Ylang Ylang Essential Oil

What Is It

Ylang ylang (Cananga odorata) is a tropical tree native to Southeast Asia, known for its highly fragrant, star-shaped yellow flowers. The name ylang ylang comes from the Tagalog phrase "ilang-ilang," meaning "wilderness" or "flower of flowers," emphasizing its lush, intoxicating scent. The essential oil extracted from its petals is widely used in perfumery, skincare, and aromatherapy.

The Benefits

• Aromatherapy & Mood Enhancement – Ylang ylang is known for its calming and euphoric properties, often used to reduce stress, anxiety, and tension. It’s also considered an aphrodisiac in some cultures. Rawr…

• Heart Health & Relaxation – Inhaling ylang ylang has been studied for its ability to lower blood pressure and promote relaxation.

Why We Love It

Ylang ylang is a deeply evocative scent, often described as rich, exotic, floral, and slightly fruity with a sensual warmth. Its complexity makes it a favorite for natural perfumes, adding a lush and slightly spicy depth. In Cult of Bees' scent formulations, ylang ylang could bring an element of softness and allure, balancing deeper, woodsy, or resinous notes with its heady floral character.

Cult-Made. Uncompromising.

In our Ylang-Ylang & Vanilla Lip Balm, this prized tropical blossom reveals its full warmth and floral depth—rich, smooth, and quietly sensual. Paired with genuine vanilla, it creates a soft, lingering harmony that feels both indulgent and serene.