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Antioxidant

OCTANICOTINOYL EPIGALLOCATECHIN GALLATE

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Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

About

A niacin-esterified epigallocatechin gallate (EGCG) derivative — engineered for better oxidative stability than plain EGCG. Functions as a topical antioxidant with broadly favorable but lightly studied profile.

Function

ANTIOXIDANT

Skin benefits

  • Antioxidant
  • Stabilized EGCG carrier
  • Skin protection

Known concerns

  • Niacin ester — possible flush at high concentration
  • Sparse independent toxicology
  • Formulation-stability sensitive

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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