Ylang Ylang Essential Oil

BOTANICAL NAME: Cananga Odorata 

EXTRACTION: Steam distillation

DESCRIPTION: Ylang Ylang is the name of the flower from the cananga tree, or the Cananga odorata.  This tree is native to Malaysia and the Philippines.  The flowers are small and a vibrant yellow colour with petals that droop down in a star-like shape.  The pale yellow essential oil derived from the petals of the flowers is exceptionally fragrant giving off a fruity, floral, woody scent that is highly sought-after by the perfume industry. These trees are often planted on roadsides in Malaysa to provide shade and spread its beautiful scent. 

KEY COMPONENTS:  Benzyl acetate, linalool, p-cresyl methyl ether, and menthyl benzoate

FOUND IN: Kahuna Bubble Bath, Kahuna Body Lotion, Kahuna Hand Soap