Antioxidant

Zingiber Aromaticus Extract

INCI: Zingiber aromaticum

Reviewed by Emma · Last updated 18 Aug 2026

Also known as: Zingiber aromaticum, fragrant ginger, Zingiber zerumbet

Has antioxidant properties Name can be synonymous with Zingiber zerumbet

Best For Skin Types

All skin types

Usage Frequency

As directed on product packaging

What Is Zingiber Aromaticus Extract?

Zingiber aromaticus extract, also called Zingiber aromaticum, is taken from a plant in the ginger family commonly known as fragrant ginger.

Somewhat confusingly, while there is a Zingiber aromaticus\/\aromaticum variety of the ginger plant, it is not a separate species from the more commonly known ginger, Zingiber zerumbet. In fact, the terms are often used synonymously.

That said, Zingiber aromaticus extract is a good source of zerumbone, an antioxidant compound that research also shows has a visible impact on dark circles under eyes and can help reduce eye-area puffiness. Recommended use levels of Zingiber aromaticus extract in cosmetics is 0.1–1%.

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Zingiber Aromaticus Extract is a variant of Zingiber Officinale Water, the form you will most often see on an ingredients list.

A ginger-derived ingredient with potential antioxidant and soothing properties

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