Camellia Sinensis Leaf is the leaves of the Tea, Camellia sinensis, Theaceae
Family
Theaceae (Tea family)
Plant Part
Leaf
Lifeform
Shrub or tree
Climate
Subtropical
CAS #
84650-60-2
Form
Powder
Functions
Perfuming
Added for scent. Can be natural or synthetic. Common irritant and allergen — one of the top reasons people react to products.
Skin Conditioning
A catch-all term for ingredients that improve how skin looks and feels — softer, smoother, more supple. The workhorse behind most moisturizers.
Neutralizes free radicals
Antioxidant protection
Quells irritation
Traditional Use
Green tea leaves have been consumed and topically applied in East Asia for over 4,000 years, with documented use in Traditional Chinese Medicine for wellness and skin health. Japanese and Chinese cultures incorporated tea into skincare rituals and beauty practices.
