10 Diffuser Blends with Ylang Ylang Essential Oil

Ylang ylang essential oil has many beneficial effects on the mind and body. It can reduce stress and anxiety, improve energy levels, and even promote better sleep.

But how do you use it?

One of the most popular ways to enjoy the benefits of ylang ylang is by putting it in a diffuser.

Here are 10 amazing diffuser blends with ylang ylang essential oil that you can try out today!

What Is Ylang Ylang Essential Oil?

Ylang-Ylang Essential Oil

Ylang ylang is pronounced “Ee-lang Ee-lang”. Its latin name is Cananga odorata genuina and it is a flower from a tropical tree. It usually grows in tropical countries like Indonesia, Malaysia and in the Philippines.

The name Ylang Ylang actually means “flower of flowers”. This unique name established itself because of Ylang Ylang’s strong, yet delicate, floral scent.

Ylang Ylang’s essential oils are the steam extracted fragrances of the scented flowers. Making essential oils is one of the most common uses for the Ylang Ylang plant.

Blending with Ylang Ylang Essential Oil

Ylang Ylang essential oil is a sweet, flowery, but strong essential oil. Some love its scent, some really aren’t a fan.

In aromatherapy, it is a middle note. Along with many other floral scents such as Geranium or Palmarosa, it provides a powerful feminine smell.

Add it to your oil blend to enjoy its many benefits.

It blends particularly well with:

• Bergamot
• Frankincense
• Geranium
• Grapefruit
• Lavender
• Lemon
• Mandarin
• Marjoram
• Palmarosa
• Patchouli
• Orange
• Vetiver
• Yuzu

It can also be blended with other floral oils such as Jasmine, Rose, and Neroli.

10 Diffuser Blends with Ylang Ylang

Before you start blending with Ylang Ylang, make sure that you’re ok with its aroma.

Some of these blends will highlight its aroma notes, others will help tone it down. Whichever your preference, I hope you find the inspiration you need in my curated collection of ylang ylang diffuser blends.

And yes… I’ve personally created and tested all of these blends, and I’d love to hear your thoughts on them! Please comment at the end of the blog post. 💜

Bouquet of Roses

This diffuser blend is a combination of the sensual and alluring scents of Ylang Ylang, the exotic and romantic aroma of Jasmine and the sweet and rich scent of Rose. Together, these oils create a captivating and seductive scent that will transport you to a blooming garden of sensual delights.

• 3 drops Ylang Ylang
• 1 drop Jasmine
• 1 drop Rose

Floral Escape

This diffuser blend is a perfect way to escape the stress of everyday life and immerse yourself in a world of relaxed beauty. The sweet and prominent scent of Ylang Ylang is combined with the refreshing and uplifting aroma of Neroli, and the balancing and grounding scent of Geranium. The addition of Lavender at the end creates a sweet and calming effect that’s perfect for winding down after a long day or before bedtime. I use this blend a lot in my bath salts!

• 2 drops Ylang Ylang
• 1 drop Neroli
• 1 drop Geranium
• 2 drops Lavender

Garden of Delights

This diffuser blend is a true olfactory delight, featuring the sweet and floral scent of Ylang Ylang, the fresh and citrusy aroma of Bergamot and the invigorating and uplifting scent of Grapefruit. Grapefruit essential oil has an uplifting citrus scent which makes it great for energizing your space, while ylang yang adds its calming properties to the mix. Together, these oils create a harmonious and refreshing scent that will transport you to a garden of delights.

• 1 drop Ylang Ylang
• 2 drops Bergamot
• 2 drops Grapefruit

Lush Garden

This diffuser blend is a perfect way to bring the fresh and verdant scent of a lush garden into your home. The sweet and floral scent of Ylang Ylang is combined with the fresh and clean scent of Lemon and the grounding and earthy aroma of Vetiver to create a blend that is both refreshing and grounding.

• 2 drops Ylang Ylang
• 3 drops Lemon
• 1 drop Vetiver

Flower Power

This diffuser blend is a perfect way to tap into your inner flower power and bring a sense of balance and harmony to your home. The earthy notes from Patchouli pair perfectly with the sweet smell of Ylang Ylang. Together, these oils create a warm and soothing scent that’s perfect for winding down after a long day! I added the balancing scent of Geranium to create a blend that is both grounding and uplifting, but still smells sweet and pleasant to the nose.

• 2 drops Ylang Ylang
• 1 drop Patchouli
• 3 drops Geranium

Goddess

This diffuser blend is a true bouquet of fragrances! Orange essential oil is great for brightening up any space, so I’ve combined it with the exotic and alluring aroma of Jasmine. Add Ylang Ylang, of course, and together, these oils create a harmonious and refreshing scent that will transport you to a garden of delights.

