Dr. Streicher says: Gingergrass is a welcome much better priced substitute for rosewood. Both contain mainly linalool, which is mainly responsible for the therapeutic effect of both oils. Gingergrass may be used in any formulation where rosewood is required.
About the Plant:
Gingergrass is an herbaceous and fragrant grass that is native to India, thriving in moist soil environments. It grows densely up to around nine feet with long slender stems and flowering tops.
Where it Grows:
Certified Organic Gingergrass
Traditional Uses and Lore:
Gingergrass was used in India all the way back in the 18th century for poor circulation, stress and skin care. It was added in soaps and perfumery due to its uplifting and healing properties and has continued to be in soaps, perfumes and skin care products to this day.
USDA Certified Organic
Skin Care Helper
Congestion Relieving
Mood-Boosting
Certified Organic Gingergrass Essential Oil is an all-around sunny day. It improves mood, calms the mind, increases concentration, and warms the heart. This is a great oil to carry around with you everywhere you go!
Topical Application (for use on the skin):
Overall Topical Application: Dilute up to 1-2% in any carrier oil (5-10 drops per tablespoon of carrier oil) for the following and apply to affected areas:
Circulatory System:
Helps Circulation
Sluggish Blood Flow
Musculoskeletal System:
Joint and Muscle Pain
Sore Muscles
Nervous System:
Stress
Low Mood / Depression
Foggy Mind / Low Concentration
Respiratory System:
Sinus Issues
Congestion
Head Colds
Whole Body Massage: Dilute up to 1% in any carrier oil (5 drops per tablespoon of carrier oil) for the following:
Nervous System:
Stress
Low Mood / Depression
Foggy Mind / Low Concentration
Musculoskeletal System:
Joint and Muscle Pain
Sore Muscles
Note: for Skin Care Health
Dilute to 1-2% in Rosehip Seed Carrier Oil or unscented facial care product for the following:
Wrinkles
Acne / Blemishes
Wounds
Scars
Diffusion / Inhalation (add a few drops to a nebulizer or nasal inhaler):
Nervous System:
Increases Confidence
Improves Determination and Personal Drive
Increases Optimism
Respiratory System:
Coughs / Colds
Bronchitis / Sinusitis
Sore Throats
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Safety Precautions:
Gingergrass Organic Essential Oil is non-toxic, non-irritant, and non-sensitizing.
Avoid during pregnancy.
General Safety Precautions:
Use essential oils only in diluted form on the skin and never internally.
Always be careful when using essential oils with children.
Give them only low doses, or better, consult a qualified aromatherapy expert before using.
Use essential oils with care and only under the proper guidance of an expert while pregnant or if you have liver damage, epilepsy, cancer, or other serious health problems.
Certified Organic Gingergrass Essential Oil is the spicy cousin of Lemongrass and popular sibling of Palmarosa. Its spicy and warming qualities are excellent for moving congestion and getting the blood flowing. Gingergass helps with depression, stress, poor concentration and is wonderful for bad days when you need a little sunshine. Another great use for Gingergrass is for the common aches and pains that can afflict the body. Gingergrass stimulates the circulatory system, increasing blood flow and reducing inflammation, reducing pain from joints, sore muscles, and headaches.
The following is a list of conditions which Gingergrass Essential Oil addresses by category:
Nervous System:
Depression
Stress / Headaches
Concentration / Mind
Respiratory System:
Bronchitis / Sinusitis
Congestion
Coughs / Colds
Integumentary (Skin/Hair) System:
Acne / Blemishes
Wrinkles
Scars / Wounds
Musculoskeletal System:
Joint / Muscle Pain
Sore Muscle
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