Latin Name: Zingiber officinale Plant Family: Zingiberaceae Plant Part Used: Rhizomes Extraction Method: Steam distillation Scent: Warm, spicy and woody Color: Pale yellow to dark amber Viscosity: Thin Shelf Life: 6 years Max Dermal Use Level: 4% Notes (Perfume): Base (to Middle) Phototoxic: Yes (very low level) Safe for Kids: No Safe for Pregnancy: Yes Safe for Breastfeeding: Yes Has GRAS Status: Yes...

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If you have just started your aromatherapy journey, then most probably you are only familiar with essential oils. However, did you know that there are other aromatic plant extracts besides essential oils? I’m talking about Absolutes, CO2 Extracts and Hydrosols. These plant extracts also have benefits akin to essential oils and might have their own distinct characteristics not found on essential oils. Let’s...

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