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Essential oil of the Month: Ylang ylang
By
Kathy Padecky, Aromatherapist, HHP
Botanical Name: Cananga odorata
Why I love Ylang ylang: The scent is breathtaking and sensuous. My shoulders relax and I have a peaceful smile on my face after inhaling this intoxicating scent. The scent continues to linger after the bottle is closed.
Aroma and scent: The aroma is intriguing, floral-balsamic, [...]
Sacred Scents: Ylang Ylang
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