How does this ylang ylang oil smell? Describe its full aroma profile.
Ylang ylang oil is the most "exotically sensual" of all essential oils — intensely sweet, rich and intoxicating, with a jasmine-neroli floral heart, a banana-like fruity top, and a deep balsamic-spicy-woody drydown.
Aroma Profile
| Stage | Character |
|---|---|
| Top note | Sweet-fruity, banana-like, slightly earthy (methyl benzoate, benzyl acetate, p-cresyl methyl ether) |
| Heart note | Rich, honeyed jasmine-neroli floral body (linalool, geraniol, eugenol) |
| Base note | Deep balsamic, creamy-woody, softly spicy drydown (benzyl benzoate, sesquiterpenes) |
- The aroma is warm, seductive and emotionally penetrating — the legendary "aphrodisiac" flower scent
- Complete grade balances the bright floral top with the creamy-woody base, closest to the living flower
- Extra grade is brighter, more floral and delicate; lower grades are heavier, more woody and less refined
- The scent is extremely tenacious — a tiny amount perfumes a whole product
- In blends it gives a luxurious, exotic "tropical night" character unmatched by any other oil
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This article was published on 2026-09-07, and last updated on 2026-09-07. The article will be continuously updated.
