Rich in catechins (EGCG); inhibits lipid peroxidation; reduces UV erythema. That’s Green Tea Extract in a sentence – and it’s worth understanding what each part of that process means.
The scientific name is Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract. Rich in catechins (EGCG); inhibits lipid peroxidation; reduces UV erythema. This mechanism is consistent across properly formulated products, which means the real variable is concentration and delivery system.
Typical working concentration is 0.1–5%. Best suited to all skin types skin. Primary applications: antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, uv protection, anti-aging.
Works well with: Vitamin C, niacinamide.
Topical and oral both effective; decaffeinated extract still has EGCG.