Green Tea Extract: Antioxidant & Balancing Botanical for Skincare Formulations

Molecular Identity

• INCI: Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract
• Main Constituents: Epigallocatechin Gallate (EGCG), Polyphenols, Caffeine, Tannins
• Source: Extracted from the leaves of Camellia sinensis (green tea), a powerful botanical known for its antioxidant and purifying properties

Function & Applications

Green Tea Extract is a multifunctional botanical active used in cosmetic formulations to protect the skin, regulate oil, and calm visible irritation. Its high polyphenol content, especially EGCG, provides proven benefits for stressed, oily, or aging skin:

• Antioxidant: Shields skin from oxidative damage and early aging
• Sebum Balancing: Helps control excess oil and shine
• Soothing: Calms redness, breakouts, and environmental irritation
• Protective: Supports skin resilience in urban and UV-exposed environments

Applications: antioxidant serums, balancing toners, anti-acne creams, after-sun products, scalp purifying tonics. Suitable for industrial formulations focused on clarity, calm, and skin defense.

Typical Usage & Dosage

• Daily skincare: 0.5–2%
• Balancing or purifying products: up to 3%
• Scalp and rinse-off care: 0.3–1%

Water-soluble. Add during aqueous or cool-down phase. Recommended pH: 4.5–6.5.

Technical Highlights

• Standardized for EGCG or total polyphenol content
• Available in glycerin-based and powder formats
• Preservative-free, vegan, and non-GMO
• Extracted at low temperatures to preserve antioxidant potency

Delivered with full technical documentation: COA, HPLC, UV-Vis spectrum, microbiological and heavy metal testing.

Regulatory & Compliance Info

• INCI: Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract
• Compliant with EU Cosmetic Regulation and REACH
• Cosmetic-grade with traceable botanical sourcing
• Suitable for clean beauty, acne-prone, and antioxidant skincare

Why Choose Us / B2B Offer

• Available in bulk quantities from EU warehouse
• Fast EU delivery and reliable supply
• High-purity extract with standardized EGCG levels
• Complete documentation for regulatory and formulation teams
• Formulation support for antioxidant and balancing systems
• B2B pricing tailored to industrial production
• Compliant with industry standards for personal care manufacturing

Contact us for bulk pricing, samples, or technical support.