1. Ginger Root Extract Overview
Ginger Root Extract, also known as Zingiber Officinale Root Extract, is extracted from the rhizome of ginger. It is a natural cosmetic raw material with water solubility. Ginger Root Extract has a certain inhibitory effect on dermatophytes, streptococcus albicans and oral pathogens. It can activate human skin, exhibiting anti-oxidation and anti-aging effects. It can also promote hair growth. At the same time, Ginger Root Extract has the effect of moisturizing and inhibiting stink. Ginger Root Extract plays a vital role in skincare products to exert moisturizing, antibacterial, anti-aging, and anti-oxidant effects.
| Product Name | CAS Number | INCI | |
| Ginger Root Extract | 84696-15-1 | ZINGIBER OFFICINALE (GINGER) ROOT EXTRACT | |
| Product ID | Specification | Minimal Package | Minimal Order Quality |
| PMQD0901 | 0.5% gingerols & 0.5% zingiberene | 1KG | 1KG |
2. Ginger Root Extract Source
Ginger (Latin Name: Zingiber officinale Rosc.) is a perennial herbaceous plant in the ginger family. It is native to tropical regions of Southeastern Asia, and widely cultivated in center, southeast and southwest of China. Ginger is an economic crop with great development and utilization value. In addition to containing gingerone, gingerol and other physiological active substances, it also contains protein, polysaccharides, vitamins and a variety of trace elements. Ginger rhizome can be used for medicinal purposes. Fresh or dried rhizome can be used as cooking ingredients or made into pickles and sugar ginger. Ginger roots are widely applied in industry of food, beverages and cosmetics.
3. Ginger Root Extract Manufacturer Specifications
| Items | Specifications |
| Assay | Gingerol≥0.5% Zingiberene≥0.5% |
| Color | Light yellow power |
| Odor | Characteristic |
| Physical Characteristics | |
| Moisture | ≤5.0% |
| Ash | ≤5.0% |
| Heavy Metals | |
| Heavy Metals | ≤20 ppm |
| Microbiological Tests | |
| Total Plate count | ≤1000cfu/g |
| Yeast/moulds | ≤100cfu/g |
| Staphylococcus aureus | Negative |
| Pseudomonas aeruginosa | Negative |
4. Ginger Root Extract Benefits
- Anti-hair loss
Cosmetics containing Ginger Root Extract are mostly used in hair care products. Because the active ingredients Gingerol and Zingiberene can promote skin blood micro-circulation and metabolism of scalp hair follicles. Thereby Ginger Root Extract helps hair growth and anti-hair loss. Also Ginger Root Extract has a good effect on treating dandruff and preventing hair loss.
- Moisturizing
The polysaccharide contained in Ginger Root Extract is linked to a large number of hydrophilic hydroxyl groups, which makes it highly water-absorbent. In addition, Ginger Root Extract is of low cytotoxicity, and of strong immunity regulation. Therefore, it has dual effects of nutrition and moisturizing. It can be used as a natural moisturizer in cosmetics.
- Anti–oxidation & anti-aging
The active ingredients in Ginger Root Extract have a certain dose-effect relationship for scavenging free radicals •OH and DPPH•. It indicates that Ginger Root Extract has good antioxidant capacity, and can effectively nourish and delay skin aging.
5. Plamed Ginger Root Extract Characteristic
- Good water-solubility, and water solution is clear and transparent.
- Fine powder and light color, which is good for cosmetic formulation.
6. Ginger Root Extract Application & Reference Dosage
| Application Product | Reference Dosage |
| Facial cleanser, toner, essence, lotion, cream, gel, shampoo, etc. | 0.5-2.0% |
Ginger Root Extract application cases in major cosmetic brands in the world:
| Country | Brand | Product |
| Japan | Shu uemura | Skin Purifier Ultime8 Cleansing Oil |
| Curel | Moisture Eye Zone Essence | |
| Korea | Dr. Jart + | Dermask Water Jet Vital Hydra Solution |
| Paparecipe | Bombee Honey Mask | |
| Sulwhasoo | First Care Activating Serum | |
| USA | Origins | Soothing Treatment Lotion |
| Elizabeth Arden | Prevage Anti-aging Daily Serum 2.0 | |
| China | WINONA | Sun Protection Serum
Anti-acne Cleansing Foam |
| Hanhoo | Moisturizing and Sun Protection Cream | |
| BINSIS | Skin Barrier Repair Lotion |
7. Ginger Root Extract Reference Formula
Anti-aging Cream
| Ingredient | Content(%) | Ingredient | Content(%) |
| Ginger Root Extract | 1.0 | Ginkgo Biloba Extract | 2.0 |
| Salvia Miltiorrhiza Root Extract | 1.5 | Ophiopogon Japonicus Extract | 1.5 |
| Water | 67.9 | Carbopol | 0.2 |
| Glycerin | 5.0 | Propanediol | 3.0 |
| Tween-80 | 1.0 | Liquid Paraffin | 3.0 |
| Jojoba Oil | 3.0 | Octadecanol | 2.0 |
| Cetyl Palmitate | 2.0 | Hydrogenated Castor Oil | 2.0 |
| Polydimethylsiloxane | 2.0 | Triethanolamine | 0.15 |
| Phenoxetol | 0.8 | Fragrance | 0.3 |
8. Ginger Root Extract Safety
- CFDA (China Food and Drug Administration) hasrecognized ZINGIBER OFFICINALE (GINGER) ROOT EXTRACT as cosmetic raw material. There are no unsafe reports for its external use.
- The International Catalogue of Chinese Cosmetic Raw Materials Standardsin 2015 issued by CAFFCI includes ZINGIBER OFFICINALE (GINGER) ROOT EXTRACT.
- Japanese Cosmetic Ingredients Codexhas listed ZINGIBER OFFICINALE (GINGER) ROOT EXTRACT.
9. Packing and Storage
Package: Packed in 25kg paper drums with two plastic bags inside.
Storage: Stored in a cool dry place and away from direct sunlight and oxidizing agents.
Plamed focuses on natural cosmetic ingredients for more than 10 years. We have founded four subsidiary companies, which respectively develops different kinds of cosmetic raw material. Plamed is a company whose CEO is designated as the first secretary general of Shaanxi Plant Extraction Association.
As a professional Ginger Root Extract supplier, Plamed have been constantly upgrading the production process. We firmly believe that good Ginger Root Extract and good Ginger Root Extract price will help customers make good terminal products and help customers win a lasting and broad market.
