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$8.99
Warm spicy aroma that adds cozy depth to diffuser blends, a great oil for massage and body care routines, and a distinctive scent for soaps, candles & DIY creations.
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Description
Handcraft Blends Ginger Essential Oil is a 100% pure and natural, steam-distilled oil with a warm, spicy, and earthy aroma. Made from Zingiber officinalis sourced from China, it can be used in compatible diffusers, seasonal scent blends, soaps, candles, and properly diluted body-care formulas. The amber glass bottle includes a built-in dropper for controlled measuring.
Ginger Root Essential Oil with a Spicy, Earthy Aroma
Ginger Essential Oil combines dry spice, earthy depth, and a recognizable rooty character. Its bold aroma works well in autumn, winter, holiday, botanical, and spice-inspired home-fragrance projects.
Begin with a low drop count and allow the scent to disperse before adding more. Ginger can become prominent quickly, so gradual measuring helps keep citrus, floral, woody, and resinous notes noticeable in the completed blend.
Benefits & Features of Ginger Essential Oil
- Warm spicy aroma – Combines dry spice, earthy undertones, and characteristic ginger-root notes.
- Single botanical oil – Made from steam-distilled Zingiber officinalis.
- Measured diffuser use – Current directions recommend approximately 2–4 drops per 100 mL of water.
- Wide blending range – Pairs with selected citrus, floral, woody, spice, and resinous essential oils.
- DIY project versatility – Can be measured into compatible soaps, candles, room fragrances, and cosmetic bases.
- Controlled dispensing – The built-in dropper helps portion this concentrated aroma.
Ginger Essential Oil for Diffusers & Home Fragrance
Add approximately 2–4 drops of Ginger Essential Oil per 100 mL of water in a compatible diffuser, following the device instructions. Begin with two drops, allow the aroma to circulate, and increase only if a stronger ginger-spice scent is preferred.
Use it alone for a direct ginger aroma or incorporate it into a carefully measured seasonal fragrance. Record every oil and drop count so the blend can be recreated consistently.
Essential Oils to Blend with Ginger
Handcraft Blends Ginger Essential Oil pairs with bergamot, grapefruit, lemon, lime, mandarin, or orange for citrus contrast. Cedarwood, frankincense, juniper, or sandalwood can create a deeper woody-resinous direction.
For floral combinations, test ginger with geranium, jasmine, palmarosa, rose, or ylang ylang. Clove or coriander can emphasize its spice character, while eucalyptus adds a sharper herbal note. Prepare a small test blend and introduce ginger gradually.
Ginger Oil for Candles, Soap & DIY Projects
Ginger Essential Oil can add an earthy spice note to compatible candles, soaps, wax projects, and other handmade fragrance formulas. It is especially relevant to ginger candle scents, seasonal soap projects, and layered fall or winter fragrance blends.
Confirm compatibility with the selected base and follow its supplier’s usage-rate and temperature guidance. Essential oils can perform differently in wax, soap, alcohol, water-based products, and carrier oils, so prepare a small test batch before scaling.
Diluted Ginger Essential Oil for Body Care
For topical cosmetic use, dilute Ginger Essential Oil in a compatible carrier oil. The current product directions provide a general guideline of up to 1–2%, approximately 6–12 drops per 1 fl oz or 30 mL of carrier oil.
Do not apply undiluted Ginger Essential Oil directly to the skin. Patch test the completed formula before broader use, keep it away from the eyes and sensitive areas, and measure each ingredient carefully.
What Makes Ginger Essential Oil Different?
Ginger Essential Oil centers on a rooty combination of dry spice and earth. Cinnamon Essential Oil has a sweeter, more immediately recognizable cinnamon-spice character, while Clove Leaf Essential Oil has a sharper clove aroma. Ginger retains its own drier, earthier direction.
Use Ginger Essential Oil for root-spice diffuser blends, seasonal candles, botanical soaps, and diluted body oils where a warm ginger aroma is preferred.
Why Choose Handcraft Blends Ginger Essential Oil?
