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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.

Brand: BioGenic (16 products)

INCI Name: Epigallocatechin Gallate, Phenoxyethanol, Poloxamer 235, Poloxamer 338, Tocophersolan

Functions: Anti-Wrinkle Agent, Antioxidant, Brightening Agent

Ingredient Origin: Plant Origin

Benefit Claims: Anti-Wrinkle, Antioxidant Properties, Brightening, Encapsulated Actives, Solubilizing

Technical Data Sheet

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Knowde-enriched technical product data sheet

Identification & Functionality

Carrier
Aqua,
Butylene Glycol,
Glycerin
INCI Name
Epigallocatechin Gallate,
Phenoxyethanol,
Poloxamer 235,
Poloxamer 338,
Tocophersolan
Ingredient Origin
Plant Origin
Cosmetic Ingredients Functions
Anti-Wrinkle Agent,
Antioxidant,
Brightening Agent
Technologies
Cosmetic Ingredients
Product Families
Cosmetic Ingredients — Cosmetic Actives
Skin Actives

Features & Benefits

Benefit Claims
Anti-Wrinkle,
Antioxidant Properties,
Brightening,
Encapsulated Actives,
Solubilizing
Benefits

Due to the encapsulation, EGCG can be easily solubilized in water with good stability (see compatibility section).

Applications & Uses

Application Format
Creams,
Gel,
Leave On,
Lotions,
Serum
Skin Care Applications
Skin Brightening Products,
Skin Serums
Application pH Range
max. 5.2
Use Level
min. 5%
Applications
  • Crème
  • Lotion
  • Gel
  • Serum
Formulation Guidelines
  • Use Level: > 5%
  • Post-add to emulsion formulation
  • Ensure it is completely solubilized before continuing the formula
  • Recommended formulation pH: < 5.2

Properties

Physical Form
Liquid
Odor
Characteristic
Appearance
Colorless to yellow liquid
Typical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Active Concentration4.5 - 5.5%-
Composition
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Butylene Glycol5 - 9%-
Epigallocatechin Gallate4.5 - 5.5%-
Glycerin5 - 9%-
Phenoxyethanol0.1 - 0.5%-
Poloxamer 2355 - 9%-
Poloxamer 3385 - 9%-
Tocophersolan3 - 7%-
Waterq.s.--

Technical Details & Test Data

Technical Information

The encapsulation is formed by a “polymeric micelle”. Polymeric micelle technology utilizes amphiphilic polymers to form micelles that encapsulate the active. Below is the schematic of the encapsulation:

Presperse Inc BioGenic EGCG-200 Technical Information

Compatibility
  • Incompatible with iron oxides, titanium dioxide, zinc oxide
  • Alkaline and oxidizing agents may cause discoloration

Storage & Handling

Storage & Handling

BioGenic EGCG-200 can be stored in cool conditions (4°C - 11°C) in an appropriate container, tightly sealed.