Ginger is the richest source of nutrients, so it is successfully introduced into the composition of many cosmetic and medicinal products.
Ginger oil has the widest range of beneficial properties, it is used in many areas, such as medicine, cosmetology and others.
In this article we will try to tell in detail about how to properly use this miraculous essential oil of the root.
What is it and what are the types?
Ginger oil is a light yellow liquid with a strong spicy-woody aroma. The plant extract is mixed with any vegetable oil. Commercially produced by direct pressing or steam distillation, in case used for making dried roots.
- Plain ginger oil - differs from ether in that it is not cooked on an industrial scale and the concentration of substances in it is less.
- Essential oil - Powerfully stimulates the metabolism in tissues. Heats the skin, increases blood circulation, removes toxins. It has a high concentration of substances, since the hood is manufactured on an industrial scale, therefore it requires dilution before use.
- Hydrophilic oil - successfully applied in cosmetology for effective cleansing. Also, a product of industrial production, containing in addition to ginger oil substances that allow successful cosmetic procedures. Ready to use, does not require dilution.
Chemical composition
Vitamins and trace elements (mg) | Ordinary oil | Essential | Hydrophilic |
K | 5 | 13 | 12 |
C | 0,16 | 0,5 | 0,24 |
B6 | 0,203 | 0,4 | 0,017 |
B5 | 28,8 | 41,2 | 2,1 |
Choline | 0,034 | 0,17 | 0,19 |
B2 | 0,025 | 0,046 | 0,046 |
B1 | 0,021 | 18 | 0,014 |
Beta carotene | 0,83 | 30 | 0,015 |
A | 0,057 | 0,045 | 3,35 |
Zinc | 0,34 | 3,64 | 4,73 |
Selenium | 0,7 | 55,8 | 0,090 |
Copper | 0,226 | 0,48 | 3,35 |
Manganese | 0,229 | 33,3 | 0,045 |
Iron | 0,6 | 19,8 | 10,5 |
Phosphorus | 34 | 25 | 74 |
Sodium | 27,8 | 27 | 0,092 |
Magnesium | 0,024 | 0,214 | 3,38 |
Calcium | 0,027 | 0,114 | 0,027 |
Potassium | 0,019 | 0,320 | 13,5 |
Given the high concentration of substances and severity of action, the best option is the essential oil.
Properties, indications and contraindications
Presented below The list of indications is applicable to regular and essential oil:
- The oil has antiviral properties and is able to cope with herpes.
- A good painkiller for neuralgia and headaches of various etiologies.
- Removes inflammatory processes and can be used as an expectorant.
- Stimulates successful healing of wounds and abscesses.
- It improves cerebral circulation and is a good prevention of atherosclerosis.
- The aroma of essential oil improves mood and is able to conquer stress.
- Effective oil for the treatment of arthritis and arthrosis, helping to reduce inflammation and restore cartilage tissue.
Hydrophilic oil is indicated for use.:
- With dry skin.
- With acne and postacne.
- For daily care of combination and sensitive skin.
Contraindications for the use of any ginger oils ginger oils include:
- Burns, undiluted essential oil can not be applied to wounds.
- Individual intolerance and allergic reactions are also a reason to refuse to use the tool.
- Increased temperature.
- Liver disease.
- A stomach ulcer.
- Age up to seven years.
Important! During pregnancy, the possibility of using ginger oil must be coordinated with your doctor. In general, all manufacturers indicate pregnancy as a contraindication to the use of oil, but if its flow is smooth, a specialist can allow the use of this tool.
Home use
Is it possible to get it yourself?
Ginger oil is useful to have available in every home. You can cook it yourself. Considering that this version of the oil is not as concentrated as that prepared in an industrial environment, it is not necessary to dilute it before use, it is suitable for use inside.
Instructions for making
Ingredients:
- Base oil, best suited olive, almond or jojoba.
- A piece of ginger rhizome, measuring about five centimeters.
Cooking:
- Remove the peel from the ginger and cut it into translucent plates.
- Put in a glass container, pour oil.
- Cover the container and put it in a dark place to insist for three weeks.
- Strain the finished oil and store in a cool place.
Where to buy essential and hydrophilic?
Ginger oil is commercially available.. It can be easily purchased at pharmacies or stores that specialize in aroma oils. In addition, hydrophilic oil is often sold in beauty care stores.
The price of essential oil ranges from 130 - 150 rubles for 50 ml in Moscow and 120 - 130 rubles in St. Petersburg.
How to use?
For face
To remove freckles, you can use homemade ginger oil in the following embodiment.
Ingredients:
- Almond oil - two teaspoons.
- Ginger oil - four drops.
- Pink grapefruit oil - three drops.
- Rosewood oil - three drops.
Preparation: add the rest of the ingredients to the almond oil and mix.
Application: apply the mixture to the skin in the morning and evening for at least a month to achieve the whitening effect.
Mask for oily skin
Ingredients:
- Ginger essential oil - 1 tsp.
- White clay - 1 tbsp.
- Cool brewed green tea - 1 tsp.
- Chamomile tea - 1 tsp
Preparation: add all ingredients to white clay - mix.
Application: apply the mask once a week for 15-20 minutes, after rinsing with warm water.
