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Antioxidant

CAMELLIA SINENSIS LEAF

CAS 84650-60-2 Updated
90

Safety score · 0–100

Excellent

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

About

Green tea (Camellia sinensis) leaf — one of skincare's star botanicals. Loaded with EGCG and catechin antioxidants that calm inflammation, support UV-stressed skin and help with sebum and acne.

Skin benefits

  • Polyphenol-rich antioxidant (EGCG, catechins)
  • Anti-inflammatory and calming
  • UV-damage support (not a sunscreen)
  • Sebum and acne-control benefits

Known concerns

  • Caffeine content is low but present
  • Tannin astringency can be drying in high concentrations
  • Botanical batch and extraction variability

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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