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With the abundance of botanical plants available, we don’t need to look far for skincare ingredients. There\u2019s a high chance that these ingredients have been subsumed as part of a beauty routine for thousands of years ago. Whenever we think of such ingredients, green tea is without a doubt on top of the list. Aside from the fact that it is rich in antioxidants, green tea is actually equally beneficial for consumption and skin. Whether you\u2019re a coffee lover or not, a cup of matcha latte or even just plain hot green tea is definitely a perfect way to start your day. However, if you haven’t started incorporating it into your skincare routine, you are certainly missing out on its efficacy. Just think of it like a perk-me-up for your skin. Well, there\u2019s a good reason why beauty brands have been religiously formulating their products to include green tea extract, right? <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Brief Information<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

What is the main benefit?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

This antioxidant-rich ingredient delivers comprehensive benefits to the skin which includes soothes irritation, regulating excess sebum, protecting against environmental aggressors and reversing the signs of ageing<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Who should use it?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

It is ideal to be used on all skin types unless you have a super sensitive skin<\/p>\n\n\n\n

How to use it?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Green tea is suitable for daily usage when applied topically and it is recommended that you pair it together with other antioxidants ingredients for optimal outcomes<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What is Green Tea? <\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Green tea derives from a botanical plant scientifically known as Camellia sinensis. You might also be surprised to know that a similar plant actually produces black and oolong teas. However, it merely depends on the preparation in which green tea involves the leaves being steamed, pan-fried and dried. The presence of polyphenols or catechins in green tea deliver wonderful benefits to the overall skin as it is packed with antioxidants and soothing properties. In a study<\/a> published in a Journal of Ethnopharmacology, it was found that the Epigallocatechin gallate (EGCG) in green tea indicates various therapeutic benefits including antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, anti-diabetes, anti-myocardial infarction and anti-atherosclerosis<\/p>\n\n\n\n

With its astounding benefits and properties, it is not a surprise that you can find tons of beauty products from cleansers, moisturisers, masks, to serums that are formulated with green tea extract. If you\u2019re a true green tea aficionado at heart, you will surely know the burning question that people have been asking discreetly, which green tea is the best for skin? Fret not as we will get straight to the point. One of the ways to ensure that you get your hands on the highest quality of green tea is to make sure that they are labelled organic or 100% pure without any addictive or additional ingredients.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you\u2019re looking for the highest quality of green tea for skin, matcha is the one for you as it is packed with 137 times more Epigallocatechin gallate (EGCG) than regular green tea. Similar to other antioxidants ingredients, green tea is actually very unstable and oxidises easily, so it can be quite difficult to formulate it. Thereby, storing the product properly and knowing how the ingredient is sourced can help you to prolong its efficacy. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Benefits of Green Tea For Skin<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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