Camellia Sinensis Polyphenols
A cosmetic ingredient used as antioxidant in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Camellia Sinensis Polyphenols is a fraction of polyphenols isolated from the leaves of Camellia sinensis.
What does it do?
Camellia Sinensis Polyphenols is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Antioxidant
neutralises free radicals to slow oxidative damage to the formulation or skin
EU regulatory status
Camellia Sinensis Polyphenols is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the European Union under Regulation 1223/2009. It is not subject to a specific Annex restriction at the time of writing.
Frequently asked questions
What is Camellia Sinensis Polyphenols?
Camellia Sinensis Polyphenols is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Camellia Sinensis Polyphenols is a fraction of polyphenols isolated from the leaves of Camellia sinensis.
Is Camellia Sinensis Polyphenols allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Camellia Sinensis Polyphenols is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Camellia Sinensis Polyphenols do in cosmetic products?
Camellia Sinensis Polyphenols is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: antioxidant.
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Source: EU CosIng database (European Commission). This page is derived from public-sector information published by the European Commission. · Last updated: 19/05/2020