Galangal Root Oil

Galangal Essential Oil is a volatile oil extracted from the dried rhizomes of Alpinia officinarum Hance (family Zingiberaceae). The rhizomes are harvested in late summer to early autumn, washed to remove fibrous roots and residual scales, cut into segments, and sun-dried before extraction. Shenlong Herbal is the professional galangal Root Oil manufacturer or factory in China, with competitive price and best quality of our products.

1. Pharmaceutical & Healthcare

• Anticancer Agent: Inhibits lung cancer cell growth in vitro and in vivo, induces apoptosis (programmed cell death), and regulates proteins like Bcl-2 and caspase-3.
• Antiosteoporosis Treatment: Enhances alkaline phosphatase (ALP) activity and mineralized bone nodule formation in osteoblasts, aiding bone health.
• Gastric Disease Management: Potential therapeutic effects on chronic atrophic gastritis, leveraging its anti-inflammatory properties.
• Broad antibacterial: Key components 1,8-cineole and α-terpineol. It significantly inhibits pathogenic bacteria such as Staphylococcus aureus, hemolytic streptococci, and Streptococcus pneumoniae, supporting its adjunctive use in treating skin infections or respiratory inflammations.
• Digestive System Regulation: Traditionally used to alleviate epigastric pain due to cold invasion and vomiting of clear fluid, often enhanced by(synergy) with dried ginger (Zingiber officinale) and Cyperus rotundus. Modern studies confirm its ability to promote gastrointestinal motility and improve functional dyspepsia.
• Anti-ulcer & Hepatoprotective Effects: Flavonoids (e.g., galangin) protect gastric mucosa by suppressing Helicobacter pylori adhesion and reducing ulcer risk, while demonstrating mild choleretic activity to enhance bile secretion.

2. Skincare & Cosmetics

• Antioxidant Formulations: Fights free radicals in anti-aging serums and creams, though direct evidence is limited compared to other oils (e.g., red ginseng oil).
• Anti-Inflammatory Products: Addresses skin irritation and eczema in topical ointments.
• Potent Free Radical Scavenging: Exhibits significant DPPH radical-scavenging activity (IC₅₀ as low as 1.249 μg/ml) . When incorporated into facial serums at 1% concentration + Jojoba oil base, it delays skin aging processes by neutralizing oxidative stress.
• Enhanced Microcirculation: Promotes dermal blood flow to improve skin elasticity and reduce wrinkle formation, making it suitable for anti-aging massage oil formulations.

3. Food

• Natural Flavoring: Used as a 100% pure essential oil in beverages, baked goods, and confectionery for its spicy, earthy aroma.
• Functional Food Additive: Incorporated into health supplements for digestive and anti-inflammatory benefits.

4. Aromatherapy

• Fragrance Compound: Serves as a base note in perfumes, soaps, and aromatherapy blends due to its long-lasting scent.
• Massage Oils: Blended into rheumatic pain-relief oils for muscle and joint discomfort.

1KG, 5KG, 25KG, 180KG Drum

Stored in a cool and dry well-closed container, keep away from moisture, strong or direct sun light and heat.

3 years under Ideal Storage Conditions