Camellia sinensis (White Tea) leaf extract
AKA “Tea, ext., (-)-Gallocatechin 3-O-gallate, (+)-epigallocatechin gallate, epigallocatechol-3-gallate, (-)-Epigallocatechingallate”
Extract
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Ingredient Facts
Camellia sinensis (White Tea) leaf extract
AKA: Ext., (-)-Gallocatechin 3-O-gallate, (+)-epigallocatechin gallate, Epigallocatechol-3-gallate, (-)-Epigallocatechingallate
Extract · Preservative | Antioxidant | Astringent | Fragrance | Humectant | Oral-Care | Conditioning | Emollient | Protectant | Soothing | UV-Filter · EWG: 4
Plant-Derived
Antioxidant
Humectant
Emollient
Preservative
Soothing
Fragrance
Astringent
Skin Conditioner
Plant Oil
Extract
Clean
White tea extract, sourced from China and Japan, is a natural antioxidant that helps protect and soothe skin while locking in moisture.
Family
Theaceae (Tea family)
Plant Part
Leaf
Lifeform
Shrub or tree
Climate
Subtropical
CAS #
84650-60-2
Form
Liquid
Plant-Derived
Botanical. Native to China, Japan. White tea leaves are sourced from the Camellia sinensis plant, primarily grown in China and Japan. The extract is produced through steeping or solvent extraction of the dried leaves to concentrate bioactive compounds.
Plant Source
Theaceae (Tea family)
Plant Part
Leaf
Function
Preservative | Antioxidant | Astringent | Fragrance | Humectant | Oral-Care | Conditioning | Emollient | Protectant | Soothing | UV-Filter
Benefits
Nourishes & Protects
Locks In Moisture
Traditional Use
Tea has been used in Traditional Chinese Medicine for over 4,000 years. White tea specifically was valued in imperial Chinese skincare for its high antioxidant content and subtle flavor, and has become popular in modern cosmetics since the early 2000s.
Skin Types
all-skin-types
Best For
Target
Sun Damage
Melanin-Rich Skin
Suitable
Pregnancy Safe
Yes
EWG Score4
CIR Safety Findings
all-shades-safe, Not a Sensitizer
Concentration Guide
Industry Max
Industry typically uses up to 0.1% in leave-on products (26 products reported). Source: CIR Safety Assessment (CIR Seq 658).
Regulatory Agencies
Verified Feb 2026
Data: Kew POWO · CosIng · EWG · CIR