Ginger Root Essential Oil

Certifications: Organic. Kosher. Vegan. Kid Friendly Botanical Name: Zingiber officinale Main Constituents: ?-Zingibarene: 37.7% Plant Part: Root Origin: Sri Lanka Processing Method: Steam Distillation. The ginger root is macerated and distilled over high heat, from which the oil is extracted. Description / Color / Consistency: A thin, pale yellow to yellow liquid. Aromatic Summary / Note / Strength of Aroma: A middle note with a medium aroma, Ginger Essential Oil has a warm, spicy, woody scent with a hint of lemon and pepper. Blends With: Bergamot, Cardamom, Black Pepper, Spearmint, Orange, Sandalwood, Ylang-ylang, and other spice oils. Product Abstract: Ginger is a perennial herb that grows to about 3 - 4 feet high (approximately 1 meter). It has a characteristic thick spreading tuberous rhizome. Ginger is an important ingredient in Chinese medicine, where it is used for any condition where the body is unable to deal with moisture, internally or externally. Fresh ginger tea is refreshing and aids morning sickness but also cleans the digestive tract. Ginger essential oil has therapeutic properties, which benefit disorders of the circulatory, digestive, and respiratory systems. 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.