Throughout the generations, the secrets and knowledge about green tea have been passed down to us. No doubt it should be consumed or applied to our body daily. Starting from numerous health benefits from both mental and physical sides, nothing is left to be discovered. Here, let’s talk about the benefits of green tea that plays a great role in enhancing our beauty.

  1. Prevents UV-induced Skin Problems: Green tea contains polyphenols and antioxidants that can prevent any skin issues caused by UV rays. From wrinkles, fine lines, and pigmentation to any melanoma, and non-melanoma cancers can be avoided with the help of skincare products with green tea.
  2. Cancer Protectant: UV-induced carcinogenesis formation(Cancer) could be prevented by the use of green tea. The Polyphenols and EGCE present in it stops inflammation caused by UV rays. However, the test subjects were animals, not humans, so there’s no telling how it may react to us.
  3. Fights Premature Aging: The EGCG and antioxidants present in it revitalizes dying skin and restores it back to a better state. This could fight dullness and premature aging of the skin. A study related to this was done in the Medical College of Georgia.
  4. Reduces Acne and Pimple: There are a total of 4 catechin substances in green tea that help protect skin from various skin issues. They also soothe any inflammation on the skin such as acne, pimples, and rosacea. Even gels containing 2% green tea extracts can reduce mild to moderate acne When applied topically.
  5. Reduces Sebums: Applying skincare products topically with even 5% green tea extracts can reduce the production of sebum on the surface of the skin in less than 2 months. This will be very useful for people with acne-prone skin. As excess secretion of sebum could lead to acne formation.
  6. Reduces Puffiness:  The antioxidants called flavonoids and tannins in green tea are anti-inflammatory. The tannins tighten the skin and draw out excess fluid to alleviate any puffiness. Place a sachet of green tea in the fridge over the night. In the morning put them over your tired and puffed-up eyes for 5 mins. And all the puffiness will go away.

These were just some of the benefits of green tea in terms of beauty. And we are very sure that even more are yet to be discovered. So, don’t be too lazy to include green tea in your skincare routines immediately as a face pack, essential oils, face wash, serums, etc.

 

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