A tropical flower, ylang ylang has a unique, heavy slightly fruity sweet floral scent. With properties as an antidepressant and antiseptic, ylang ylang (pronounced ee-lang ee-lang) is mood enhancing, soothing stress, anxiety, sadness, tension, and sleeplessness. It is known to balance and regulate oil production in the skin and hair, whilst also soothing inflammation and irritation, and enhances circulation.