ginger oil
binomial name: zingiber officinale
a powerful health-enhancing root, ginger has been used in herbal remedies throughout many civilizations. valued for its varied culinary and medicinal uses, it is mostly known for its sharp, spicy scent and warming effects.
benefit: historically, it is one of the best herbs for joint health due to its powerful anti-inflammatory properties. this deeply invigorating oil improves blood circulation, relieves muscle and joint aches, stiffness, and even arthritis. as it warms up the body, it helps to induce sweating to purge toxins, energizing the body and waking up the skin. due to its stimulating effects, it is also considered to be an aphrodisiac.
