By now you’ve heard about the benefits of antioxidants—the compounds that can counter the effects of free radicals (bodily byproducts that can cause damage to cells). Good news: polyphenols, which are a class of bioflavinoids, are rife in green tea. Most of the polyphenols in green tea are catechins, which have been shown to function as antioxidant, anti-inflammatory and anticancer agents.[1]

What does that mean for your skin? EGCG, the most prominent catechin in green tea, has been shown to rejuvenate dying skin cells,[2] and can help prevent and treat sun damage.[3] It’s also great for oily skin; one study indicates that green tea helps regulate sebum production and modulate acne breakouts.[4]

We use the whole plant in powder form (matcha) to deliver maximum skin benefits.

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The Green Monstah Decongesting Mask

[1] Säntosh K. Katiyar, Nihal Ahmad, and Hasan Mukhtar. Green Tea and Skin. Arch Dermatol. 2000;136(8):989-994. doi:10.1001/archderm.136.8.989

[2] Green Tea Linked To Skin Cell Rejuvenation

[3] Elmets, Craig A., et al. "Cutaneous photoprotection from ultraviolet injury by green tea polyphenols." Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology44.3 (2001): 425-432. [Link]

[4] Saric, S., Notay, M., & Sivamani, R. (2016). Green Tea and Other Tea Polyphenols: Effects on Sebum Production and Acne Vulgaris. Antioxidants, 6(1), 2. doi:10.3390/antiox6010002