Camellia Oleifera Leaf Extract Best Plant extracts Anti-Ageing Soothing Camellia Oleifera Leaf Extract at a glance Variety of green tea plant that originated in China Related to the Camellia sinensis green tea plant A rich source of antioxidants, including the polyphenol epigallocatechin gallate (EGCG) Has soothing properties Camellia Oleifera Leaf Extract description _Camellia oleifera_ (green tea) leaf extract comes froms a variety of green tea plant that originated in China but is now grown all over the world. Like its sister plant _Camellia sinensis_ (the best-known type of green tea), it is a rich source of antioxidants and a welcome addition to any skin care product. Various studies have found _Camellia oleifera_ has multiple positive aspects, including soothing properties. As an antioxidant, it has free-radical scavenging capabilities, which has a many-tiered impact on the visible signs of ageing. One of the key components behind these benefits is epigallocatechin gallate (EGCG), a potent polyphenol that is also present in the _Camellia sinensis_ variety of green tea. Related ingredients: Green Tea Camellia Oleifera Camellia Sinensis