Camellia sinensis seed powder

AKA: Tea, Ext., (-)-Gallocatechin 3-O-gallate, (+)-epigallocatechin gallate, Epigallocatechol-3-gallate, (-)-Epigallocatechingallate
Plant-Derived
Antioxidant
Skin Conditioner
Plant Oil
Clean
OriginNative to China, Japan. Derived from the seeds of Camellia sinensis, a plant in the Theaceae family native to China and Japan. Produced by drying the seeds and grinding them into a fine powder.
Camellia Sinensis Seed Powder is the powder obtained from the dried, ground seeds of Camellia sinensis,Theaceae.
Family
Theaceae (Tea family)
Plant Part
Seed
Lifeform
Shrub or tree
Climate
Subtropical
CAS #
84650-60-2
Form
Powder
Skin Types
●all-skin-types, gentle
Best For
Uneven Texture
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
Functions
Antioxidant
Fights free radicals — the unstable molecules from UV, pollution, and stress that break down collagen and cause premature aging.
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
Quells irritation
The paper trail
🔬Peer-reviewednone on file
⚖️Regulatory1 listing →
🛡️Safety-assessed2 reviews →
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EWG
1
CIR
Insufficient data
Pregnancy
Yes
Concentration Guide
CIR lists it as not reported to be in use.
CIR · report published 2019
Regulatory Status
USAunder review
EU⚠ restricted
JAPAN⚠ restricted
CANADA⚠ restricted
Verified Jun 2026
Data: Kew POWO · CosIng · EWG · CIR