Ylang Ylang #3 Essential Oil

Ylang Ylang #3 Essential Oil, also referred to as ‘Cananga odorata oil’, is known for its exotic and unique floral scent with sweet, fruity, and slightly spicy notes. It features top notes similar to jasmine and neroli, making it an excellent ingredient for fragrance-driven applications across diverse product categories.

Its versatility allows it to be used across personal care, aromatherapy, pet care, and food flavoring applications. Often featured in floral fragrance compositions, this grade (#3) is especially useful in large-scale formulations requiring consistency and aromatic depth.

Manufacturers turn to ‘Ylang Ylang III’ or ‘Ylang Ylang 3rd Essential Oil’ to improve premium blends in both topical and ambient product lines. The oil’s bold yet smooth scent is prized in both wellness and sensory-driven goods, including those in beauty, beverage, and household segments.

Offered in HBNO bulk and also available for private label programs, this oil is suitable for scalable formulation needs with consistent quality assurance.

Key Benefits of Ylang Ylang #3 Essential Oil

• • • Complex and deep floral aroma ideal for fragrance layering.

    • Useful across multiple product sectors including cosmetics, food, and pet care.

    • High compatibility with both oil- and water-based product systems.

    • Often used to impart exotic appeal to formulations in aromatherapy products.

Product Usage

Aromatherapy and Perfumes

• • • Diffuser Blends: Used for cooling and refreshing aromatic profiles.

    • Essential Oil Blends: Pairs well with citrus and wood oils for cooling formulas.

    • Solid Perfumes: Provides lasting fragrance with a distinctive floral character.

Personal Care

• • • Cosmetics: Integrated into facial oils, masks, and hydrating creams.

    • Soaps: Adds unique floral tones to handmade or cold-process soap bars.
      

    • Body Oils and Lotions: Improves skin-conditioning products.

    • Body Sprays and Mists: Used for refreshing floral spritz formulations.

    • Skin and Hair Moisturizers: Popular for spa-like and floral-forward profiles.

    • Shampoos and Conditioners: Often part of fresh floral-scented haircare lines.

• • • Lip Balms: Used sparingly to introduce exotic aromatic accents.
      

    • Oral Hygiene Products: Can be added to herbal mouth rinses or tooth powders.
      

Home Care

• • • Scented Candles and Incense: Adds sweet, deep floral body to aromatic bases.

    • Room Fresheners and Deodorizers: Popular in home spray lines.
      

    • Household Cleaners: Adds a non-citrus floral twist to natural cleaners.

• • • Deodorizers: Used in pet-safe or bathroom sprays.

    • Laundry Detergents and Fabric Softeners: Ideal for elegant and fresh-smelling clothing care.
      

    • Dish Soap: Adds a unique element to eco-friendly dish care lines.

Food and Flavor

• • • Bakery: Used sparingly in floral-inspired pastry items.

    • Sweets, Candy, and Confectionary: Contributes floral undertones to boutique sweets.

• • • Beverages (non-alcoholic and alcoholic): Incorporated in mocktails, syrups, and liqueurs.

    • Teas: Blended in premium herbal teas and exotic infusions.

    • Brining and Marinating: Adds complexity to gourmet or ethnic flavor profiles.

Pet Care

• • • Pet Shampoos and Conditioners: Offers natural fragrance in grooming blends.

    • Odor Treatment Products: Used in plant-based odor control sprays.
      
      

Applications of Ylang Ylang #3 Essential Oil in Product Formulation

Floral-Based Haircare Development:

Ylang Ylang #3 is often selected for hair masks, shampoos and conditioners that require a pronounced floral character. It can be blended with other essential oils to create signature fragrances suitable for salon-grade or retail-focused lines.

Flavor and Beverage Industry Use:

In flavor applications, this essential oil is considered for use in limited concentrations within beverage syrups, botanical mixers, or specialty liqueurs. It may contribute a distinct floral nuance when used in accordance with food safety regulations. 

Candle and Diffuser Oil Manufacturing:

The aroma profile of Ylang Ylang #3 makes it a frequent addition to floral-themed candle collections or essential oil diffuser blends. It is often combined with citrus or woody notes to diversify product lines across retail and contract manufacturing channels.

Safety and Storage

• • • Storage: Keep tightly closed in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area away from direct sunlight

    • Handling: Use proper PPE when working with undiluted oil at scale

    • Shelf Life: Recommended to use within 2 years for best aromatic performance

    • Packaging: Store in amber glass or stainless steel containers to preserve integrity

    • Dilution: Should be diluted appropriately before skin contact or ingestion

FAQs About Ylang Ylang #3 Essential Oil

• What is the difference between Ylang Ylang #1 and #3?
  Ylang Ylang #3 is obtained during the later stages of distillation, offering a heavier and deeper floral note compared to the lighter and more volatile #1 grade.

• Can Ylang Ylang #3 cause skin sensitivity or reactions?
  Yes, it can cause irritation or sensitization if applied undiluted. Always conduct a patch test and use appropriate dilution, typically 0.8–1% for leave-on skin products.

• Is this oil phototoxic?
  No, Ylang Ylang essential oil is not known to be phototoxic and is generally safe for daytime skin applications when diluted correctly.

• Is Ylang Ylang #3 safe for use during pregnancy?
  While often used in aromatherapy, pregnant individuals should consult a healthcare professional before using Ylang Ylang oil, as strong essential oils may not be advisable in early pregnancy.

• What is the flash point of Ylang Ylang #3 essential oil?
  The flash point of Ylang Ylang #3 typically ranges between 65°C to 75°C (149°F to 167°F), making it a combustible substance that should be handled with care during storage and shipping.

HBNO® is a leading supplier of Ylang Ylang #3 Essential Oil.

We supply any quantity of oil to anywhere in the world. HBNO® Ylang Ylang #3 Essential Oil ships wholesale in bulk containers of various sizes, including 1 gallon, 5 gallons, 20 liters, or in any other quantity required by our clients. HBNO® also provides a full turn-key private label service of Ylang Ylang #3 Essential Oil.

Prompt dispatch from HBNO®'s 100,000 sq foot California warehouse.

• • • Technical documents, SDS, Specification, COA available upon request.

    • Bulk drum and private labeling services available.