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Ginger Root (Steam) Essential Oil
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 Botanical Name: Zingiber officinalis
Plant Part: Root
Extraction Method: Steam
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.
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: kristal from LAS VEGAS, Nevada on 06/27/2008
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Great smell, very therapuetic. Not overpowering, perfect.
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Submited By: Shama Angel from Houston, Texas on 06/24/2008
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This oil smells a little off-pudding to me unless it's warmed up. It works well when used sparingly in blends. I do feel that the CO2 ginger oil is of superior quality and worth the extra money.
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Submited By: Kassia from Grand Junction, Colorado on 03/28/2008
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I don't smell ginger in this at all. It does smell spicy and "green." I plan to use this in a muscle/joint blend along with clove and nutmeg EOs.
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Submited By: Karen from Spring Hill, Florida on 02/20/2008
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Truly a wonderful oil! I blend Ginger Root with Grapefruit, Orange, Lime, and a touch of Ylang Ylang – very little goes a long way.
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Submited By: joann from williamstown, New Jersey on 02/15/2008
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I'm not so crazy about the smell of ginger but for anyone who suffers from nausea of any kind ginger is an excellennt choice.
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Submited By: gloria from mooresville, Indiana on 10/26/2007
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This has more of a tang than spice to it than I was expecting. None the less, it's a highly aromatic oil. However, if you're looking for a spicier scent I recommend the Cinnamon Bark. It's much more appealing to the nose than Ginger Root.
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Submited By: Kelli Lynn from Point Du Chene, New Brunswick on 07/09/2006
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A terrific ginger EO. It smell spicy-woody and fresh. Excellent in CP soap. Scent stays true and strong. Blends wonderfully with any citrus EO, sandalwood, patchouli, cedarwood and rosewood.
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Submited By: Candice from Sarasota, Florida on 07/08/2006
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Great essential oil and excellent price. I use this one in my Fight-A-Flu blend for its warming qualities. Can also be used for; aches and pains, arthritis, catarrh, chills, colds, cramp, debility, fatigue, fever, infections, loss of appetite, nausea, poor circulation, rheumatism, travel sickness, amenorrhoea, asthma, backache, bronchitis, dog bites, dysentery, dyspepsia, gout, head colds, headache, infection, laryngitis, malaria, morning sickness, nausea, snake bite, swelling. So many great uses this is a must have for any aromatherapist and this one is of highest quality.
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