A member of the turmeric family, ginger oil can be massaged onto the body to provide powerful pain relief and ease aching muscles. Its anti-inflammatory qualities also make it effective in combatting arthritis and rheumatic conditions as well as migraines and headaches. Ginger is very mineral-dense which can calm irritated skin and leave it looking silky smooth. Used on the hair, ginger can banish dandruff gently and naturally.