
You'll also need
- An ultrasonic diffuser
- Water to the diffuser's fill line
Steps
- Fill the diffuser with water to the line.
- Add 2 drops of Ylang Ylang, 3 of Bergamot and 1 of Grapefruit.
- Switch it on in the living room or hallway.
- After 30 to 60 minutes, switch it off and open a window.
- For a stronger scent, add a drop of Bergamot, not more Ylang Ylang: it takes over fast.
With the Complete make a woodier blend with 2 drops Mandarin and 2 drops Cedarwood plus 2 drops of Ylang Ylang.
With the Collection a softer evening blend with 2 drops Frankincense and 2 drops Sandalwood plus 1 drop of Ylang Ylang.
The routine, step by step
Ylang Ylang & Frankincense body oil
30 ml · about 1.5% scent
Use it safely. Mix into a carrier oil and patch test on your inner arm 24 hours first. Keep away from eyes, children and pets. Ylang ylang can make skin sensitive: keep it to 0.8% in perfume and 0.4% in body and hair oils. Diffuse only a few drops: the scent is strong. Ask your doctor if pregnant or breastfeeding. The citrus oils are for diffusing; on skin, avoid sun for 12 hours.
What you need
- 2 drops Ylang Ylang Comes with the routines
- 7 drops Frankincense Comes with the routines
- 30 ml (2 tbsp) Jojoba Comes with the routines
You'll also need
- A small glass bottle or jar
- A pipette or funnel
Steps
- Pour 30 ml of Jojoba into a clean glass bottle.
- Add 2 drops of Ylang Ylang and 7 of Frankincense. Close and shake.
- For a massage, warm a teaspoon between your hands before it goes on skin.
- For a bath, stir a tablespoon of the mixed oil into the running water. Never drop essential oils straight into bath water: they float on top.
- Patch test on your inner arm 24 hours before the first use.
With the Complete make a second oil: 30 ml jojoba with 6 drops Sandalwood and 3 drops Egyptian Geranium plus 2 drops of Ylang Ylang.
With the Collection for a lighter oil, use 30 ml argan with 6 drops Mandarin and 2 drops of Ylang Ylang.
The routine, step by step
Ylang Ylang & Patchouli roll-on perfume
20 ml · two roll-ons · about 1.5% scent
Use it safely. Mix into a carrier oil and patch test on your inner arm 24 hours first. Keep away from eyes, children and pets. Ylang ylang can make skin sensitive: keep it to 0.8% in perfume and 0.4% in body and hair oils. Diffuse only a few drops: the scent is strong. Ask your doctor if pregnant or breastfeeding. The citrus oils are for diffusing; on skin, avoid sun for 12 hours.
What you need
- 3 drops Ylang Ylang Comes with the routines
- 3 drops Patchouli Comes with the routines
- 20 ml (4 tsp) Jojoba Comes with the routines
You'll also need
- Two 10 ml glass roll-on bottles
- A small funnel or pipette
Steps
- Pour 20 ml of Jojoba into a small glass jug or beaker.
- Add 3 drops of Ylang Ylang and 3 of Patchouli. Stir gently.
- Pour into two 10 ml roll-on bottles and press the roller balls in.
- Leave it for a day so the scent blends.
- Roll onto wrists and behind the ears. Patch test on your inner arm 24 hours before the first use.
With the Complete make a softer pair: 20 ml jojoba with 4 drops Sandalwood and 3 drops Mandarin plus 3 drops of Ylang Ylang.
With the Collection a greener pair: 20 ml jojoba with 3 drops Egyptian Geranium and 2 drops Cedarwood plus 3 drops of Ylang Ylang.
Why Gya
| Feature | Gya Labs Ylang Ylang | Cananga oil | Ylang ylang fragrance oil |
|---|---|---|---|
| Plant | Cananga odorata | Another variety of the same tree | Usually none: a synthetic blend |
| Scent | Rich, sweet and floral | Woodier and less sweet | Varies |
| Made for | Perfume, hair and body oils, diffusing | Soap | Candles, air fresheners |
Product details
- Botanical name
- Cananga odorata
- Method
- Steam-distilled from the flowers
- Origin
- Madagascar
Ylang Ylang is also used for
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About hair & scalp oil
How often should I use it?
Twice a week, before you wash your hair.
Why only 2 drops of ylang ylang?
It's strong and can make skin sensitive, so oils that sit on the scalp keep it at 0.4% or less. 2 drops in 30 ml is just over 0.3%.
Will it make my hair greasy?
Only until you wash it. Argan rinses out with shampoo.
About fresh home scent
Can I make a room spray with it?
Yes: 10 drops of the blend in 100 ml of water with a tablespoon of witch hazel or vodka, shaken before each use. Avoid spraying on wood and fabrics.
Is it safe to diffuse around pets?
Diffuse in a ventilated room for 30 to 60 minutes, and make sure your pet can leave the room. Ask your vet first for cats and birds.
About massage & bath
Can I add ylang ylang straight to my bath?
No. Essential oils don't mix with water and sit on top in neat drops. Mix them into a carrier oil first, then add a tablespoon of the mix.
Why only 2 drops of ylang ylang?
It can make skin sensitive, so body oils keep it at 0.4% or less. 2 drops in 30 ml is just over 0.3%.
Will the bath be slippery?
A little. Rinse the tub after and take care getting out.
About perfume & roll-on blends
Why so few drops?
Ylang ylang is strong and can make skin sensitive, so perfume keeps it at 0.8% or less. 3 drops in 20 ml is 0.75%.
Why make two at once?
It keeps the amount right: one drop less or more makes a big difference in a single 10 ml bottle. Keep one in your bag.
Can I make a spray instead?
Yes. Mix the same drops into perfumer's alcohol or vodka instead of Jojoba, and shake before each use.
Everything else
Which ylang ylang is this?
Cananga odorata flowers from Madagascar. Cananga oil, from another variety of the same tree, smells woodier and less sweet.
Can I put it straight on my skin?
No. Mix it into a carrier oil first, at the small amounts in these recipes, and patch test on your inner arm 24 hours before.
Is there a bigger bottle?
Yes, 118 ml. If you diffuse it most days, it works out much cheaper per drop than the 10 ml.
Which size should I pick?
Most people pick Complete. Routines over $50 ship free, and over $75 they also get a free Eucalyptus. The Starter is the three items one recipe needs; the Collection adds two more.
Do I save when I buy more than one?
Yes, on everything in your cart: 2 items 10% off, 3 to 5 items 15% off, 6 or more 20% off. It's applied automatically.
When does my order ship free?
When the products in your cart come to $50 or more after discounts. A free Eucalyptus is added at $75 and a free Lemon at $95. Shipping Protection doesn't count toward these.
What if I don't like it?
Love it or your money back within 30 days.