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Antioxidant

EPIGALLOCATECHIN GALLATE SAFFLOWERATE

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Safety score · 0–100

Good

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

About

A safflower-fatty-acid ester of EGCG (the main green-tea polyphenol antioxidant). The esterification stabilises EGCG and improves oil-phase compatibility while preserving its antioxidant power.

Function

ANTIMICROBIAL

Skin benefits

  • Stabilised potent antioxidant (EGCG)
  • Improved oil-phase compatibility
  • Anti-inflammatory potential

Known concerns

  • Polyphenol staining potential
  • Possible mild reactions in sensitive skin
  • Sourced from green tea — caffeine traces possible

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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