BioGenic EGCG-200
BioGenic EGCG-200 is a water-soluble, encapsulated catechin - an active found naturally in green tea. It has an active concentration of 4.5 - 5.5%, it serves as a potent antioxidant with known skin brightening and anti-wrinkle benefits.
Properties
- Physical Form
- Liquid
- pH Range
- max. 5.2
Identification
Product families
- Skin Actives
Other characteristics
- Brand
- BioGenic
- Functions
Anti-Wrinkle Agent, Antioxidant, Brightening Agent
- Benefit Claims
Anti-Wrinkle, Antioxidant Properties, Brightening, Encapsulated Actives, Solubilizing; Anti-Wrinkle; Antioxidant Properties; Brightening; Encapsulated Actives; Solubilizing
- Ingredient Origin
- Plant Origin
- Odor
- Characteristic
- Carrier
- Aqua
- Butylene Glycol
- Glycerin
- Benefits
Due to the encapsulation, EGCG can be easily solubilized in water with good stability (see compatibility section).
- Use Levels
- min. 5%
- Appearance
- Colorless to yellow liquid
- Applications
- Crème
- Lotion
- Gel
- Serum
- Technology
- Cosmetic Ingredients
- Compatibility
Incompatible with iron oxides, titanium dioxide, zinc oxide; Alkaline and oxidizing agents may cause discoloration
- Application Format
- Creams
- Gel
- Leave On
- Lotions
- Serum
- Handling
BioGenic EGCG-200 can be stored in cool conditions (4°C - 11°C) in an appropriate container, tightly sealed.
- Formulation Guideline
Use Level: > 5%; Post-add to emulsion formulation; Ensure it is completely solubilized before continuing the formula; Recommended formulation pH: < 5.2
- Skin Care Applications
- Skin Brightening Products
- Skin Serums
- Cosmetic Ingredients Functions
- Anti-Wrinkle Agent
- Antioxidant
- Brightening Agent
Technical data
Table 1 of 2
1 row| Characteristic | Value | Unit |
|---|---|---|
| Active Concentration | 4.5 - 5.5 | % |
Table 2 of 2
8 rows| Characteristic | Value | Unit |
|---|---|---|
| Butylene Glycol | 5 - 9 | % |
| Epigallocatechin Gallate | 4.5 - 5.5 | % |
| Glycerin | 5 - 9 | % |
| Phenoxyethanol | 0.1 - 0.5 | % |
| Poloxamer 235 | 5 - 9 | % |
| Poloxamer 338 | 5 - 9 | % |
| Tocophersolan | 3 - 7 | % |
| Water | q.s. | — |
