Camellia Sinensis Seed Oil
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Camellia Sinensis Seed Oil at a glance
- Oil expressed from the seeds of a variety of green tea plant
- Has antioxidant properties
- Also a source of fatty acids
- Considered an environmentally friendly oil
- Ruled safe as used in cosmetics
Camellia Sinensis Seed Oil description
_Camellia sinensis_ seed oil, also known as green tea oil, is the oil expressed from the seeds of one variety of green tea plant. Like many other parts of the green tea plant, it has significant skin care benefits. Research finds that like most plant extracts, _Camellia sinensis_ seed oil has antioxidant properties, thanks to its concentration of polyphenols, phytostearols, and vitamin E. It is also a rich source of fatty acids, including linoleic acid, stearic acid, and palmitic acid. _Camellia sinensis_ seed oil is considered an environmentally friendly oil, since it is a byproduct of green tea production. The independent Cosmetic Ingredient Review has found _Camellia sinensis_ seed oil safe in its current usages in cosmetics.