As you will have seen last week the signature oil for Scorpio is Patchouli, however as this oil has already been addressed on the blog September 3, 2008 , (scroll down the page)so I'm going to look at one of the other oils listed under Scorpio.
You can read a mini profile on Ginger on the website.
Ginger has been used for thousands of years as both a spice and a medicinal remedy. The Greeks treated stomach disorders with ginger and administered it as an antidote to poison while the ancient Egyptians incorporated it into their cooking to ward off epidemics. In the East, Chinese doctors used ginger as a heart strengthening tonic, as well as to strengthen the constitution and relieve head congestion. They also treated any illness associated with cold, damp conditions (colds & flu, rheumatism, headaches and muscle tension) with ginger.
Ginger root is available as both a steam distilled oil and a CO2 extraction. The CO2 extraction has a marvelous yummy smell just like real ginger, however it is much more skin irritating that steam distilled Ginger so it is best to use the steam distilled Ginger in topical applications and reserve the CO2 version for inhalation products like diffusers, inhalers, misters etc.
On a subtle level Ginger helps to open up the inner eye which allows one to perceive the shadow self and befriend the inner child within. This in turn can lead to transformations and healing. Ginger brings strength and promotes courage and confidence. It invites abundance by helping us to tap into the richness of the universe. It also helps with the belief that one deserves to experience abundant life. Ginger is used in sexuality, love, courage and money attracting blends.
Use in low concentrations as this oil can cause skin irritation.
With American Thanksgiving just a month away and Christmas a little under two months away, now might be a good time to start thinking about creating some special gifts for those you love. You can find lots of recipes in the e-book Aromatic Gifts for all ages and for all seasons.
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