Green Tea Extract (Cosmetic)
Camellia sinensis · EGCG / Tea Polyphenols · Antioxidant & Brightening Botanical
Green Tea Extract cosmetic grade is used by skincare brands developing antioxidant serums, brightening formulas, day creams, sunscreens, anti-pollution products, oily skin formulas, and scalp care. It gives a familiar botanical story while supporting polyphenol-rich skincare positioning.
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| Botanical Name | Camellia sinensis (L.) Kuntze |
| INCI Name | Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract |
| Key Actives | EGCG · catechins · tea polyphenols |
| Available Specs | Tea polyphenols 40%–98% · EGCG-standardized cosmetic grades · low-caffeine options available |
| Appearance | Light yellow to brown fine powder |
| Solubility | Water-dispersible; clarity depends on catechin level, pH, and concentration |
| Typical Use Level | 0.1%–1.0% in leave-on formulas; adjust after color and stability testing |
| Key Quality Control | EGCG / tea polyphenol assay, caffeine level where required, heavy metals, microbiology, pesticide status, and color |
| MOQ | 1kg (sample from 20g available) |
| Bulk Lead Time | 10–15 business days |
| Shelf Life | 24 months from manufacture date |
| Storage | Cool, dry place. Sealed container. Protect from light, heat, and moisture. |
| Available Certifications | GMP · ISO · Vegan · Non-GMO · Halal documentation available; COSMOS / Organic available by grade |
Cosmetic claims: Green Tea Extract can support antioxidant, radiance, oil-control appearance, and environmental stress positioning. Avoid SPF-like claims, UV protection claims, acne treatment claims, or medical anti-inflammatory language.
Formulation note: Catechin-rich extracts can oxidize and darken. pH, light exposure, chelators, antioxidants, and packaging should be evaluated during stability testing.
Frequently Asked Questions
For general botanical antioxidant positioning, a tea-polyphenol grade is often enough. For premium EGCG skincare, request an EGCG-standardized grade. If the formula must stay pale or clear, ask for low-color samples and test the exact use level.
The marker can overlap, but cosmetic grades are selected for topical documentation, color, odor, solubility, microbiology, and formulation behavior. Supplement high-EGCG material may not be ideal for a clear toner or white cream.
It can. Green tea polyphenols are prone to oxidation and can shift from yellow-brown to darker tones. Use chelation, air-tight packaging, and proper pH design, then confirm with stability testing.
Keep claims cosmetic and appearance-focused: hydration, comfort, radiance, antioxidant care, smoother-looking skin, visible aging support, or even-looking tone depending on the ingredient. Avoid disease, treatment, SPF, wound-healing, or drug-style claims unless the finished product is reviewed under the correct regulatory pathway.
Every sample and bulk order includes COA, MSDS, and product specification sheet. For cosmetic ingredients, INCI support, heavy metal data, microbiology results, allergen statement, vegan / Non-GMO statement, flow chart, and country of origin declaration are available for bulk orders.
Green tea pairs well with resveratrol, grape seed extract, vitamin C derivatives, niacinamide, licorice, aloe, centella, sodium hyaluronate, and zinc PCA-style oily skin systems.
Minimum bulk order is 1kg, with formulation samples available from 20g. Bulk lead time is usually 10–15 business days depending on selected specification, inventory, documentation requirements, and destination market.
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Oxidation note
High-EGCG sounds premium, but it can bring color and stability challenges. Test the grade in your actual formula before bulk purchase.
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