Ginger CO₂ Extract

INCI Name

Zingiber Officinale (Ginger) Root Extract

Botanical Name

Zingiber officinale

Ginger CO₂ extract is obtained from the root of Zingiber officinale using carbon dioxide extraction. Rich in zingiberene, gingerols, and shogaols, it provides a warm, spicy aroma and antioxidant support. Used in creams, serums, balms, and warming blends, it is valued for its invigorating sensory qualities and effectiveness at low concentrations.

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Primary Function
Botanical Extract
Add'l Function
Antioxidant
Scent Profile
Spiced
Warm
Sharp
Exotic
Is It Natural?
Naturally Identical (CO₂ Extract)
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Botanical Building Blocks for Every Blend

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Skin Type Suitability

All
Mature
Dry
Normal
Considered Safe for Teens
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Typical Product Use

Fragrance, warming agent, antioxidant, skin-conditioning

Product Type(s):

Serum
Cream
Lotion
Balm
Butter
Mask
Oil
Hydrating Product
General Use

Typical Usage Range:

0.1–0.5% in facial care; up to 1% in body care; highly concentrated

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Supportive Qualities

Provides a warm, spicy aroma; traditionally valued for its stimulating and invigorating qualities; supportive in warming cosmetic blends

Primary Components:

Zingiberene, β-sesquiphellandrene, bisabolene, gingerols, shogaols

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Important to Know

May cause skin sensitivity in high concentrations; patch test recommended; avoid use on very sensitive or damaged skin

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Sourcing Tips

Preferred Extraction Method:

CO₂ extraction

Choose cosmetic-grade CO₂ extract; standardized for gingerols and essential oil content; store in cool, dark conditions

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More information*

Explore additional safety and regulatory data from trusted external sources:

Cosmetics Info
Cosmetic Ingredient Review
EWG's Skin Deep
INCIDecoder
SkinSAFE
SpecialChem

*The ingredient details on this page are intended for general educational use and should not be considered exhaustive. Additional properties, uses, or safety considerations may be available from other sources. Root & Ritual Apothecary is not affiliated with Cosmetics Info, Cosmetic Ingredient Review (CIR), INCIDecoder, SkinSafe, EWG Skin Deep, or SpecialChem. External links are provided solely for informational purposes; Root & Ritual does not control or guarantee the accuracy, methodology, or conclusions of third-party sources, including consumer rating systems such as EWG.