Epigallocatechin Gallate

Excellente

Antioxidante

Epigallocatechin Gallate at a glance

  • Also known as ECGC, it is a catechin, a type of natural phenol and antioxidant
  • The chief catechin in green tea, responsible for many of its health benefits
  • Potent antioxidant capabilities make it an important anti-ageing ingredient
  • Has soothing and photoprotective properties

Epigallocatechin Gallate description

Epigallocatechin gallate, also known as EGCG and epigallocatechin-3-gallate is a catechin, a type of natural phenol and antioxidant. It is the chief catechin in green tea and believed to be responsible for many of its health benefits. There are numerous studies showing its positive impact on health when ingested, including the improvement of vascular symptoms. When applied topically, research shows that EGCG has soothing properties, as well as the ability to protect skin from sun damage (though it is not a replacement for daily use of a sunscreen rated SPF 30 or higher). Because of its potent antioxidant capabilities, it is considered an excellent anti-ageing ingredient, with the ability to help skin both look and act younger. Amounts between 1–5% have oil-controlling benefits and can be a helpful measure for those with blemish-prone skin.

Epigallocatechin Gallate references

  • Mediators of Inflammation, January 2024, pages 1-11
  • Scientific Reports, January 2022, ePublication
  • Phytotherapy Research, September 2020, pages 2,170-2,179
  • International Journal of Molecular Sciences, January 2018, page 173
  • European Journal of Pharmaceutics and Biopharmaceutics, August 2017, pages 286-291
  • Mechanisms of Ageing and Development, June 2017, pages 1-7
  • Journal of Investigative Dermatology, February 2013, pages 429–440
  • Rheumatology, July 2010 Epublication
  • The Journal of Clinical and Aesthetic Dermatology, January 2009, pages 36-40
  • Food and Chemical Toxicology, April 2008, pages 1,298-1,307

Peer-reviewed, substantiated scientific research is used to assess ingredients in this dictionary. Regulations regarding constraints, permitted concentration levels and availability vary by country and region.

Calificaciones de ingredientes

Excelente

Ingrediente sobresaliente con beneficios reales para la piel. Su eficacia está demostrada y respaldada por estudios independientes.

Bueno

Aunque no son tan beneficiosos como los de la categoría excelente, suelen ser necesarios para mejorar la textura, la estabilidad o la absorción de una fórmula.

Aceptable

Puede presentar ciertas limitaciones en cuanto a su apariencia, estabilidad o eficacia. A veces, son ingredientes básicos o que no cuentan con suficiente respaldo científico.

Poco recomendable

Aunque puede ofrecer algunos beneficios se recomienda evitarlo por su probabilidad de causar irritación, especialmente si se combina con otros ingredientes problemáticos.

Desaconsejable

Ha demostrado provocar efectos adversos como irritación, inflamación o sequedad, especialmente si se utiliza en altas concentraciones o junto con otros ingredientes irritantes.

Desconocido

No hemos encontrado este ingrediente en nuestro diccionario. Registramos todos los ingredientes desconocidos y actualizamos la información de forma continua.

Sin calificar

Ingrediente registrado, pero con la información científica disponible pendiente de revisar.