- 100% pure and natural Ginger Essential Oil
- Botanical name: Zingiber officinalis
- Steam distilled
- Spicy and earthy scent
- Sourced from China
- Amber glass bottle with built-in dropper
- Independently tested
- Bottled in the USA
Warning: For external use only. Always dilute before topical application. Keep away from eyes and sensitive areas. Patch test before first use. Keep out of reach of children and pets. Not for internal use. Discontinue use if discomfort occurs.
Product details
Everything that goes into this bottle — and nothing else.
- Botanical name
Zingiber oficinalis
- Ingredients
Ginger
- Method
Steam Distilled
- Scent
Spicy and Earthy
- Used for
Skin and Breathe
- Sourced from
China
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View report (PDF)How to use
Ginger Essential Oil has a warm, spicy, and bold scent that can help create a cozy, peaceful ambiance when diffused. When properly diluted in a carrier oil, it can also become part of a DIY skin oil to help soothe and nourish skin with a comforting, warming feel.
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Diffuse ginger essential oil using about 2–4 drops per 100 mL of water to fill your space with its warm, spicy aroma. Its bold scent pairs well with citrus or woody oils in diffusers, reed diffusers, or DIY room sprays to create an inviting, calming atmosphere.
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For topical use, always dilute ginger essential oil in a carrier oil such as sweet almond oil or coconut oil. A general guideline is up to 1–2% — roughly 6–12 drops of ginger oil per ounce (30 mL) of carrier. Use this diluted blend on clean skin to help support a warming, soothing feel as part of your body care routine.
Good to know
Warning: For external use only. Ginger essential oil must be diluted before applying to the skin. Avoid contact with eyes and sensitive areas. Some individuals with sensitive skin may find warming oils stimulating — perform a patch test before first use and discontinue if irritation occurs. Keep out of reach of children and pets.
Trusted by +500k customers around the world
Customers praised this oil's authentic ginger scent described as "warm and spicy" and "rich and invigorating." Most shoppers loved using it in diffusers and for soap-making. The 4oz bottle offers excellent value with long expiration dates. However, some noted the scent can be "musky" or requires dilution with carrier oils for topical use to avoid irritation.
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G
I needed a ginger oil that wasn't too strong since I was planning on using it to mix with lemongrass for a soap base and it smells just right. The packaging felt thin at first but the cardboard inside is super sturdy and the dropper is in perfect condition. It's a big glass bottle which has a bit of weight and well protected.
D
This worked very well in my diffuser. The scent was warm and spicy without being overpowering. This bottle is quite large (4 ounces total), so it should last for quite a while. It has a pretty long expiration date as well. Recommend, I hope that this helps.
D
4oz is a lot. The oil seems to be of high quality. The expiration date is a few years from now. Packaging is great! You will not be disappointed.
L
I ordered this bottle of ginger essential oil to use in my house diffuser for aromatherapy. Ginger is supposed to help stimulate your mind. It only takes a couple drops in your diffuser and you can smell this woodsy sent immediately. I love the extra large size four ounce bottle that is handcrafted. It even includes a large dropper, which is perfect for measuring your desired amount of oil. The smell is great and invigorates my soul. This bottle would be a great gift for the essential oil lover in your life.
D
I thought I would like this more than I do BUT it DOES smell like Ginger so I definitely can't complain at all. If you are looking for Ginger then you have come to the right place. This one is definitely for you. It is a generous sized bottle and has a dropper included as well. It is packaged very nicely and would make for a thoughtful gift. Really, I don't have any complaints. It smells like GINGER.
S
I've been very happy with this oil, but as a matter of practice, I use this with a carrier oil. Ginger can be a topical irritant for some people, when used pure. If you do any amount of research, you will find that most, if not all recommendations, are for the use of a carrier oil with the ginger oil. I am very happy with the results from the topical use of this ginger oil. Disclaimer: I am neither a doctor nor a healthcare professional, and this review is my personal opinion, based on my personal experience.
H
Best essential oil. The lemongrass scent is everything! On my second bottle.
H
Great and right on time
A
I used it for cold press soap loaf. The scent didn't fade.
J
I love using this oil in my diffuser because it's not one of those really sweet or flowery scents. It's rich and a little spicy, and invigorating. Really unique.
