Camellia sinensis catechins

Ingredient type:  PLANT EXTRACTS

Green tea

✨ Role: Camellia Sinensis catechins, commonly extracted from green tea, are primarily used for their powerful antioxidant properties. They help neutralize free radicals, reducing oxidative stress and helping to protect skin from environmental damage.

Ingredient type: Water-soluble

Safety: Yes, this ingredient is generally recognized as safe for cosmetic use.

✨ Vegan: Yes, green tea catechins are of plant origin and suitable for vegan formulations.

✨ Worth knowing: Well tolerated by most skin types, catechins may also have soothing and anti-inflammatory properties beneficial for sensitive skin. They are often used in products for oily skin due to their ability to reduce sebum production.

Present in: This ingredient is often found in serums, moisturizers, toners and sometimes in facial cleansers targeting anti-aging and acne-prone skin.

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