Camellia sinensis seed powder
AKA “Tea, ext., (-)-Gallocatechin 3-O-gallate, (+)-epigallocatechin gallate, epigallocatechol-3-gallate, (-)-Epigallocatechingallate”
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Ingredient Facts
Camellia sinensis seed powder
AKA: Tea, Ext., (-)-Gallocatechin 3-O-gallate, (+)-epigallocatechin gallate, Epigallocatechol-3-gallate, (-)-Epigallocatechingallate
Extract · Antioxidant | Skin Conditioning · EWG: 1
Plant-Derived
Antioxidant
Skin Conditioner
Plant Oil
Extract
Clean
Camellia Sinensis Seed Powder is the powder obtained from the dried, ground seeds of Camellia sinensis,Theaceae. Science: Origin: Botanic/Natural | Process: Drying + Milling | Functions: Antioxidant, Skin Conditioning Safety Ratings: CIR: Safe as used
Family
Theaceae (Tea family)
Plant Part
Seed
Lifeform
Shrub or tree
Climate
Subtropical
CAS #
84650-60-2
Form
Powder
Plant-Derived
Botanical. Native 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.
Plant Source
Theaceae (Tea family)
Plant Part
Seed
Function
Antioxidant | Skin Conditioning
Benefits
Neutralizes free radicals
Antioxidant protection
Quells irritation
Traditional Use
Ground tea seeds have been incorporated into traditional Asian beauty preparations and skincare masks, valued for their potential skin-conditioning and nourishing properties from the seed's natural oils and compounds.
Skin Types
all-skin-types, gentle
Best For
Target
Uneven Texture
Melanin-Rich Skin
Suitable
Pregnancy Safe
Yes
EWG Score1
CIR Safety Findings
ewg-1, medical-approval, pregnancy-nursing-safe, all-shades-safe, Potential Sensitizer
Concentration Guide
Industry Max
Industry typically uses up to 50.0% in leave-on products (1145 products reported). Source: CIR Safety Assessment (CIR Seq 157).
Regulatory Agencies
Verified Feb 2026
Data: Kew POWO · CosIng · EWG · CIR