S
Just a few drops in my essential oil diffuser and the room fills up with a spicy and mild scent of ginger. In the bottle I feel the scent is more concentrated and strong than when it is in the diffuser with water. Overall good quality oil if you are looking for an aroma therapy scent with ginger.
S
I have a ginger inhaler that I use when travelling as I tend to get motion sick at times. I also have ginger EO that I diffuse when cruising to help with a nausea feeling. I'm really mixed on this bottle of "Ginger essential oil" because it does not smell as robust (warm spicy) as I would have expected this to smell. I feel like there is a secondary fragrance mixed with it although the box and bottle don't mention any. However, I did diffuse a small amount and when doing so, the "strange" smell straight from the bottle was negligible. Perhaps this is too strong an EO to smell right from the bottle. If I "whiff" my hand across the open top, I do smell more of the ginger smell and not the "off" smell. So, I am really mixed. Initially, I wanted to give this product a 1 or 2 star, but because of my latter two points, I'm giving it a 3 star (my handfingers smell "off" just from handling the product). The price is about right for the bottle size; but if you aren't used to ginger, perhaps starting with a smaller bottle would be better as this isn't really a scent for most people nor is it like my other Ginger EO products.
D
I've been using this in a diffuser and it has a nice aroma to it and is not to overpowering. This is the first time I've used a ginger oil. The description is 'spicy, warm, and bold. I would rate this as a more mild less overpowering aroma then other oils I have tried in the diffuser.
H
This comes in a large amber glass bottle, bundled with a separate eyedropper cap and well-packaged in a retail box. Mine is good until 012027, which is just under 3 years from now. The essential oil smells like ginger as expected. It is warm and spicy. You can dilute this with a carrier oil to use as a massage oil, or use it straight in a diffuser for aromatherapy. Overall, I like this ginger essential oil. It is pungent and fresh. Originated in China. This large bottle will last for a long while. Good so far. Worth a consideration.
H
Good for the stomach
A
I ordered this for my new oil diffuser. I have tried it a few times and it is okay. I am fairly new to using oil diffusers, so I cannot comment on the effects as of now. I have ginger in the past in cooking or medicinal purposes. Using it this way will be a new experience.
H
Diffusing now. Love it
X
The bottle of ginger essential oil arrived well packaged and protected. It also comes with a dropper. If you don't like the smell of ginger in general, then this may not be the perfect essential oil for you. I kind of like the smell. More importantly, it is all natural. I have no complaints.
M
Handcraft Blends Ginger Essential Oil - 100 Pure Natural - Premium Therapeutic GradeThis is a large glass bottle with a cap and a glass dropper. It doesnt smell like traditional ginger, it has an earthy smell with a slight back note of ginger. Although you could diffuse it, it would be great to use as an addition to a salve, etc. This is for external use only!
C
This essential oil came in a 4 oz glass bottle with a separate glass dropper. The only ingredient listed is ginger oil. It does smell like ginger, but seems to be more of a musky fragrance. I decided to just put this on a cotton ball and leave in the room before using it in the diffuser. At the end of the day, I couldn't handle the fragrance any longer and threw the cotton away outside. Maybe it would work better combined with other essential oils, but I didn't want to bother. The price of 25.95 seems a bit expensive to me.
E
Very skeptical started off slow but lymphedema in my upper arm chest area has reduced to a tolerable swelling level
J
We have an air diffuser in our bedroom and have tried calming essential oils of various plants. A couple of drops is all that is needed to the water tank. For times when we feel an upset stomach or have nausea symptoms, this ginger root essential oil helps alleviate the body and mind. It is refreshing scent and makes you feel alive and in a better place mentally. The "zing" from the ginger root is from its scientific name: Zingiber officinale. I would not recommend applying this directly onto your skin as you should dilute it for safer results. This set came with two small bottles. There is no dropper included which is a bummer. Overall, there are a few applications that I really wanted the ginger essential oil for. Primarily for the air diffuser is what hits our mark. Just be careful dispensing the drops straight from the bottle. Having a little patience pays off. 4.5 Stars!
G
Prompt delivery- exactly as described