Organic White Tea SNO (Sunflower Oil)
Unlike green tea which is made from mature tea leaves, white tea is made using the tender, uppermost buds and new leaves. Since there is minimal processing, the integrity of the phytochemicals in the leaves is preserved. It is these compounds that [provide potent antioxidant activity to counteract extrinsic damage. Environmental and lifestyle factors such as exposure to UV radiation, air pollution and smoking all contribute to free radical formation which damages our skin at the molecular level. This damage contributes to the formation of wrinkles as well as a decrease in tone.
The different tea varietals that we’re familiar with are a result of the different processing methods. Black, oolong, green and white tea all contain polyphenolic flavonoid compunds typically referred to as catechins. It is these compounds that deliver teas’ potent antioxidant activity, and it is the white tea variety that has the highest concentrations of catechins.
The priniciple catechins found in white tea are: epicatechin (EC), epigallocatechin (EGC), epicatechin gallate (ECG), and epigallocatechin gallate (EGCG). As a result of their antioxidant activity, catechins are understood to protect against DNA damage caused by reactive oxygen species (ROS). EGCG also inhibits ultraviolet (UV) radiation-induced oxidative stress to reduce oxidative damage to cellular DNA, while simultaneously, boosting levels of antioxidant defense enzymes such as superoxide dismutase (SOD) and catalase.
Organic White Tea SNO is a USDA-NOP Certified Organic product extracted in sunflower oil. Intended for use in anhydrous formulations, Organic White Tea SNO can be incorporated into hair or skincare applications, including hair serums and emulsions and suited to anti-aging and anti-wrinkle formulations.
Also available in Rice Solution as well as our Glycerin Version
INCI Nomenclature: Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil & Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract
Appearance: Yellow to Amber Hazy Liquid
Suggested Use Levels: 1.0-10.0%
Solubility: Oil Soluble
Storage: Protected from direct light and humidity at a temperature of 50°-77°F (10°-25°C)
Shelf life: 12 months from the date of manufacture, properly stored, in sealed container.
This product should be added to a formulation at the recommended usage rate.
All products sold are cosmetic grade; External Use Only; Cosmetic & Personal Care Formulations Only.
Our products are for cosmetic and personal care formulations only; External Use Only. We recommend working with a chemist or a formulator if you’re not advanced in formulating.
Statements contained herein have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. These products are not intended to diagnose, treat and cure, or prevent disease.
