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Ginseng Extract Powder 5 g

What ginseng root powder brings to skincare, hair care and functional drinks

Ginseng extract powder is a finely milled botanical concentrate placed in the Powdered Extracts and Algae section of the catalog, alongside other dry botanical concentrates used across formulation industries. Ginseng root is prized for its ginsenosides and polysaccharide content, compounds that lend a tonic, revitalizing character to skin and scalp treatments, which is why this powder shows up so often in anti-aging serums, strengthening hair tonics and firming masks. Beyond cosmetics, the extract has a strong footprint in the food and beverage industry, where it goes into energy drinks, functional teas, confectionery and dietary supplements thanks to its distinctive taste profile and long-standing reputation as a traditional invigorating ingredient.

The 5 g pack size is aimed at home cosmetic making and small trial batches - enough to test a formula before scaling up, dial in the right dosage in a serum, toner or hair tonic, and avoid leftover raw material sitting unused. The powder is easy to weigh out even in tiny quantities, which suits formulators building custom blends for individual clients as well as anyone taking their first steps with active botanical powders.

In skincare and haircare, ginseng powder is typically added during the active phase, once the base emulsion has cooled below 40 degrees, to protect the activity of its compounds. Recommended dosage generally sits between 0.5 and 2 percent of total batch weight, depending on the product type - serums can carry a higher concentration, body creams usually less. The extract disperses well in the water phase, though for thicker formulations it helps to pre-dissolve it in a small amount of water or hydrosol and stir until fully smooth to prevent clumping.

Ginseng pairs naturally with other botanical powders from the same catalog section. A warming, circulation-boosting combination can be built with Cinnamon Extract Powder, useful in body and scalp formulas. For brightening, antioxidant-focused blends it works well alongside Grapefruit Extract Powder, while calming and restorative formulas benefit from combining it with Immortelle Extract Powder. These pairings let formulators build multifunctional products without overloading the recipe with excess ingredients.

Store the powder in a tightly sealed container, away from direct sunlight and moisture, at room temperature, since exposure to humidity can cause clumping and reduce potency. Under proper storage conditions shelf life remains long, which is convenient for anyone stocking up for ongoing production. In household chemistry and fragrance work, ginseng extract is occasionally used as a note that complements oriental and woody compositions.

Invigorating hair growth tonic with ginseng

Distilled water 40 ml

Rosemary hydrosol 10 ml

Ginseng extract powder 0.4 g

Niacinamide 0.5 g

Panthenol 1 g

Preservative 0.5 ml

Warm the distilled water and rosemary hydrosol gently to about 35 degrees. In a separate small container, dissolve the ginseng powder, niacinamide and panthenol in a spoon of the warm liquid until fully clear, then blend this mixture back into the main batch. Add the preservative last, stir thoroughly and transfer into a spray bottle. Apply to the scalp with light massage several times a week to support stronger, more resilient hair growth.

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INCI	Panax Ginseng Root Extract (and) Maltodextrin
Other
Att brand	Germany
Color product	appropriate
Features	All information presented on the site is for reference only
Input percentage	1-4%, растворять в водной фазе как сухой экстракт и процеживать, либо добавлять как пудру в маски и обертывания для волос, лица и тела. Спреи, эмульсии, гели — 1-1,5%, убтан, молочко — 0,5-2%, мыло и бельди — 1%, маски, скрабы, гоммажи, антицеллюлит — 1-3%, тоник, мицеллярная вода, шампунь — 1,5%
Minimum count	1
Name	Ginseng Extract Powder 5 g
Packaging	container for transportation
Packing	5 grams
Solubility	easy in hot water, polysorbate-80, hardly noticeable sediment is possible
View	powder
Valid until	12.2028