Why Green Tea is the New Powerhouse Ingredient in Skincare
Written for Skinvolve
Alright Skinvolve sisters (and brothers). We all know that green tea poses a plethora of benefits for the body, but have you ever wondered what it could do for your skin? Turns out, this natural powerhouse ingredient is just as nourishing for you whether it is sipped in a tea or lathered on your skin.
Here at Skinvolve, we are massive fans of all things natural beauty, which is exactly why we include green tea extract in our skincare products. Today, we want to turn you into a superfan just like us.
In this article, our team of experts are going to be covering the top green tea benefits for the skin. If you are looking to revamp your skincare routine, read our article below.
What Is Green Tea?
Before we get ahead of ourselves, let’s go back to the basics. Derived from the Camellia sinensis species, green tea is an ancient plant that has been around for thousands of years. Originating in China back in 2737 BC, these earthy-flavored leaves have since risen in popularity across the globe and now come in a number of different varieties.
While drinking green tea may be the most common way people enjoy this grassy elixir, it actually can be used topically to promote healthy skin as well. The reason green tea has gained so much popularity over the years is because of its anti-aging and anti-inflammatory properties. As a powerful antioxidant, green tea is often used in skincare to soothe skin irritation and treat other skin disorders. Today, green tea skincare ranges from cleansers to moisturizers to even body lotions like our Body Boost Gel from Skinvolve.
Benefits of Green Tea for the Skin
Looking to add green tea skincare into your morning tea? Learn about the benefits of green tea for the skin below.
Neutralizes Oily Skin
Do you struggle with oily skin? While you don’t get to choose which skin type you’re born with, you can learn how to manage any unwanted symptoms that may come your way. Unfortunately those with oily skin often deal with acne breakouts and other unwanted side effects, making it difficult to know which skincare products are right for their specific skin type.
Green tea has an organic substance called tannins, which works as a natural astringent when applied to the skin. What does that mean exactly? It means that the tannins help to shrink pores and control sebum production, the two most common complaints for those with oily skin. Instead of just removing excess oil, green tea is able to go deep into the skin and reduce oil production directly at the source.
Offers Anti-aging Properties
Who doesn’t want to look younger? That’s right. No one. We all wish we had fewer fine lines and a more even skin tone. While we may not be able to fully halt the aging process altogether, we can prolong it or even reverse the dreaded signs. Lucky for you, green tea skincare can be the perfect sidekick to help fight away those annoying skin issues.
Free radicals are some of the main causes of premature aging. These invading molecules can cause serious havoc on the body. Traditionally, free radicals come from an unhealthy diet, pollution, and other toxins in our environment. Green tea is known to help fight away these pesky invaders both when consumed or applied, making it the perfect ingredient to help promote youthful, glowing skin.
Unclogs Pores
If you have ever suffered from an acne breakout (which we all have), you know just how frustrating it can be to clear up your skin. While there are a plethora of pimple-fighting products on the market, most of these skincare treatments lead to dry skin or skin irritation. The last thing you want to do is swap one skin condition for another.
So, how can green tea help with acne? As said before, green tea helps reduce the size of pores, which means less oil, dead skin cells, and other gunk that can get below the surface of your skin and cause breakouts.
Soothes Irritated Skin
Do you suffer from skin irritation? Having sensitive skin can be a real pain. Because green tea contains caffeine, this natural ingredient can help reduce inflammation in the blood vessels of your face. So what does that mean for your redness or puffiness? It means that green tea may be able to reduce those symptoms while minimizing the appearance of dark circles and puffy eyes.
If you are looking for other caffeinated products, you might also want to try our Peppermint Phoenician Secret Scrub that you can use all over your body. This exfoliator rejuvenates the skin by scrubbing away any dead skin cells and debris from your pores to leave behind a radiant glow and soft texture to the skin.
Protects the Skin Against Harmful UV Rays
Our favorite skincare summer hack? Drinking tea! Not only can a tall glass of iced green tea be oh-so refreshing during the hot summer months, but it can actually protect the skin from harmful UV rays and sun damage as well. Catechins, a component found in green tea, is known to provide the skin with sun protection, even at low doses. So if you want to give your skin a boost of UV support this summer, try adding a cup or two of green tea to your morning routine.
Is Green Tea Good for The Skin?
Yes, of course green tea is good for your skin! Whether you are looking to mitigate your acne breakout problem or you want to reduce the appearance of fine lines and dark circles, topical green tea poses a number of different health benefits for the skin.
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