Vetiver
Botanical Name: Cananga odorata
Other Varieties:
Obtained By: Steam distillation of flowers with the first distillation being the most potent.
Aromatherapy Note: Middle
Safety & Contraindications: If used for too long at too high of a concentration it can cause nausea and headaches.
Properties: Antidepressant, Antiseptic, Antispasmodic, Aphrodisiac, Sedative
Indications: Aphrodisiac, Arrhythmia, Colic, Exhaustion, Stress, Diabetes
Ylang ylang is a heavily floral oil that is best used in small quantities. Made from steam distillation of the flowers of the cananga tree, it is an exotic fragrance that is often used in the perfume industry. It can be used treat issues with blood pressure and anxiety or stress including fight or flight responses.
Other Varieties:
Obtained By: Steam distillation of flowers with the first distillation being the most potent.
Aromatherapy Note: Middle
Safety & Contraindications: If used for too long at too high of a concentration it can cause nausea and headaches.
Properties: Antidepressant, Antiseptic, Antispasmodic, Aphrodisiac, Sedative
Indications: Aphrodisiac, Arrhythmia, Colic, Exhaustion, Stress, Diabetes
Ylang ylang is a heavily floral oil that is best used in small quantities. Made from steam distillation of the flowers of the cananga tree, it is an exotic fragrance that is often used in the perfume industry. It can be used treat issues with blood pressure and anxiety or stress including fight or flight responses.