In its pure form for the face, you can use little hydrophilic. It is a mild but very effective cleanser. The advantage of this particular type of oil is that it is able to bind wax and fatty components on the skin and is easily removed with water with them. Hydrophilic ginger oil does not dry the skin, unlike many makeup removers.
We offer to watch a video on how to make a mask using ginger oil:
For hair
Stimulating growth
The recipe uses essential ginger oil.
Ingredients:
- One tablespoon of burdock or olive oil.
- One teaspoon of coarse salt.
- Ten drops of ginger oil.
Preparation: All ingredients need to be mixed into a homogeneous mass.
Application:
- The composition is carefully rubbed into the scalp.
- Put on a plastic cap and hold on to the hair for half an hour, then wash off with shampoo.
The mask actively stimulates hair growth and fights against hair loss.
Against hair loss
Another composition that saves hair from falling out, is prepared as follows.
Ingredients:
- Slices of ginger - seven pieces.
- Odorless vegetable oil - 100 ml.
Preparation: pour ginger with oil and insist for three weeks in a dark, not hot place.
Application: twice a week to rub the mixture into the scalp.
For hands
For soft skin
Ingredients:
- Olive oil - 10 ml.
- Ginger essential oil - 4 drops.
Preparation: add ginger oil to olive oil - mix.
Application: The resulting composition is applied daily to the skin of the hands, it nourishes, relieves dryness and heals wounds.
With whitening effect
Ingredients:
- Chopped parsley - 1 tsp.
- Bold cottage cheese - 3 tsp.
- Fish oil - 3 drops.
- Ginger essential oil - 2 drops.
Cooking:
- From parsley squeeze juice. That he is needed for the mask.
- All components mix.
Application: hold the mask on hand for 20 minutes, then rinse with cool water. To enhance the effect, you can wear warm gloves.
Important! It is useful to rub undiluted essential oil in the nail plate and cuticle. This will achieve the effect of whitening, cuticle soften, and strengthen nails.
For aromatherapy
For aromatherapy essential oil is used in the following versions.
Stress relief
Ingredients: bottle of ginger essential oil.
Application: periodically open the bottle and take a few deep breaths over it - this will relieve tension, remove the effects of stress and calm the headache.
Air Disinfection
Would need:
- Ginger essential oil.
- Oil burner.
Application: apply a few drops of oil onto the platform of aromolamps.
Exhaust spicy vapors will not only improve your mood, but also disinfect the air in the room.
Slimming
For ingestion and stimulation of digestion, homemade oil is best suited.
Salad recipe
Ingredients:
- Cucumber - 200 grams.
- Carrots - 300 grams.
- Garlic - 1 clove.
- Sesame - 20 grams.
- Ginger oil - 10 ml.
Cooking:
- Cucumber cut into strips, grate carrots on a large grater.
- Garlic skip through the press.
- Ingredients mix, sprinkle with sesame seeds and season with ginger oil.
Ginger inhibits appetite and improves digestion, helps to eliminate toxins and excess fluid from the body. Due to this, the results of the diet will not take long.
Against cellulite
For weight loss in complex therapy, ginger essential oil is used against cellulite.
Ingredients:
- Ginger oil - five drops.
- Juniper oil - three drops.
- One hundred grams of olive oil.
Preparation: mix ingredients.
Application: rub the composition in the problem areas, wrap film, leave for twenty minutes.
From rheumatism
Improved blood circulation
The main component of the recipe for a massage: essential oil of ginger.
Procedure progress:
- Massage should be carried out in the morning, while the patient is still in bed to prevent overload of the joint.
- Apply four drops of oil on the palm and gently rub in a sore spot clockwise. This will improve blood circulation and distribute the load on the muscles.
- Next you need to make light tapping with your fingers, achieving a slight vibration of the joints.
- Complete the massage with stroking movements directed upwards from the sore spot.
With alcohol
Would need:
- Ginger essential oil - three drops.
- A glass of 96% alcohol.
Cooking:
- Dilute oil in alcohol.
- During the week, insist away from sunlight.
Application: use tincture to rub problem areas four times a day.
Tired feet
Ingredients:
- Foot cream - portion, for single use.
- Essential oil of ginger 2-3 drops.
Preparation: mix the ingredients.
Application: the composition is rubbed daily, until the symptoms of chronic fatigue disappear. Ginger is a very good venotonic.
Trays to relieve feelings of heaviness
Will need:
- Wash basin with warm water.
- A few drops of oil.
Preparation: thoroughly dissolve the oil in water.
Application:
- Dip your feet for fifteen minutes.
- After the procedure, dry your feet without wiping with a towel.
These baths help to relax after a hard day at work, and also have a beneficial effect on the feet, helping them relieve fatigue and have a good effect on your general condition.
Allergy
Ginger is not a strong allergen.therefore, a painful reaction of this kind on the part of the body to the extract from the root is quite rare. Despite this, before the first application it is necessary to conduct tests:
- If you plan to use oil in aromatherapy, then you need to open the bottle and take a few breaths. If a headache or nausea is not noticed within a day after that, the product is suitable.
- If the oil will be used for cosmetic purposes or used inside, then you need to put a few drops on the wrist. If irritation does not appear on the skin within 24 hours, then the immune system took ginger well.
Ginger oil in all its forms is a unique healing and care product. If there are no contraindications, you can advise everyone to have it in your home arsenal of useful drugs.