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Antioxidant

EPIGALLOCATECHIN GALLATE

CAS 989-51-5 Updated
84

Safety score · 0–100

Good

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

About

EGCG — the star green-tea catechin. Potent antioxidant with documented UV-damage protective and anti-inflammatory benefits. Excellent topical safety; needs careful formulation to stay stable and not oxidize.

Function

ANTIOXIDANT

Skin benefits

  • Antioxidant
  • UV-damage protection
  • Anti-inflammatory

Known concerns

  • Oxidation/browning in formulation
  • Rare contact sensitization at high %
  • Stability-formulation sensitive

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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