Antioxidant
CAMELLIA SINENSIS CATECHINS
Safety score · 0–100
Good
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
About
Polyphenols from green tea leaves, prized for their antioxidant and anti-inflammatory effects. One of the better-studied plant actives, with a strong safety record at cosmetic levels.
Skin benefits
- Strong polyphenolic antioxidant
- Anti-inflammatory and soothing
- Helps protect against oxidative stress
Known concerns
- Can lightly stain formulas
- Possible mild irritation at very high concentration
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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