Camellia Sinensis Seedcake Extract
A cosmetic ingredient used as antimicrobial, cleansing, surfactant - cleansing in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Camellia Sinensis Seedcake Extract is the extract of the seedcake of Camellia sinensis.
What does it do?
Camellia Sinensis Seedcake Extract is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Antimicrobial
kills or inhibits the growth of microorganisms
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Cleansing
helps remove dirt, oil, makeup, and other contaminants from skin or hair
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Surfactant - cleansing
surfactant whose primary cosmetic role is cleansing — the active workhorse in soaps, shampoos, and body washes
EU regulatory status
Camellia Sinensis Seedcake Extract 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 Seedcake Extract?
Camellia Sinensis Seedcake Extract is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Camellia Sinensis Seedcake Extract is the extract of the seedcake of Camellia sinensis.
Is Camellia Sinensis Seedcake Extract allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Camellia Sinensis Seedcake Extract is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Camellia Sinensis Seedcake Extract do in cosmetic products?
Camellia Sinensis Seedcake Extract is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: antimicrobial, cleansing, surfactant - cleansing.
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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