Green Tea
INCI: Camellia Sinensis
Reviewed by Daisy · Last updated 18 Aug 2026
Also known as: Camellia Sinensis, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Epigallocatechin Gallate
Has anti-ageing and soothing benefits Contains antioxidant epigallocatechin gallate
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What Is Green Tea?
Green tea is a plant-derived skin care ingredient that has potent antioxidant abilities.
Research has established that topical application of green tea leaves or extracts have many benefits for skin, including anti-ageing properties. The polyphenols in green tea possess potent antioxidant and skin-soothing properties, and show significant promise for improving the appearance of sun-damaged skin.
Epigallocatechin gallate (EGCG) is one of the active constituents of green tea believed to be responsible for its many health and appearance benefits, both orally and topically.
If you’re looking for green tea in your personal care products it may be listed by its Latin name, Cameillia sinesis or Camellia oleifera. It is a gentle antioxidant that is among the most well researched and impressive in terms of its many benefits; however, it’s not the best or the only antioxidants to look for, so stick with products that contain several antioxidants.
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