WHAT IS GREEN TEA?
GREEN TEA EXTRACT BENEFITS FOR SKIN
WHAT IS GREEN TEA?
Just one type of plant, Camellia sinensis, is the source of oolong, black and green teas, with the young leaves and buds producing green tea specifically. It’s rich in naturally occurring polyphenols, which are known to act as antioxidants.
GREEN TEA EXTRACT BENEFITS FOR SKIN
You’ll love green tea even more when you find out how good it is as a skincare ingredient! Once the young tea leaves have been dried, they are processed into green tea extract, which is commonly used in both makeup and skincare. Because of its polyphenols, antioxidant-rich nutrients that help to protect skin from the effects of free radicals in the environment, it can help to lock in moisture and keep skin super hydrated.
You can even use green tea for complexion benefits, especially if you have some redness due to dryness. The topical application of green tea extract has been shown to be potentially effective for some inflammatory, dermatologic skin conditions including atopic dermatitis, more commonly known as eczema.
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Sources:
Green Tea
Plant Polyphenols
The Use of Green Tea Extract in Cosmetic Formulations
Green Tea in Dermatology
Protective Mechanisms of Green Tea Polyphenols in Skin
Double-Blinded, Placebo-Controlled Trial of Green Tea Extracts