Ylang Ylang oil - cananga odorata flower oil
Ylang Ylang III Essential Oil – Cananga odorata
"Exotically floral, beautifully calming and wonderfully uplifting, Ylang Ylang has been treasured for centuries for its ability to soothe the emotions while nurturing both skin and spirit."
What is Ylang Ylang III?
Ylang Ylang III essential oil is steam distilled from the fresh flowers of Cananga odorata, a tropical evergreen tree native to Indonesia, Madagascar and the Philippines.
The flowers are carefully hand-harvested before being distilled in stages. The "III" refers to the third fraction collected during the distillation process, producing a lighter, softer oil with a beautifully balanced floral aroma that's ideal for everyday aromatherapy and skincare.
Long prized in perfumery and traditional wellness practices, Ylang Ylang has become one of aromatherapy's most cherished floral oils, renowned for encouraging emotional balance while helping care for dry, mature skin.
Why we love it
At Bloom Remedies, Ylang Ylang III is one of our favourite floral oils for creating blends that encourage relaxation while gently uplifting the mood.
Its rich yet beautifully soft aroma helps ease feelings of stress and tension, encouraging a sense of calm, joy and emotional balance. It's often chosen for moments when life feels overwhelming or when simply taking time to slow down and reconnect with yourself.
In skincare, Ylang Ylang is appreciated for its nourishing and balancing properties, helping to support dry, mature or combination skin while leaving the complexion feeling beautifully soft and cared for.
Perfect for...
• Encouraging relaxation and emotional balance
• Helping ease stress and everyday tension
• Lifting low mood and promoting positivity
• Dry, mature or combination skin
• Creating indulgent self-care and wellbeing rituals
Why Marie chose it
"Ylang Ylang is one of those oils that instantly makes a blend feel more luxurious. Its beautiful floral aroma has a wonderful way of helping you slow down and simply breathe a little more deeply. I love using it in blends that encourage relaxation because it brings a real sense of warmth, femininity and emotional comfort, while also being wonderfully nourishing for the skin. It's an oil that helps transform an everyday ritual into something that feels truly restorative."
— Marie Hall, Founder & Aromatherapist
You'll find Ylang Ylang III in...
• Serenity Bath Oil
• Serenity Bath Foam
• Serenity Bath Salts
• Serenity Hand & Body Lotion
• Timeless Repair Serum Gel
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Botanical profile
Botanical name: Cananga odorata
Plant part used: Flowers
Extraction: Steam distilled (III fraction)
Aroma: Rich, sweet, exotic, floral and softly fruity
Blends beautifully with: Bergamot, Sweet Orange, Lavender, Rose Geranium, Patchouli, Cedarwood Atlas, Sandalwood and Frankincense