What does this ylang ylang oil look like — appearance, color, and consistency at room temperature?
This ylang ylang oil is a clear, mobile liquid at room temperature — ranging from pale yellow to deep amber, with the slightly viscous, oily flow typical of a sesquiterpene-rich floral oil.
Appearance & Color
| Item | Detail |
|---|---|
| Appearance | Clear, mobile liquid |
| Color | Pale yellow to deep amber |
| Consistency | Mobile to slightly viscous |
| Relative density | 0.910-0.970 (20°C) |
| Refractive index | 1.490-1.520 (20°C) |
| Product code | TPS-RO-013 |
- Extra-grade ylang ylang is paler and lighter; 3rd grade is darker and heavier — our Complete grade sits in between
- The oil is clear and free of suspended water or debris; cloudiness indicates contamination
- Color deepens slightly with age or oxidation; fresh oil is the palest
- Density and refractive index are first-line identity checks against ISO 3063
- At low temperature the oil can become hazy or thicken slightly — warm gently before use
This article was published on 2026-09-07, and last updated on 2026-09-07. The article will be continuously updated.