Green tea extract powder is a water-soluble, powdered extract that is derived from green tea leaves and is a concentrated form of the beneficial compounds found in green tea. It is a versatile ingredient that can be easily incorporated into various cosmetic formulations, including emulsions, masks, scrubs, cleansers and haircare formulations.
Green tea extract powder is prized for its antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and astringent properties. It can help tone and soothe, and provide a revitalising boost to the skin.
Green Tea contains Epigallocatechin gallate (EGCG) a chemical which provides significant benefits to the skin.
INCI NAME: Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract
APPLICATION:
Anti-cellulite treatments, sun-protectors, anti-wrinkling formulations, irritated and sensitive skin products, masks, scrubs, cleansers, serums, lotions and hair care products that improve strength and gloss
BENEFITS
Potent anti-oxidant and used in anti-ageing formulas
Soothes a variety of skin concerns, such as dermatitis, rosacea, and inflammation.
Green tea extract help prevent skin conditions like loss of skin elasticity, inflammation, premature aging, and sunburn due to UV rays.
Its antioxidant benefits is also amazing for hair care and scalp health.
This is a great and simple ingredient to add to toners, essence and serums.
EGCG
- Improves skin hydration of the skin by stimulating production of hyaluronic acid
- Protects the skin from the ageing effects of free radicals (sun induced photo-ageing)
- Inhibits the production of excess melanin and so has a positive effect on hyper-pigmentation
FORMULATION GUIDE
In emulsions: use at 0.1-0.3% and add a water-based thickener (xanthan gum, hydroxyethyl cellulose, carbomer) to help increase stability.
In toners or water-based serums use at 0.1-5%
Used in concentrations of 0.1-1%, add to the water phase
Legal Disclaimer:
By purchasing this product, you are acknowledging that you know how to use it, you are accepting all responsibility for its use, and you are agreeing to hold the seller harmless for any ill effects which may result from proper or improper use. Do not directly apply onto your skin. This product should be added to a formulation at the recommended usage rate. Always perform a skin patch test of your finished product prior to use.
Safety Information:
WARNING: For external use only, please exercise caution and do not ingest or take internally and Wear gloves when handling. Avoid contact with eyes – for your safety use eye protection googles. If eye contact occurs, rinse thoroughly with water. Store away from children, animals, sunlight and heat.
KINDLY NOTE THIS PRODUCT IS NON-RETURNABLE
