Ginger Oil

Description

Ginger essential oil is produced from the fresh rhizomes of ginger and has been used in Ayurvedic medicine for a very long time. Because it protects against bacteria, fungus, and other sorts of germs, ginger essential oil is beneficial for skin. Further, by stopping the spread of infection, it speeds up the healing process of a wound. In addition, ginger oil has a number of additional health advantages, which makes it popular among producers of cosmetics and skincare goods.

Specification

• Botanical Name : Zingiber Officinale Essential Oil
• Country of Origin : India
• Solubility : Soluble in Alcohols & Fixed oils
• Specific Gravity : 0.882 @ 20°C
• Optical Rotation : NA
• Refractive Index : 1.459
• Part of Plant Used : Rhizomes
• Blends well with :
• Flash Point : >60 °C
• Extraction Method : Steam distillation

Uses

• It is used extensively in aromatherapy as it alleviates depression, mental tension, nausea, restlessness, weariness, and anxiety.
• It is beneficial for respiratory conditions like coughs, the flu, asthma, dyspnea, and bronchitis as it helps in clearing mucus from the throat and lungs.
• The use of this oil helps in reducing menstrual cramps, and joint and muscular pains.
• Helps in the proper functioning of the liver.
• The oil is used to treat hair because it reduces dandruff.