Description

Camellia oleifera leaf extract is a product obtained from the leaves of the plant of the same name after a grinding and washing process.

What it is used for and where
Camellia oleifera is an oily, woody tree belonging to the Theaceae family that is widely used as a source of edible oil containing about 90 % unsaturated fatty acids. Phytochemical analysis shows a significant content of oleic acid and linoleic acid as well as carotenoids (lycopene), polyphenols (phenolic acid), plant sterols (campesterol), tocopherols, lutein and beta-carotene. All these compounds have antibacterial, antioxidant and anti-inflammatory activity.

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Cosmetics
Cosmetic astringent. This ingredient exerts a direct effect on the skin by tightening dilated pores by contracting stratum corneum cells and removing superfluous oil.

Skin conditioning agent. It is the mainstay of topical skin treatment by restoring, increasing or improving skin tolerance to external factors, including melanocyte tolerance. The most important function of the conditioning agent is to prevent skin dehydration, but the subject is rather complex and involves emollients and humectants.
Synonyms: EC number 305-073-5

CAS: 94333-93-4