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Ginger Root (CO2) Essential Oil
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 Botanical Name: Zingiber officinalis
Plant Part: Root
Extraction Method: CO2 Extraction
Origin: France
Description: Ginger is a perennial herb and grows to about 3 - 4 feet high (approximately 1 meter). It has a characteristic thick spreading tuberous rhizome.
The CO2 extraction method yields a greater number of aromatic compounds from ginger than any other distillation process. In certain conditions at a low temperature Carbon Dioxide or CO2 can be pressurized to become a liquid. This liquid then acts as a solvent and is used to extract the oil from plants. After extraction is completed, the extraction vessel is brought back to normal temperature and the CO2 rapidly converts to gas leaving behind a high quality oil that is free of solvents.
Color: Light Yellow
Common Uses: Ginger oil is believed by aromatherapists to be applicable for colds and flu, nausea (motion sickness, morning sickness) muscle aches (particularly the back), circulation issues and arthritic pain. It also has warming properties that help to combat loneliness, and depression. Ginger is also viewed as an aphrodisiac based on it’s energizing properties.
Consistency: Light
Note: Middle-Base
Strength of Aroma: Medium to Strong
Blends well with: Ginger blends well with bergamot, sandalwood, ylang-ylang, and other spice oils.
Aromatic Scent: Ginger Root has a warm, spicy, woody scent with a hint of lemon and pepper. Customers will find it very similar to the powdered spice.
History: The plant is said to originate from India, China and Java, but is also native to Africa and the West Indies. It is believed that Ginger was brought to Europe between the 10th and 15th century as both a condiment and spice. It has been used for medicinal purposes since the ancient times; it is recorded specifically in both Sanskrit and Chinese texts. It is also mentioned in literature from the Greeks, Romans, and Arabians.
Cautions: Ginger can irritate sensitive skin and is photo-toxic. Sun exposure is to be avoided after application.
Disclaimer:
Please note, the International Federation of Aromatherapists do not recommend that Essential Oils be taken internally unless under the supervision of a Medical Doctor who is also qualified in clinical Aromatherapy.
The information on the New Directions Aromatics Website is obtained from current and reliable sources but makes no representation as to its comprehensiveness or accuracy. Nothing contained herein should be considered as a recommendation by New Directions Aromatics as to the fitness for any use.
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Submited By: Shama Angel from Houston, Texas on 06/24/2008
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This is a perfect ginger oil. My mother used to have me chop ginger root when I was a child (we're Indian) and this oil smells exactly the same.
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Submited By: Kathryn from St. Charles, Illinois on 05/29/2008
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I'm very pleased with this oil. It's a warm oil, very different than one would expect of ginger. It's also very soft for a CO2 extract. This oil was recommended to me for my sinuses by my aromatherapist expert. It works wonderfully in a hot bath or shower to clear the sinuses. The mell is warm, black peppery like. It's warm with a kick!
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Submited By: Shannon from Schenectady, New York on 10/27/2007
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This smells like soy sauce.
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Submited By: Carrie from Idaho Falls, Idaho on 05/29/2007
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This is a wonderful ginger root I open the bottle and I just want to eat it :) Thanks NDA for making a great ginger at a great price!
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Submited By: Joely from Topeka, Kansas on 05/11/2007
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I love this ginger root! Lemony and fresh with a touch of peppery aroma.
Wondeful in perfuming and aromatherapy!
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Submited By: Rachel from Roach, Missouri on 11/27/2006
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This smell surprised me with it's authenticity and exact match to the scent of ginger root. This EO is the complete copy of freshly grated ginger. Excellent quality.
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