Camellia Oleifera (Tea-Oil Camellia) Seed Extract
INCI: CAMELLIA OLEIFERA SEED EXTRACT
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Expert Verdict
Generally regarded as safe. Non-irritating at typical use levels. No CIR-specific review published for this exact INCI, though related Camellia ingredients have been reviewed favorably. Extracted from seeds of Camellia oleifera, a tea-oil tree native to China. Rich in oleic acid, polyphenols, and vitamins A, B, and E. Similar properties to green tea (C. sinensis) leaf extract but derived from seeds, offering emollient and antioxidant benefits
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Is Camellia Oleifera (Tea-Oil Camellia) Seed Extract safe in cosmetics?
Generally regarded as safe. Non-irritating at typical use levels. No CIR-specific review published for this exact INCI, though related Camellia ingredients have been reviewed favorably. Extracted from seeds of Camellia oleifera, a tea-oil tree native to China. Rich in oleic acid, polyphenols, and vitamins A, B, and E. Similar properties to green tea (C. sinensis) leaf extract but derived from seeds, offering emollient and antioxidant benefits The EU classifies Camellia Oleifera (Tea-Oil Camellia) Seed Extract as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.
Is Camellia Oleifera (Tea-Oil Camellia) Seed Extract allowed in the EU?
Camellia Oleifera (Tea-Oil Camellia) Seed Extract EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Camellia Oleifera (Tea-Oil Camellia) Seed Extract do in cosmetics?
Camellia Oleifera (Tea-Oil Camellia) Seed Extract functions as: Skin conditioning - emollient; antioxidant; hair conditioning. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 97676-23-8 (Camellia oleifera seed extract).
What is the Margin of Safety for Camellia Oleifera (Tea-Oil Camellia) Seed Extract?
not established The Margin of Safety (MoS) is calculated using SCCS methodology. A MoS above 100 is generally considered safe. Use the MoS Calculator tool to calculate MoS for your specific formulation and product category.
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