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Camellia Japonica Flower Extract

ツバキ花エキス (Tsubaki-hana ekisu)

Also known as: Camellia Flower Extract

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At a glance

Category	Cosmetics
INCI name	Camellia Japonica Flower Extract↗
Japanese labeling name	ツバキ花エキス
Common Japanese notations	ツバキ花エキス
Origin	Plant-derived (Camellia japonica flowers)
Typical functions	Skin conditioning, Antioxidant, Fragrance
Regulatory status in Japan	Cosmetic ingredient listed in the JSCI labeling name dictionary.

TL;DR

•Camellia Japonica Flower Extract (JSCI: ツバキ花エキス) is a plant-derived extract from the flowers of Camellia japonica, containing flavonoids, tannins, and trace aromatic compounds, with a different profile from the seed oil of the same plant.
•It is used as an antioxidant, skin-conditioning, and fragrance ingredient in face toners, essences, and hair products, often in product lines that also incorporate Camellia japonica seed oil.
•Permitted as a cosmetic ingredient under Japan's JSCI dictionary.

Key points

JSCI labeling name: ツバキ花エキス. Produced by water or hydro-alcoholic extraction of Camellia japonica flowers; compositionally distinct from the seed oil (ツバキ油).
Key compounds include flavonoids, tannins, and trace aromatic compounds; functional profile differs from the emollient-dominant seed oil.
Commonly used alongside Camellia japonica seed oil in multi-format product ranges to deliver a unified camellia botanical story across both skin-conditioning and antioxidant functions.
Primarily appears in facial toners, essences, and hair products rather than high-oil-content formulations.
No quasi-drug designation; classified as a standard cosmetic ingredient under the JSCI framework.

Camellia japonica flower extract is the floral counterpart to tsubaki seed oil. Where the seed oil is a centuries-old staple of Japanese hair care, the flower extract is a more recent cosmetic addition, used primarily in face skincare and in lines that tie back to the same botanical story.

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Cosmetic (一般化粧品)76

Origin

Plant-derived319

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Face toners and essences
Hair products
Aromatic blends

Ingredient profile

Camellia japonica flower extract is produced by water or hydro-alcoholic extraction of Camellia japonica flowers. The extract contains flavonoids, tannins, and trace aromatic compounds, with a different compositional profile than the seed oil.

OEM applications

In cosmetics, the flower extract appears in face toners, essences, and hair products — often in product lines that also use tsubaki seed oil. The botanical provides a unified camellia-story across a full product range.

Regulatory classification in Japan

Cosmetic use is permitted under the JSCI dictionary.

Regulatory classification in other markets

EU	Listed in CosIng. Permitted for cosmetic use.
USA	INCI recognized by PCPC.
China	Permitted per IECIC listings.
Korea	Permitted under KFDA / MFDS.

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Camellia Japonica Seed Oil (Tsubaki)

Quick answers

What is Camellia Japonica Flower Extract?: Camellia japonica flower extract is the floral counterpart to tsubaki seed oil. Where the seed oil is a centuries-old staple of Japanese hair care, the flower extract is a more recent cosmetic addition, used primarily in face skincare and in lines that tie back to the same botanical story.
What is the regulatory status of Camellia Japonica Flower Extract in Japan?: Cosmetic ingredient listed in the JSCI labeling name dictionary.
What products typically use Camellia Japonica Flower Extract?: Face toners and essences / Hair products / Aromatic blends
Where does Camellia Japonica Flower Extract come from?: Plant-derived (Camellia japonica flowers)
What is the INCI / JSCI labeling name for Camellia Japonica Flower Extract?: INCI: Camellia Japonica Flower Extract / JSCI: ツバキ花エキス

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FAQ for OEM buyers

Q. Is Camellia Japonica Flower Extract listed in CosIng?

Yes, 'Camellia Japonica Flower Extract' is in the CosIng database as a skin-conditioning ingredient and is separate from the more familiar 'Camellia Japonica Seed Oil' (tsubaki oil). Both are recognized cosmetic ingredients.

Sources · Last reviewed: 2026-04-26

CosIng database — INCI: Camellia Japonica Flower Extract
CosIng database — INCI: Camellia Japonica Seed Oil

Q. Why use the flower extract instead of (or in addition to) the seed oil?

The flower extract offers different sensorial and storytelling positioning — water-soluble form for water-phase formulations, and floral narrative that complements the oleic-rich seed oil in a unified camellia line. Many premium Japanese brands use both to anchor a full camellia-themed product range.

Sources · Last reviewed: 2026-04-26

Industry knowledge — Japanese camellia-themed brand strategy

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Q. Are there sourcing or harvest-window constraints for camellia flowers?

Camellia japonica flowers bloom typically January-March in southern Japan; cosmetic-grade flower-extract sourcing is concentrated around this seasonal harvest. Plan 6–12 month lead times for next-season custom batches and confirm provenance with the supplier.

Sources · Last reviewed: 2026-04-26

Industry knowledge — Japanese camellia harvest cycle

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Q. Does Izu Oshima or another camellia-region carry registered GI status for cosmetic-extract use?

Izu Oshima is famous for camellia products but cosmetic-extract use does not currently have a national GI registration; buyers should consult the 農林水産省 (Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries) GI Registry to verify current status before using regional-origin claims. Supplier provenance documentation should support any regional-source claim.

Sources · Last reviewed: 2026-04-26

農林水産省 (Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries) — Geographical Indication (GI) Registry

Use cases

Facial toner
Positioning
Premium camellia-themed daily toner pairing with tsubaki seed-oil products
Typical usage level
0.5–3%
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- Industry knowledge — Japanese camellia-themed lines
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Essence / serum
Positioning
Floral-narrative premium essence in a unified camellia range
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- Industry knowledge — Japanese essence market
Industry-knowledge claim — not yet pinned to a single primary source
Hair conditioner / treatment
Positioning
Camellia-themed haircare paired with tsubaki seed oil for product range coherence
Sources
- Industry knowledge — Japanese haircare market
Industry-knowledge claim — not yet pinned to a single primary source
Body wash
Positioning
Floral-themed premium body wash in gift-set lines
Sources
- Industry knowledge — Japanese gift cosmetics
Industry-knowledge claim — not yet pinned to a single primary source

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EU CosIng（成分検索） ↗

References

JSCI labeling name directory — ツバキ花エキス
EU CosIng entry: Camellia Japonica Flower Extract

Primary sources referenced

EU CosIng（成分検索）
厚生労働省化粧品基準 (Cosmetic Standards)
EU CosIng - European Cosmetic Ingredients Database
PubChem (US National Library of Medicine)
JSCI labeling name directory — ツバキ花エキス
EU CosIng entry: Camellia Japonica Flower Extract

Last updated: 2026-04-22. Ingredient entries are reviewed at least annually against current regulatory listings. Editorial policy

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