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Cananga Odorata (Ylang Ylang) Flower Oil

Ylang Ylang Essential Oil

fragranceantimicrobialemollient

INCI Name

Cananga Odorata (Yla...

Functions

3 Roles

Sustainability

7/10

Category

fragrances

What It Does

Cananga Odorata Flower Oil is a richly aromatic essential oil steam-distilled from the fresh flowers of the ylang ylang tree, prized for its distinctive sweet, floral, and slightly spicy fragrance profile that develops in grades (Extra, I, II, III) based on distillation timing. Beyond its renowned perfumery value, this oil contains linalool, geraniol, and other terpenes that provide mild antimicrobial properties and skin-conditioning benefits. Formulators choose it not only for its complex, long-lasting scent that adds luxury to personal care products, but also for its traditional use in balancing sebum production and its ability to blend seamlessly into oil-based formulations.

Creates pleasant product scent
Enhances sensory experience
Masks base ingredient odors
Contributes to brand identity

Technical Properties

Ionic Charge

nonionic

Molecular charge type

Viscosity Effect

neutral

Impact on formula thickness

Ingredient Compatibility

Works Well With

nonionic emulsifierscarrier oilsmost emollientsother essential oilsalcoholslipophilic ingredients

Avoid Combining

strong oxidizershighly alkaline ingredientssome preservatives at high concentrations
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Sustainability Profile

Sustainability Score

7/10

Biodegradability

readily biodegradable

Source

plant-derived

Feedstock

Cananga odorata flowers harvested from tropical trees native to Southeast Asia, particularly Indonesia and the Philippines

Quick Reference

Full INCI Name
Cananga Odorata (Ylang Ylang) Flower Oil
Common Name
Ylang Ylang Essential Oil
Category
fragrances

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