Ylang Ylang
AKA “Cananga Odorata, Ylang Ylang Oil, Ylang Ylang Flower”
Ingredient
Ingredient Facts
Ylang ylang
AKA: Cananga Odorata, Ylang Ylang Oil, Ylang Ylang Flower
Ingredient · Skin Conditioning · EWG: 4
Plant-Derived Synthetic
Skin Conditioner
Not Clean
Ylang Ylang is a cosmetic ingredient.
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Functions
Skin Conditioning
A catch-all term for ingredients that improve how skin looks and feels — softer, smoother, more supple. The workhorse behind most moisturizers.
Antioxidant Protection
Fights Bacteria
Reduces Inflammation
Traditional Use
Extracted from the flowers of Cananga odorata, used in traditional Indonesian and Philippine skincare and perfumery for centuries. Valued for its aromatic, conditioning, and balancing properties in traditional beauty practices.
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
General
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Caution
Verified Jun 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR