Ginger essential oil - properties and applications

The "horned root" or ginger (Zingiber officinale) began its history in India. It is a source of minerals and vitamin complexes, used in cosmetology, as well as for healing from diseases.

Production

For medicinal purposes and the production of essential oil, the rhizome is extracted from the ground for a tenth month after planting. A sign of the start of the harvest is yellowed leaves and a greenish-brown peel of the rhizome.

The collection is carried out manually. Each root is dug up by means of a shovel, cleaned of soil. There are several types of drying.

1. To obtain white ginger, the washed and peeled root is dried in the sun. Often practiced whitening in lime "milk".
2. Black ginger is not pre-processed. In this case, the collection is more fragrant and with a distinct characteristic bitterness.

Ginger essential oil is the most acceptable form for use, since a fresh root crop is not suitable for everyone. The oil acts gently and retains all the beneficial properties.

Valuable for extracting the ether concentrate is the root. To do this, it is crushed, and oil is obtained by steam distillation. In order to collect 100 g of the nutrient, it is necessary to process 5 kg of ginger.

Composition

The healing properties of essential oil are explained by its composition. He is rich:

• Tsingiberen (70%).
• Fiber.
• Vitamins A, B, C.
• Carbohydrates.
• Amino acids.
• Potassium.
• Calcium.
• Magnesium
• Zinc.
• Phosphorus.
• With iron.

It is very harmoniously combined with such oils: juniper, bergamot, neroli, eucalyptus, orange and lemon ... Together they are able to improve the therapeutic effect on the body.

How does it affect the body?

Ginger is popular everywhere. It is used in cooking, traditional and traditional medicine, cosmetology. Given all the components of the root and centuries-old experience of use, the properties of essential oil were determined. How does it work:

• It activates the immune processes in the body.
• It serves as an excellent antibacterial agent.
• Relieves inflammatory processes.
• Has a sedative effect on the nervous system.
• It relieves pain symptoms and cramps.
• Increases potency.
• Gently detoxifies and helps cope with constipation.
• It cures colds.
• Cleans the walls of blood vessels.
• It has a tonic effect.
• It has an antiseptic effect.
• Establishes the work of the gastrointestinal tract.
• Relieves symptoms of poisoning. Fastens the chair.

Since ancient times, people have known about the power of ginger, which can restore youth. It will slow down the destructive processes, improve blood circulation, relieve skin defects. Positive effect on the sexual activity of partners. Good aphrodisiac.

After a hard day full of problems and nervous moments, ginger oil will restore the body's strength, relieve stress, calm nerves, and improve mood.

It is an effective way to get rid of extra pounds. With regular use in the diet, it will establish metabolic processes in the body, improve metabolism in the intestines.

Ginger essential oil is notable for its versatility. It is a component of face and body masks, tonics and hair restoration products. It is typical for him to cope with rashes of any complexity, nourish and moisturize the skin, establish the work of the sebaceous glands, cleanse and narrow the pores. Cellulite and stretch marks are possible for him, because oil is used to model the figure.

To whom is ginger oil contraindicated?

Despite its valuable qualities, the use of this oil is not shown to everyone. People taking medications to improve blood coagulation, lowering blood pressure, stimulators of the full work of the heart - should exclude the use of ginger and all its derivatives.

As a medicine, do not use in diseases such as:

• Peptic ulcer of the esophagus and stomach.
• Inflammation with hypothermia.
• Diverticulosis
• Exacerbation of liver disease.
• Poor blood coagulation.
• Gallstone and urolithiasis.
• Pathology of the heart and blood vessels, hypertension.

It is also not allowed to take ginger essential oil for pregnant women in the first or third trimesters and prone to miscarriages. Excluded use for children under 7 years.

In case of vomiting, diarrhea, nausea, flatulence, heartburn, treatment with ginger oil is canceled. To remove discomfort, you need to drink more water and milk. Antacid preparations are also shown.

Healing recipes for cure for ailments

Ginger oil is easy to make on your own. For external use, the root is cleaned, cut and poured with vegetable oil (usual for a particular person). Placed in a place without access to light for 21 days. Insist and store recommended in a glass jar. The finished product will be stored longer if, after the expiration of the infusion time, it is placed in a refrigerator. It can be used for rubbing, anti-cellulite massages, eliminating swelling from the legs.

Recipes:

1. With poisoning, diarrhea, colds. Honey (1 teaspoon) is mixed with ginger oil (1 drop), consumed twice a day.
2. Overweight. The usual tea is brewed and 2-3 drops of essential concentrate are added. A positive result is also achieved by flavoring food with ether (2-3 drops).
3. To restore energy and mental strength. Aromatherapy using aromatherapy and ginger oil (3-5 drops) is used.
4. Inhalation of viral infections. Water (10 ml), essential oil (2-3 drops) are added to the inhaler. Steam is inhaled for 5 minutes, 2-3 times a day.
5. Ginger oil for massages. Using the composition, it is possible to eliminate cellulite, the result of the activity of the sebaceous glands, skin inflammations, acne, and increase the turgor of the skin. The mixture is made from essential oils: sesame, coconut (50 ml each), pine (10 drops), bergamot, ginger (15 drops). After rubbing the body with a massage mitten, rinse under the shower, actively apply the oil mixture in the direction from the feet to the heart. Allow to soak. Do not flush.

Cosmetic recipes

Ginger-oatmeal mask. It will help narrow pores on the face, improve the functioning of the sebaceous glands, and improve elasticity and complexion. Oat flakes (2 tbsp), a decoction of chamomile and calendula (100 ml), yogurt (1 tsp), ginger oil (5 drops). A boiled broth of herbs is poured to the oat flakes, wrapped in a warm blanket. The cooled gruel is combined with yogurt and ginger concentrate. Evenly distributed on the skin of the face, without affecting the areas around the eyes. They feed the dermis for 15 minutes (1-2 times in 7 days).

To reduce age-related changes and facial wrinkles, add a few drops of oil to a nightly nourishing cream.

With rheumatism

1. Vegetable oil (20 ml) is combined with ginger (2-3 drops), make hot applications, lotions.
2. Ginger essential oil (15 ml) is mixed with vegetable oil, (7 drops). Rub the problem joints.
3. An emulsifier (10 ml) is combined with ginger concentrate (3-4 drops), added to the bath when bathing.

It is important to remember that root essential oil has an active effect, if used improperly, even people with normal skin types who are not prone to allergies may be at risk. In order to avoid problems, it is necessary to observe the proportions of 1: 2, 1: 3, 1:10, taking into account the goals pursued.

Recommendations for the selection and proper use of ginger essential oil

1. When purchasing ginger oil, pay attention to the Latin name. The presence of such is one of the signs of naturalness.
2. The tool does not have toxic properties, but it is better to use it in diluted form, with a greasy or emulsifying base - oil, kefir, chicken egg yolk, vodka.
3. With increased sensitivity to the effect of ultraviolet radiation on the skin, reactions in the form of burns and the formation of pigmentation - you can not use ether before going outside in the hot season.
4. With obvious signs of individual non-perception of the product - shortness of breath, migraine, increased heart rate, skin reactions, the use of the product is unacceptable.

Store in plastic containers and metal containers. Also, its validity can be extended by avoiding light and heat exposure.

Video: how to cook and apply ginger oil