It is derived from warm, spicy herb Zingiber officinale through steam distillation method. Its main constituents are l-zingiberene, d-camphene, phellandrene, borneol, cineole and citral. Ginger is originated in India.
Ginger oil is warming and energizing so it has many application in medical and Ayurveda. Ginger oil is used in aromatherapy as it brings feeling of courageous and self assurance and provides relief from depression, mental stress, dizziness, restlessness, exhaustion and anxiety.
It is analgesic in nature as it provides relieve from pain due to its Zingibain component, it reduce prostaglandin, it helps in treatment of muscle aches, headache, arthritis, rheumatism and migraine. Also, used for treatment for various stomach issues such as colic, indigestion, diarrhea, spasm and stomach aches.