A natural daytime antioxidant partner to vitamin C derivatives and SPF; complements soothing actives.
Antioxidants · Strong evidence
Green Tea Extract
INCI: Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract · EGCG, polyphenols
AntioxidantSoothesBalances oil
A polyphenol-rich antioxidant that defends against environmental stress while calming and balancing the skin.
What it is
Green tea extract is rich in polyphenols, especially EGCG (epigallocatechin gallate), one of the more potent plant antioxidants studied in skincare. Beyond antioxidant defence it has soothing and mildly oil-balancing qualities, making it a versatile protective botanical.
How it works
Neutralises free radicals
Its polyphenols quench the reactive molecules generated by UV and pollution, protecting against oxidative environmental stress.
Calms and balances
It soothes the look of redness and has a mild oil-balancing quality, useful for stressed or combination skin.
The evidence
Green tea polyphenols have a strong antioxidant evidence base and good support for soothing and protecting environmentally-stressed skin.
Worth knowing
Antioxidants support sun protection rather than replacing it, most powerful alongside daily SPF.
Evidence tiers reflect the general weight of published cosmetic-science literature on this ingredient, not a claim about any individual SENSCERA product. Cosmetic products support the appearance and condition of skin and hair; they are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease. Individual results vary.