Essential oilOil-solubleOrigin: India

Galangal Oil - Alpinia galanga

Alpinia galanga · Zingiberaceae · Botanical profile

DocumentsTDS and SDS download as PDF · COA on request

Specifications

Botanical name: Alpinia galanga · profile
Family: Zingiberaceae
Common names: Galangal, False Ginger, Kulanjan, Bara Kulanjan, Greater Galangal, Kulinjan
Indian names: அரத்தை, சித்தரத்தை, பேரரத்தை
Synonyms: Alpinia alba, Alpinia bifida, Alpinia carnea, Alpinia pyramidata, Alpinia rheedei, Alpinia viridiflora
Plant part: Rhizome
Form: Essential oil
Solubility: Oil-soluble
INCI: Alpinia Galanga Rhizome Oil
CAS: —
INCI status: INCI by naming convention (not in CosIng)
Applications: Perfumery
Country of origin: India
SKU: 88337-OIL-ALGAL-100G
Documents: TDS and SDS download as PDF on every product page. COA sent with every order and available on request.

Galangal essential oil, also called Kulanjan Oil is extracted by steam distilling of dried rhizome of the plant known botanically as Alpinia galanga

Known as : Galangal, Alpinia galanga,False Ginger, Kulanjan,Bara Kulanjan

Product : Galangal essential oil

Extraction Method : Steam Distillation

Part Used : Rhizome

Active component in Alpinia galanga oil: 1,8-cineole, alpha-pinene, beta-pinene, galangin, eugenol, methyl cinnamate, limonene, camphor, and myrcene

Phyto Properties : antimicrobial, antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and digestive stimulant properties.

Color : Yellow to olive Brown

Aroma	Warm, spicy, woody, with hints of citrus and earthiness
Notes	Middle note
Blends With	Citrus oils (Lemon, Lime), Spices (Clove, Cinnamon), Woods (Cedarwood)
Similar To	Ginger, Cardamom
Uses	Aromatherapy, Digestive aid, Muscle relaxation, Cold and flu relief

HOME APPLIACTION

Aromatherapy: Add 3-5 drops to a diffuser for a warm, spicy aroma.
Massage: Mix 2-3 drops with 1 tbsp carrier oil; massage into sore areas.
Steam Inhalation: Add 1-2 drops to hot water, inhale steam under a towel.
Room Spray: Combine 8-10 drops with 1 cup water + 1 tbsp witch hazel in a spray bottle.
Cooking: Use food-grade oil; mix 1 drop with 1 tsp carrier oil for soups or marinades.
Bath Soak: Mix 4-5 drops with 1 tbsp carrier oil; add to warm bath.
Hair Care: Add 2 drops to shampoo for scalp health.