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Green Tea

Green Tea

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Highlights of Green Tea

  • Antioxidant
  • Anti-inflammatory
  • Reduces excess sebum, great for treating oily and acne prone skin
  • Hydration and moisture retention by fortifying skin barriers1
  • Anti-ageing

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What is Green Tea?

Green tea, like all tea, comes from the camellia sinensis plant. Unlike other teas, young green tea leaves are steamed and dried quickly, preventing oxidation and fermentation, which preserves their vibrant green colour.2 This process also safeguards the health-promoting polyphenols, particularly catechins, which make up more than 75% of green tea’s polyphenols.3 The most potent of these catechins is Epigallocatechin-3-Gallate (EGCG), contributing to green tea’s many potential health and skin benefits.

What can Green Tea do for your skin?

Antioxidant – polyphenols are potent antioxidants, antioxidants are important to combat free radicals that lead to premature ageing. It can protect against UV radiation and pollution.4 Polyphenols can fight off DNA damage in skin cells by promoting DNA repair.5

Anti-ageing – Polyphenols work synergistically with compounds such as vitamin C which can stimulate collagen production. It also promotes elasticity, resulting in plumper and more youthful skin.

Anti-inflammatory – helps to calm redness and soothe irritation, can help skin conditions such as psoriasis, rosacea and eczema.6

Acne treatment – one of the main causes of breakouts is excess sebum production. Topical application of green tea extract can control sebum production, and manage acne breakouts.7 A controlled study in 2021 shows promising results in utilising green tea in acne treatment.8

How do you use Green Tea?

Green tea, lauded for its health benefits, has also gained significant popularity in various skincare products. Toners, serums, essences, creams, eye creams, and masks often incorporate green tea due to its potential benefits. Green tea is generally considered gentle on the skin, making it suitable for a wider range of skin types. Remember, even though generally well-tolerated, a patch test is always recommended before introducing any new product, including those containing green tea, to identify any potential sensitivities.

Banish oily skin with Bonajour’s green tea duo: their AC Control Toner eliminates excess oil for a shine-free finish, while the AC Control Lotion keeps you matte and hydrated. Sandawha’s Vitamin C Brightening Essence tackles uneven skin tone. Neulii’s Jojoba Moist Cleansing Balm gently cleanses and hydrates, leaving your skin feeling fresh. Finally, pamper your tired feet with Clapoti’s Foot Cream Mask for ultimate softness.

 

 

 

Can you use Green Tea when you’re pregnant?

While green tea is generally considered safe for topical application, those who experience hypersensitivity should exercise caution, especially pregnant or lactating individuals. If you have any concerns about incorporating green tea into your routine while pregnant or breastfeeding, it’s always best to consult your healthcare provider. They can offer personalised advice based on your unique health situation.

SOURCES

1 Gianeti MD, Mercurio DG, Campos PM. The use of green tea extract in cosmetic formulations: not only an antioxidant active ingredient. Dermatol Ther. 2013 May-Jun;26(3):267-71. doi: 10.1111/j.1529-8019.2013.01552.x. Epub 2013 Mar 13. PMID: 23742288. Link

2 Koch, Wojciech, Justyna Zagórska, Zbigniew Marzec, and Wirginia Kukula-Koch. 2019. “Applications of Tea (Camellia sinensis) and Its Active Constituents in Cosmetics” Molecules 24, no. 23: 4277. Link

3 Bae, J., Kim, N., Shin, Y. et al. Activity of catechins and their applications. biomed dermatol 4, 8 (2020). Link

4 OyetakinWhite, P., Tribout, H., & Baron, E. (2012). Protective mechanisms of green tea polyphenols in skin. Oxidative medicine and cellular longevity, 2012, 560682. Link

5 Chacko, S.M., Thambi, P.T., Kuttan, R. et al. Chin Med 5, 13 (2010). Beneficial effects of green tea: A literature review. Link

6 Katiyar SK, Ahmad N, Mukhtar H. Green tea and skin. Arch Dermatol. 2000 Aug;136(8):989-94. doi: 10.1001/archderm.136.8.989. PMID: 10926734. Link

7 Saric, Suzana, Manisha Notay, and Raja K. Sivamani. 2017. “Green Tea and Other Tea Polyphenols: Effects on Sebum Production and Acne Vulgaris” Antioxidants 6, no. 1: 2. Link

8 Kim S, Park TH, Kim WI, Park S, Kim JH, Cho MK. The effects of green tea on acne vulgaris: A systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized clinical trials. Phytother Res. 2021 Jan;35(1):374-383. doi: 10.1002/ptr.6809. Epub 2020 Aug 19. PMID: 32812270. Link

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