{"product_id":"plai-essential-oil","title":"Plai Essential Oil Wild Harvest","description":"\u003cp\u003eCooling, intense, and deeply therapeutic. Plai is the oil that Thai massage therapists have relied on for generations, and once you experience it, you'll understand why.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eValley of the Moon's Plai is a wild harvest essential oil steam distilled from the rhizome of Zingiber cassumunar, sourced from Thailand. A member of the ginger family, Plai shares its botanical lineage with \u003ca href=\"\/products\/ginger-essential-oil\" title=\"Ginger Essential Oil\"\u003eGinger\u003c\/a\u003e but diverges dramatically in character. Where Ginger is warming, Plai is cooling. Where Ginger is stimulating, Plai is profoundly analgesic. Said to be the only essential oil known to relieve pain in and of itself, Plai is a must-have for anyone working with joint and muscle imbalances, chronic pain, or inflammation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Oil\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBotanical Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Zingiber cassumunar\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlant Part:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rhizome\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExtraction:\u003c\/strong\u003e Steam distilled\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCultivation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Wild harvest\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAroma:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fresh, green, and herbaceous with a cool, slightly spicy depth\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePerfumery Note:\u003c\/strong\u003e Middle note\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy It Works\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProfound Pain Relief:\u003c\/strong\u003e Said to be the only essential oil known to relieve pain in and of itself, Plai is prized by Thai massage therapists for its ability to ease joint and muscle imbalances with an intensity that sets it apart from other analgesic oils.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCooling, Not Warming:\u003c\/strong\u003e Unlike other members of the ginger family, Plai is cooling in nature, making it ideal for inflamed, hot, or swollen joints and muscles where warming oils would be contraindicated.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMore Intense Than Ginger:\u003c\/strong\u003e While botanically related to Ginger, Plai's properties are more intense and its analgesic action more pronounced.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAntimicrobial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Has antimicrobial properties shown to be effective in fighting infection.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRespiratory Support:\u003c\/strong\u003e May be helpful for respiratory problems including asthma, catarrh, chronic colds, and flu.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow to Experience It\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTopical Application:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dilute 1-2 drops per 1 oz of carrier oil before applying to skin. Massage into sore joints, inflamed muscles, or areas of chronic pain for cooling, analgesic relief.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMassage Blend:\u003c\/strong\u003e A cornerstone of Thai massage practice. Combine with other anti-inflammatory oils in a carrier for a deeply therapeutic muscle and joint blend.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDiffusion:\u003c\/strong\u003e Add a few drops to a diffuser for respiratory support during colds, flu, or chronic respiratory complaints.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat You'll Feel\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRelieved:\u003c\/strong\u003e Joint and muscle pain eased with a cooling, profound analgesic action unlike any other oil in the collection.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCool:\u003c\/strong\u003e Inflammation soothed and heat reduced by one of nature's most effective cooling therapeutic oils.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRestored:\u003c\/strong\u003e The deep, rejuvenating quality that has made Plai a cornerstone of Thai healing tradition for generations.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eMade For Moments Like These\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJoint and muscle pain relief, post-workout recovery, inflammation and swelling, Thai-inspired massage blends, respiratory support, or any time you need a cooling, profoundly analgesic oil that goes beyond what standard pain-relief oils can offer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eProduct Details\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBotanical Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Zingiber cassumunar\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExtraction:\u003c\/strong\u003e Steam distilled from rhizome\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCultivation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Wild harvest\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePurity:\u003c\/strong\u003e 100% pure essential oil, no additives or adulterants\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eExplore More by Valley of the Moon\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDiscover the full \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/valley-of-the-moon-aromatherapy\"\u003eValley of the Moon essential oil collection\u003c\/a\u003e for more wildcrafted and organic single oils.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSafe Use Guidelines\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFor external use only. Always dilute before skin application. Keep out of reach of children. Avoid contact with eyes and mucous membranes. Do not use internally. Consult your healthcare provider if pregnant, nursing, or under medical supervision. These statements have not been evaluated by the FDA. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Valley of the Moon","offers":[{"title":"5 ml","offer_id":36113005641886,"sku":"ES0131","price":12.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"10 ml","offer_id":36113005674654,"sku":"ES0132","price":21.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0457\/5379\/4718\/files\/plai_essential_oil_wildcrafted_Instagram_Post.jpg?v=1728245754","url":"https:\/\/www.aromathyme.com\/products\/plai-essential-oil","provider":"Aroma Thyme Aromatherapy","version":"1.0","type":"link"}