Camellia
What Camellia is & what it does
Camellia, on a cosmetic ingredient list, refers to material derived from plants of the Camellia genus, which includes the tea plant (Camellia sinensis) and Camellia japonica. Depending on the part used, Camellia ingredients can supply antioxidant polyphenols (as in green tea) or rich, conditioning oils. In skincare and sunscreen formulas they are used for their soothing, antioxidant, and emollient properties. The exact role depends on which species and plant part the specific extract or oil comes from.
What does Camellia do in skincare?
Camellia ingredients come from plants of the Camellia genus, including the tea plant and Camellia japonica. Depending on the species and plant part, they can provide antioxidant polyphenols (as in green tea) or rich, conditioning oils, so they are used for soothing, antioxidant, and emollient effects. The exact role depends on the specific extract or oil used.
Is Camellia natural or synthetic?
Camellia ingredients are natural in origin, derived from Camellia plants such as the tea plant. They are processed into extracts or oils before being formulated into cosmetics.
Is Camellia safe?
Camellia-derived extracts and oils are widely used in cosmetics and are generally well tolerated. As with any botanical, sensitivity is possible for some people, so patch testing a new product is reasonable. For specific health concerns, consult a qualified professional.
Sunscreens with Camellia
We rate 6 sunscreens that contain it:
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Qurez Mattifying SPF 50 Matcha Green Tea And Aloe Vera
83/100
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Paula's Choice Calm Mineral Moisturiser SPF 30
81/100
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Qurez Mattifying Mineral Sunscreen Spf 50 Pa +++
76/100
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Qurez Mattifying Spf 50 Sunscreen With Sea Buckthorn, Aloe Vera And Vitamin E
75/100
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Qurez Mattifying Mineral Sunscreen SPF 30 Pa+++ With Blue Light Protection
75/100
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Thrive Natural Moisturizing Mineral Face Sunscreen SPF 30
67/100