• 2 drops Ylang Ylang
• 1 drop Jasmine
• 3 drops Orange

Fragrant Fields

This diffuser blend is a perfect way to bring the sweet and floral scents of a blooming field into your home. The sweet and heady scent of Ylang Ylang is combined with the rich and rosy aroma of Rose and the invigorating and uplifting scent of Grapefruit to create a blend that is both soothing and invigorating.

• 3 drops Ylang Ylang
• 1 drop Rose
• 3 drops Grapefruit

Blossoming Beauty

This diffuser blend is a perfect way to bring the sweet, fresh and floral scents of a blooming garden into your home. The sweet and floral scent of Ylang Ylang is combined with the fresh and citrusy aroma of Bergamot and the grounding and earthy aroma of Vetiver to create a blend that is both refreshing and grounding.

• 3 drops Ylang Ylang
• 3 drops Bergamot
• 1 drop Vetiver

Creative Fantasy

This diffuser blend is a truly refreshing delight, featuring the sweet and floral scent of Ylang Ylang combined with the fresh and clean scent of Lemon essential oil. Lemon essential oil is energizing and uplifting, which ignites our creativity and gumption. It pairs well with the relaxing properties of Ylang Ylang, bringing balance to the mix. Together, these oils create a harmonious and refreshing scent that will transport you to a head space of focus and clarity.

• 3 drops Ylang Ylang
• 4 drops Lemon

Aromatic Garden

Rosemary is known for its energizing properties, but when combined with Ylang Ylang, it creates a more balanced aroma that can help to relieve mental fatigue and stress without being overly stimulating. Adding Cedarwood further makes this blend feel earthy and grounding – but it’s not musky! Try it out for yourself.

• 2 drops Ylang Ylang
• 2 drops Rosemary
• 2 drops Cedarwood

Safety Information

Do not use ylang ylang undiluted on skin. Always blend it with a carrier oil such as coconut oil or sweet almond oil before applying it to the skin. Do not use on skin abrasions or open wounds.

If you notice side effects such as rashes or skin sensitivity, stop its use immediately. Avoid contact with eyes.

If pregnant, nursing or under a doctor’s care with other medications, consult your physician.

Do not use internally, unless directed by a licensed Aromatherapist or physician.

• See also: The beginner’s guide to Essential Oils Dilution Rates
• Which essential oils are safe to ingest?

Where to Buy Ylang Ylang Essential Oil

Many reputable essential oil companies offer Ylang Ylang essential oil as part of their product line-up. It is not a difficult oil to source, so there are no special considerations as to which origin country the oil should be from.

Ylang Ylang Complete from Edens Garden
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If you’re shopping for Ylang Ylang, you’ll see the labels Ylang Ylang Complete, vs “regular” ylang ylang oil. They have different prices.

Ylang Ylang Complete Vs. Regular Ylang Ylang

Ylang Ylang oil is distilled in “fractions”. This means that the essential oils are taken off at different distillation stages based on time. The difference in the grades “Extra”, “1”, “2”, “3”, and “Complete” are based on the amount of time spent in the distillation process.

The different grades do not indicate the quality of the oil. Rather, the difference shows in the oil’s aroma and constituents. The first fraction extracted is “extra”, and it requires about two hours of distillation. The aroma is sweeter, more fruity, and contains more esters. The full distillation takes about 15 hours and creates Ylang Ylang Complete. This essential oil will have a rich, herbaceous aroma and more sesquiterpenes ¹.

More Ways to Use Ylang Ylang

The following are the right ways of using Ylang ylang essential oil:

• Blend your Ylang Ylang essential oil into a roller bottle for topical applications.
• Mix it together with Epsom salts for a luxurious bath.
• Combine with coconut carrier oil and massage it thoroughly on into your shoulders, back and throughout your body.
• Add a few drops of oil to your existing facial skin care lotion as it can cleanse out the dirt on the skin.
• Mix a few drops of oil with a hair conditioner as it will give full moisture to the scalp.
• Use your essential oil diffuser to disperse the aroma of Ylang Ylang throughout your home.

Final Thoughts

Using diffuser blends made with essential oils like ylang-ylang can be incredibly beneficial for improving mental well-being and overall health. From reducing stress and anxiety to promoting better sleep, there are so many reasons why diffuser blends are worth trying out! So if you’re looking for some new aromatherapy ideas, be sure to give these 10 diffuser blends with ylang-ylang essential oil a try!

It’s sure to be an enjoyable (and aromatic) experience!

References

¹ Ylang Ylang Complete Distillation Process, from Rocky Mountain Oils’ website, under “Facts”.
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