-Ginger Essential Oil-
The origin of ginger is believed to be Southern Asia. Ginger has been part of Chinese traditional medicine for around 3,000 years, and is mentioned in the oldest currently-known pharmacological record in China, Emperor Shen Nung’s Pen-ts’ao Ching (Canon of Herbs), which was written around 2,700 BCE.
Eventually, ginger found its way from India to Gaza and Alexandria by way of the Red Sea; from there it was traded to the Egyptians, Greeks and Romans who used it extensively regardless of it being heavily taxed.
After being introduced to England in the early 11th century ginger became the second most popular spice after black pepper, and remained so for over a hundred years.
Aromatic Notes: a middle note with a medium aroma, it has a warm, spicy, woody scent with a hint of lemon and pepper.
Essential Oil Effects: warming, clearing, and comforting. In Ayurvedic medicine, Ginger Oil has traditionally been believed to soothe emotional difficulties such as nervousness, sadness, low self-confidence, and a lack of enthusiasm.
Topically, it has a warming sensation which stimulates the skin and help improve poor circulation It also can easing muscle strains, backache, arthritis and rheumatism. Its antioxidant properties are known to have a protective effect on the skin, inhibiting the signs of skin damage and aging, such as wrinkles and fine lines. Its stimulating properties make it an ideal ingredient in revitalizing moisturizers that restore color and radiance to a dull complexion.
-Lime Essential Oil-
The lime was introduced throughout the world through migration and trade. Origins are in the tropical regions of Asia but it was brought to The Middle East and the Mediterranean region via the spice trade routes around 1200 years ago.
Aromatic Notes: a top note with a medium aroma, this particular Lime has a dryer camphoraceous note because of the chemical constituents in younger limes.
Essential Oil Effects: energizing, uplifting, and refreshing.
Topically it has an energizing and astringent effect on the skin. We specifically use a steam distilled Organic Lime Essential Oil which is not phototoxic and is safer for skin/topical use.
