The Benefits of Green Tea in Clean Beauty and Grooming

The Green Elixir

Green tea isn't just for sipping; it's making waves in the world of clean beauty and grooming, and for all the right reasons. A staple in Eastern cultures for millennia, green tea has become globally renowned not just for its delicate taste, but for its powerful health benefits.

Now, let's dive into the multiple reasons why we love green tea in beauty and grooming!

♥️ Packed with Antioxidants

Green tea is loaded with catechins, which are natural antioxidants that help in preventing cell damage and reducing inflammation¹. These antioxidants can help delay signs of aging, making skin appear youthful and radiant.

♥️ Fights Acne and Oily Skin

The anti-inflammatory properties of green tea can help reduce skin redness and irritation, making it a boon for acne-prone skin². The tannins in green tea act as an astringent, shrinking pores and reducing the production of sebum, the skin's natural oil.

♥️ Reduces Eye Puffiness

Tired of those dark circles and puffy eyes? The caffeine and tannins in green tea can help by shrinking blood vessels underneath the delicate skin around the eyes, thereby reducing puffiness and dark circles³.

♥️ Promotes Healthy Hair

Green tea can promote hair growth by preventing DHT (Dihydrotestosterone), a hormone linked to hair loss⁴. Its anti-inflammatory properties can also help reduce dandruff and support scalp health.

Green Tea in Action: Product Examples

• For Skin: "Fields of Green™️ Oganic Matcha Ultra-Soothing Moisturizer" harnesses the power of green tea to hydrate, soothe and rejuvenate the skin with phytonutrient moisture.
• For Eyes: "Hello Bright Eyes Facial Set - For All Skin Types" is a 3-step facial treatment infused with fatty acids, moisture-locking ingredients and skin-feeding super antioxidants - green tea, goji fruit and pomegranate - for when dull or dry skin needs a kick to the curb!
• For Hair: "CORPORE SANO Greasy Hair Shampoo" blends rejuvenating and detoxifying green tea with regulatory and astringent nettle and antimicrobial and purifying thyme to regulate oil production, purify the scalp and keep hair clean for longer.

While the benefits of drinking green tea are well-known, its role in clean beauty and grooming is still an unfolding story. Incorporating green tea-infused products into your beauty and grooming routine is not just a nod to ancient wisdom, but a step towards holistic and clean self-care.

Discover the magic of green tea in your beauty regime and let nature nurture you.

Footnotes

1. Chacko, S. M., Thambi, P. T., Kuttan, R., & Nishigaki, I. (2010). Beneficial effects of green tea: A literature review. Chinese medicine, 5, 13. ↩
2. Yoon, J. Y., Kwon, H. H., Min, S. U., Thiboutot, D. M., & Suh, D. H. (2013). Epigallocatechin-3-gallate improves acne in humans by modulating intracellular molecular targets and inhibiting P. acnes. Journal of Investigative Dermatology, 133(2), 429-440. ↩
3. Roh, E., Kim, J. E., Kwon, J. Y., Park, J. S., Bode, A. M., Dong, Z., & Lee, K. W. (2017). Molecular mechanisms of green tea polyphenols with protective effects against skin photoaging. Critical reviews in food science and nutrition, 57(8), 1631-1637. ↩
4. Kwon, O. S., Han, J. H., Yoo, H. G., Chung, J. H., Cho, K. H., Eun, H. C., & Kim, K. H. (2007). Human hair growth enhancement in vitro by green tea epigallocatechin-3-gallate (EGCG). Phytomedicine, 14(7-8), 551-555. ↩