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ZINGIBER OFFICINALE ROOT OIL.

Valuable CAS 8007-08-7 / FRAGRANCE, PERFUMING, SKIN CONDITIONING, TONIC

Zingiber Officinale Root Oil is a potent botanical ingredient derived from ginger, known to promote smooth, clear, and radiant-looking skin. It helps to even out skin tone, enhance elasticity, and offers anti-aging benefits.

Summary

Masking Skin conditioning Tonic Perfuming Antioxidant Anti-inflammatory Antimicrobial Sebum-regulating Collagen boosting

Science

Mechanism of Action

This oil acts as a strong antioxidant and anti-inflammatory, neutralizing free radicals and soothing irritation while suppressing pro-inflammatory enzymes and cytokines. It also provides antimicrobial actions, improves microcirculation, stimulates collagen, regulates sebum, and supports skin barrier repair.

Research

Clinical Evidence

Medium confidence
Effective range 0.5–10%
Optimal

2%

Key findings

  1. 01 Recommended Usage in Skincare Formulations
  2. 02 Recommended Usage
  3. 03 In vivo alleviation effects on TPA induced ear swelling in mice
  4. 04 Animal study on UVB-induced skin inflammation

Transparency

Dusting Analysis

Not commonly dusted

Zingiber Officinale Root Oil demonstrates efficacy at relatively low concentrations, reducing the likelihood of it being merely 'dusted' in formulations.

The Formula

Formulation

Solubility
Oil
Optimal pH 4 – 6
0 7 14

Stability

Best added in the cool down phase of formulation. Store in a cool, dark, and dry place for a shelf life of two years.

Conflicts

  • Alcohol-based products (can be drying)
  • Undiluted direct application to skin (causes irritation)

Safety

Safety Profile

CIR Status
Safe with restrictions
Max tested
10%
Sensitization risk Moderate

The CIR has deemed ginger-derived ingredients safe with restrictions. While generally safe when properly diluted, undiluted application or high concentrations can lead to significant skin irritation and burning.

Your Skin

Skin Compatibility

Yes Normal
Yes Dry
Yes Oily
Yes Sensitive
Irritancy Moderate
Comedogenicity Unknown

Our Assessment

Verdict

Valuable

Zingiber Officinale Root Oil is a valuable multi-functional ingredient, offering significant antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and regenerative benefits when properly formulated at concentrations up to 10%.

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