CAMELLIA SINENSIS LEAF EXTRACT cosmetic ingredient

Description

Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract is an extract of the leaves of the Tea, Camellia sinensis, Theaceae

CAS# code (Chemical Abstracts Service)

84650-60-2

EC# code (European Community)

283-519-7

The functions of the cosmetic ingredient

ANTIMICROBIAL : Preventing and/or slowing down microbial growth.

ANTIOXIDANT : Inhibiting reactions promoted by oxygen, thus avoiding oxidation and rancidity.

ASTRINGENT : Contracting and/or tightening the skin.

FRAGRANCE : Imparting an odour or taste. Creating a perceivable pleasant smell and/or masking a bad smell.

HUMECTANT : Retaining and/or preserving the moisture in a product during use.

ORAL CARE : Providing cosmetic effects to the oral cavity, e.g. cleansing, deodorising, protecting.

SKIN CONDITIONING : Maintaining the skin in good condition.

SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT : Acting as lubricants on the skin surface providing the skin with a soft and smooth appearance.

SKIN PROTECTING : Helping to avoid harmful effects to the skin from external factors.

TONIC : Producing a feeling of well-being on skin and hair.

UV ABSORBER : Protecting the cosmetic product from the effects of UV-light.