Caprylic/capric/camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract Esters
A cosmetic ingredient used as antioxidant, humectant, skin conditioning in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Caprylic/Capric/Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract Esters is a complex mixture of esters formed by the transesterification reaction of Caprylic/Capric Triglyceridewith Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract through enzyme catalysis
What does it do?
Caprylic/capric/camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract Esters 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
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Humectant
draws moisture from the air or deeper skin layers to the surface, helping skin retain water
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Skin conditioning
improves the appearance, feel, and condition of skin
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Skin conditioning - emollient
softens the skin by reducing roughness and friction between skin cells
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Skin protecting
helps shield skin from external environmental factors
EU regulatory status
Caprylic/capric/camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract Esters 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 Caprylic/capric/camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract Esters?
Caprylic/capric/camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract Esters is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Caprylic/Capric/Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract Esters is a complex mixture of esters formed by the transesterification reaction of Caprylic/Capric Triglyceridewith Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract through enzyme catalysis
Is Caprylic/capric/camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract Esters allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Caprylic/capric/camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract Esters is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Caprylic/capric/camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract Esters do in cosmetic products?
Caprylic/capric/camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract Esters is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: antioxidant, humectant, skin conditioning, skin conditioning - emollient, skin protecting.
What is the CAS number of Caprylic/capric/camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract Esters?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Caprylic/capric/camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract Esters is -.
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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: 15/10/2010