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Ylang-ylang
Types used: Ylang-Ylang essential oil
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Used in: aphrodisiac bath salts, aphrodisiac energy balm, aphrodisiac soap, calming bath salts, calming energy balm, calming soap
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Ylang-ylang has many medicinal benefits, including lowering blood pressure and reducing heart rate. Ylang-ylang has also been found to reduce anxiety and depression, with mood boosting and mildly sedative properties. Ylang-ylang contains linalool, a compound with antibacterial, antifungal, and anti-inflammatory properties. Ylang-ylang is also widely used in traditional medicine as an aphrodisiac, to increase sexual desire and reduce sexual anxiety.
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