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CAMELLIA SINENSIS LEAF POLYSACCHARIDE

82

Safety score · 0–100

Good

Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.

About

Sugar chains extracted from green tea leaves that act like tiny moisture magnets, drawing water into the skin and forming a protective film.

Camellia Sinensis Leaf Polysaccharide refers to the polysaccharide fraction isolated from Camellia sinensis (tea plant) leaves. These are primarily acidic polysaccharides containing arabinose, galactose, glucose, and uronic acids. They function as humectants and film-formers in cosmetics, binding water and creating a protective matrix on the skin. Tea polysaccharides have demonstrated antioxidant activity in laboratory studies.

Skin benefits

  • Humectant
  • Film-forming
  • Skin conditioning
  • Antioxidant support

Known concerns

  • Low concern for topical application

References

EU

EU CosIng database

European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.

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