What is Ginger oil? - Information, uses & side effect

What is Ginger oil? - Information, uses & side effect

  • Ginger has long been used in traditional medicine. The part of the plant that’s used for these purposes is called the rhizome. While it may look like a root, the rhizome is actually an underground stem off of which roots branch.
  • Ginger oil is extracted from the ginger rhizome after a distillation process. Like other essential oils, it’s very concentrated.
  • Ginger oil has a distinct aroma that can be described as strong, warm, or spicy. As such, it’s often used for aromatherapy. Ginger oil can also be used in a variety of applications in the skin and hair.
  • Ginger oil uses
  • nausea.
  • arthritis.
  • digestive upset.
  • colds.
  • migraines.
  • As with any essential oil, ginger oil is very concentrated and shouldn’t be applied to the skin undiluted. If you’re concerned about a potential skin reaction, you should first test a small amount of diluted ginger oil on your skin. 

    Products that contains Ginger oil & Ginger root - 
    Mamaearth Tea Tree Shampoo
    The Skin Story Ginger & Cinnamon Face Wash
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