Botanical Name: Zingiber officinale
Method of Extraction: steam distilled or hydrodiffused
Parts Used: rhizomes (fresh root)
Country of Origin: Madagascar or Sri Lanka
Cultivation Method: Wildcrafted
Blends Well With: bergamot, cedar atlas, clove, coriander, eucalyptus, frankincense, geranium, grapefruit, jasmine, juniper, lemon, lime, mandarin, neroli, orange, palmarosa, patchouli, rose, rosewood, sandalwood, vetivert, and ylang ylang.
Scent: Hot, spicy, earthy, and woody and sweet - just like fresh shredded ginger
Suggested Use:
CIRCULATION MUSCLES and JOINTS: arthritis, fatigue, muscular aches and pains, poor circulation, rheumatism, sprains, strains etc
RESPIRATORY SYSTEM: catarrh, congestions, coughs, sinusitis, sore throat
NERVOUS SYSTEM: debility, nervous exhaustion
DIGESTIVE SYSTEM: diarrhea, colic, cramp, flatulence, indigestion, loss of appetite, nausea, travel sickness
Contraindications : Non-toxic, non-irritant (except in high concentration), slightly phototoxic, may cause sensitization in some individuals.
CAUTION:
- Keep out of reach of children
- Not for internal use unless prescribed by your doctor
- Dilute essential oils before use - Lavender and Tea Tree oil are ok to use undiluted (neat)
- Do not use essential oils during pregnancy unless approved by your Physician and Certified Aromatherapist
- Consult with your Physician and Certified Aromatherapist before using essential oils