“Camellia sinensis leaf extract?”Here!green tea extract
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In personal care
An extract made from the leaves of the tea plant, Camellia sinensis, the same plant used to produce green, black, and white tea. It is rich in polyphenol compounds, particularly catechins.
Why it’s used
It is included in formulations mainly as an antioxidant, intended to help protect other ingredients and, by extension, skin from oxidative damage. It is also sometimes used for a mild conditioning effect.
What the evidence says
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