An extract of the seeds of Camellia oleifera, listed as an astringent and tonic ingredient.
What it is
Camellia oleifera seed extract is an extract of the seeds of Camellia oleifera, the oil-seed camellia, of the tea family (Theaceae). CosIng lists it as an astringent and tonic ingredient.
Where it is used
Appears on the ingredient lists of a small number of products.
Limits of interpretation
The INCI list shows which ingredients are present, not how much of each. Above 1%, ingredients are listed in descending order of weight; below 1% the order is free.
The INCI name does not reveal the extraction method or solvent.
Functions
- Astringent
- Contracting and/or tightening the skin.
- Tonic
- Producing a feeling of well-being on skin and hair.
EU regulation
This ingredient is not listed in the annexes of Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009 in the CosIng data.

