Zingiber Officinale (Ginger) Root Oil

ZIN

5/10

Concern level

Moderate concern

A volatile aromatic essential oil obtained from ginger rhizomes, used primarily as a fragrance ingredient and, less commonly, as a skin-conditioning or toning component. It is a complex natural mixture rather than a single defined molecule, so physicochemical values like molecular weight and pH are not meaningfully assigned. In cosmetics it is typically used at low levels because of its strong odor and potential to sensitize or irritate skin.

Pore-clogging

Low

Pregnancy

Caution

Regulatory

No data

Concerns

Essential OilFragranceAllergen

Chemical Properties

Typical Concentration

0.01% - 1.00%

CAS Number: 8007-08-7

Skin Type Compatibility

dry skin3/10

oily skin5/10

sensitive skin1/10

acne prone3/10

mature skin3/10

normal skin5/10

Interactions

incompatible with: other essential oils, fragrance blends with high allergen load, retinoids, strong exfoliating acids, benzoyl peroxide, other potentially irritating actives

Risks & Warnings

Can cause skin irritation, eye irritation, and allergic contact dermatitis, especially in sensitive skin or at higher concentrations. As an essential oil, it may be more irritating when oxidized or improperly stored. Avoid use on broken skin and discontinue if burning, redness, or rash occurs. Use extra caution around the eye area and in leave-on products for reactive skin.

Vegan Cruelty-Free