GINGER ESSENTIAL OIL
Ginger Essential Oil
Warm · Spicy · Woody
Zingiber officinale
Steam distilled from the aromatic rhizome of ginger grown in Sri Lanka, Ginger Essential Oil has a warm, spicy and beautifully complex aroma — fresh and slightly pungent at first, followed by subtle lemon, pepper and woody notes.
Familiar as a culinary spice, ginger reveals another side of itself through distillation. The essential oil is drier and more aromatic than fresh ginger, with a lingering warmth that makes it particularly beautiful in botanical perfumery, massage blends and seasonal rituals.
Its distinctive spicy character brings warmth and movement to a blend, while pairing beautifully with citrus, woods, resins and other spices.
A botanical for warmth, movement and fire.
The aroma
Warm · Spicy · Woody · Peppery
Botanical Notes
Ginger — Zingiber officinale
Ginger is a tropical flowering plant in the Zingiberaceae family. Its aromatic rhizome, the underground stem commonly referred to as ginger root, is harvested and steam distilled to produce the essential oil.
The resulting aroma is warm and spicy, yet surprisingly nuanced, with fresh citrus-like facets, peppery warmth and a dry woody undertone.
Botanical Profile
Botanical name: Zingiber officinale
Plant family: Zingiberaceae
Origin: Sri Lanka
Plant part: Rhizome
Extraction: Steam distillation
Aroma family: Spicy
Perfume note: Middle
Aroma: Warm, fresh and spicy with peppery, citrus and woody undertones
Blends Beautifully With
Citrus: Bergamot · Lemon · Lime · Mandarin · Orange · Yuzu
Spice: Black Pepper · Cardamom · Cinnamon · Clove · Coriander · Nutmeg
Woods: Cedarwood · Sandalwood · Vetiver
Resins: Frankincense · Labdanum · Peru Balsam
Florals & Herbs: Clary Sage · Lavender · Neroli · Rose · Rosemary · Ylang Ylang
The Ritual
Add a few drops to a diffuser to create a warm, spicy atmosphere, particularly during cooler months.
For body or massage use, always dilute appropriately in a carrier oil before applying to the skin.
In botanical perfumery, Ginger is beautiful when you want to introduce warmth, spice and a subtle sense of energy. Try pairing it with mandarin and sandalwood for something warm and enveloping, or black pepper, vetiver and frankincense for a deeper, earthier composition.
Ingredients
100% Pure Ginger Essential Oil — Zingiber officinale
Steam distilled from the rhizome.
Safety
For external use only. Do not ingest. Do not apply undiluted to the skin. Avoid contact with eyes and sensitive areas. Keep out of reach of children. Store away from heat and direct sunlight.
Information on the traditional uses and properties of essential oils are provided on this site is for educational use only, and is not intended as medical advice. If you have any serious health concerns, you should always check with your health care practitioner before use.
Easy Recipe:
Ginger Diffusion for Nausea
Equipment:
Diffuser
Ingredients:
6 drops Ginger Essential Oil
3 drops Roman Chamomile Essential Oil
3 drops Peppermint Essential Oil
Method:
Add essential oils to diffuser.
References:
1.Arctander, Steffen. Perfume and Flavor Materials of Natural Origin, 1960, p. 278.