Green Tea Extract

Description: Green tea extract made from evergreen leaves of a small Asian tree that is cultivated in different regions. Undeveloped leaves are harvested manually, steamed to prevent fermentation, and then pressed and dried. Contains 5% of extract dissolved in water & glycerin (50/50) and preserved with potassium sorbate & sodium benzoate. Pale brown liquid, faint herbal odor. Water-soluble.

CAS: 56-81-5, 7732-18-5, 84650-60-2, 24634-61-5, 532-32-1

INCI Name: Glycerin, water, Camellia Sinensis (Green Tea) leaf extract

Use: Use as is, usual final concentrations 0.1-2%. Stable for about 9 months when kept in a closed container at 10-25°C (50-77°F). For external use only.

Applications: Anti-aging formulas, sun care and after-sun care products, anti-cellulite treatments and hair care products.

Country of Origin: Spain

Raw material source: Camellia Sinensis (Green Tea), glycerin made of naturally derived oils

Manufacture: Prepared via a cold process to avoid potential loss of effectiveness heat processing can have. Created from organically grown, pesticide-free materials which are extracted first with a specified eluant to yield a concentrate. This concentrate is then dissolved in glycerin and water at a concentration of 20 % concentrate and 80% diluents.

Animal Testing: Not animal tested

GMO: Certified GMO-free

Vegan: Yes

Certifications: Ecocert, COSMOS

Documents: SDS, Fact Sheet, Sample Recipe, Certificate of Analysis