Ginger Essential Oil

Ginger oil, extracted from ginger rhizomes, has a warm, spicy aroma and numerous
skincare benefits. Its anti-inflammatory properties help soothe redness and irritation,
making it suitable for sensitive and acne-prone skin. Ginger oil also stimulates circulation,
promoting a healthy glow and aiding in the delivery of nutrients to the skin cells. In
haircare, it strengthens hair follicles, stimulates growth, and adds volume to thinning hair.

Benefits: Aromatic, Soothing, Calming and relaxing.

Category: Essential oil

Application: Skin, body and hair care products

INCI:     Zingiber Officinale Root Oil

Uses:  The plant is an herbaceous plant that looks like curcuma. There are two types of rhizomes (yellow and grey) and only the grey rhizome can give the essential oil. The rhizome is harvested 10 months after the plant withers. Then, rhizomes are washed and dried under sun.

• With its long-standing reputation as a healer, Ginger Essential Oil has been used in aromatherapy for years thanks to its natural rewards for the mind, body and health.
• Containing over 40 antioxidant properties, Ginger Oil works to protect skin against free radicals. This action safeguards the skin from premature ageing, improving elasticity and rejuvenating the complexion.
• Thanks to its astringent and anti-inflammatory properties, Ginger Essential Oil works effectively to repair the epidermis. Whether it’s blemishes, hyperpigmentation or more stubborn scars, its healing properties leave skin more soothed and even.
• As a powerful antiseptic and cleansing agent, Ginger Essential Oil helps to detoxify the skin, leaving it room to breathe again. Ginger Oil is particularly effective in healing acne, minimising the rate of acne formation and clearing up triggers of breakouts.
• Zingibain is an active component in Ginger Oil, which is a powerful anti-inflammatory. Not only does it provide pain relief, it also works as a long-term solution to heal and repair inflamed areas.

Dr Couic Marinier adds, “Ginger Essential Oil’s anti-inflammatory benefits are particularly effective for those who suffer from rheumatism”.

• Ginger Essential Oil is an expectorant. It aids in removing excess mucus from the throat and lungs as well as improving function of the body’s respiratory processes.

As a result, Ginger Oil can be a great remedy for colds, flu, coughs, asthma, bronchitis and loss of breath, to name just a few.

• With its strong antiseptic agents, Ginger Essential Oil can inhibit and kill infections from microorganisms and bacteria.

Ginger Essential Oil represents one of the best natural remedies for stomach problems, including colic, indigestion, stomach aches and spasms. Dr Couic Marinier also stresses its effectiveness in treating nausea, explaining that “Ginger Oil can be used to treat sickness following surgery, during chemotherapy, for motion sickness and even during pregnancy”.