Ginger

Ginger is a perennial herb that grows to about 3 - 4 feet high (approximately 1 meter). Ginger oil is a popular essential oil with a warm, energizing aroma.  A featured ingredient in many Asian dishes, Ginger has a hot, fragrant flavor when used as a kitchen spice. It has been used in medicines since prehistoric times. Ginger essential oil can also be applied topically or inhaled for a soothing aroma.

Uses:

• It is used as a massage oil, due to its soothing effect
• During a long driving, diffuse or place a drop of ginger in the palm of your hand and inhale
• Apply over lower abdomen for a soothing massage
• Apply over lower and uper abdomen for a soothing massage
• Incorporate into your morning skin care regimen to experience its energizing aroma and support healthy-looking skin

Botanical Name: Zingiber officinale

Main Constituents:
α-Zingibarene: 37.7%

Plant Part: Root

Processing Method: Steam Distillation. The ginger root is macerated and distilled over high heat, from which the oil is extracted.

Blends With: 

Bergamot, Cardamom, BlackPepper, Spearmint, Orange, Sandalwood, Ylang-ylang, and other spice oils

Cautions: Dilute before use; May cause skin irritation in some individuals; a skin test is recommended prior to use. Contact with eyes should be avoided.

General: As with all essential oils, never use them undiluted, in eyes or mucus membranes. Do not take internally unless working with a qualified and expert practitioner. Keep away from children. If applying an essential oil to your skin always perform a small patch test to an insensitive part of the body (after you have properly diluted the oil in an appropriate carrier.

For educational purposes only. This information has not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration.
This information is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.