Green tea extract
Category: Active ingredient
Brief description: Green tea extract is derived from the leaves of the Camellia sinensis plant and contains powerful antioxidants, including catechins like epigallocatechin gallate (EGCG).
Benefits: Antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, anti-aging, and photoprotective properties; may help reduce redness and irritation, as well as improve the appearance of sun-damaged skin.
Skin type suitability/concerns: Suitable for all skin types, particularly sensitive or acne-prone skin.
Target audience: People who want to protect their skin from environmental damage and improve overall skin health.
Chemical composition: Contains polyphenols, catechins, flavonoids, and other antioxidants.
Physical aspect: Brownish-green powder or liquid.
Compatibility: Compatible with most cosmetic ingredients; can be sensitive to light and heat, so proper packaging is important.
Concentration: Typically used at concentrations of 1-5% in cosmetic formulations.
Side effects/adverse reactions: Generally well-tolerated, but some individuals may experience mild irritation or an allergic reaction.
Regulatory status: Generally recognized as safe; no significant restrictions.
Sustainability/ethical considerations: Sourced from plant material; no significant sustainability or ethical concerns.
Brief description: Green tea extract is derived from the leaves of the Camellia sinensis plant and contains powerful antioxidants, including catechins like epigallocatechin gallate (EGCG).
Benefits: Antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, anti-aging, and photoprotective properties; may help reduce redness and irritation, as well as improve the appearance of sun-damaged skin.
Skin type suitability/concerns: Suitable for all skin types, particularly sensitive or acne-prone skin.
Target audience: People who want to protect their skin from environmental damage and improve overall skin health.
Chemical composition: Contains polyphenols, catechins, flavonoids, and other antioxidants.
Physical aspect: Brownish-green powder or liquid.
Compatibility: Compatible with most cosmetic ingredients; can be sensitive to light and heat, so proper packaging is important.
Concentration: Typically used at concentrations of 1-5% in cosmetic formulations.
Side effects/adverse reactions: Generally well-tolerated, but some individuals may experience mild irritation or an allergic reaction.
Regulatory status: Generally recognized as safe; no significant restrictions.
Sustainability/ethical considerations: Sourced from plant material; no significant sustainability or ethical concerns.
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