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Hydrolyzed Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract

A cosmetic ingredient used as anti-sebum, antioxidant, bleaching in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.

What is it?

Hydrolyzed Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract is the hydrolysate of Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract derived by acid, enzyme or other method of hydrolysis, Theaceae.

What does it do?

Hydrolyzed Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:

  • Anti-sebum

    helps regulate or reduce excess sebum (oil) on the skin

  • Antioxidant

    neutralises free radicals to slow oxidative damage to the formulation or skin

  • Bleaching

    lightens hair or skin tone by chemically reducing pigment

  • Skin conditioning

    improves the appearance, feel, and condition of skin

EU regulatory status

Hydrolyzed Camellia Sinensis Leaf 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 Hydrolyzed Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract?

Hydrolyzed Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Hydrolyzed Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract is the hydrolysate of Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract derived by acid, enzyme or other method of hydrolysis, Theaceae.

Is Hydrolyzed Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract allowed in cosmetics in the EU?

Yes. Hydrolyzed Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.

What does Hydrolyzed Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract do in cosmetic products?

Hydrolyzed Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: anti-sebum, antioxidant, bleaching, skin conditioning.

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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: 02/02/2018