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Green Tea

Best

Antioxidant

Green Tea at a glance

  • A plant-derived ingredient also known as Cameillia sinesis
  • Has anti-aging and skin-soothing benefits for skin
  • Contains the antioxidant powerhouse epigallocatechin gallate
  • Can also help improve the appearance of sun-damaged skin

Green Tea description

Research has established that topical application of green tea leaves or extracts have many benefits for skin, including anti-ageing properties. The polyphenols in green tea possess potent antioxidant and skin-soothing properties, and show significant promise for improving the appearance of sun-damaged skin.Epigallocatechin gallate (EGCG) is one of the active constituents of green tea believed to be responsible for its many health and appearance benefits, both orally and topically.If you’re looking for green tea in your personal care products it may be listed by its Latin name, cameillia sinesis. It is a gentle antioxidant that is among the most well researched and impressive in terms of its many benefits; however, it’s not the best or the only antioxidants to look for, so stick with products that contain several antioxidants.

Related ingredients: Camellia Sinensis Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract Epigallocatechin Gallate

Products with Green Tea

Clinical 20% Niacinamide Treatment
Routine Step 1 Routine Step 2 Routine Step 3 Routine Step 4 Routine Step 5
Step 4 Treatment: Our boosters, serums and treatments contain high concentrations of ingredients to address specific skin concerns
-20%
Treatments Clinical 20% Niacinamide Treatment
All skin types
£52.00 £41.60
20% off
Skin Perfecting 2% BHA Liquid Exfoliant
Routine Step 1 Routine Step 2 Routine Step 3 Routine Step 4 Routine Step 5
Step 3 Exfoliant: A gentle leave-on AHA or BHA exfoliant removes built-up layers of dead skin cells that clog pores and cause dullness
-20%
Step 3 Exfoliants Skin Perfecting 2% BHA Liquid Exfoliant
All skin types
£35.00 £28.00
20% off
Resist Anti-Aging Replenishing Toner
Routine Step 1 Routine Step 2 Routine Step 3 Routine Step 4 Routine Step 5
Step 2 Toner: After cleansing your skin needs a product that replenishes its surface. A good toner does exactly that
-20%
Step 2 Toners Resist Anti-Aging Replenishing Toner
Normal skin, Dry skin
£29.00 £23.20
20% off
Resist Anti-Ageing Skin Restoring Moisturiser SPF 50
Routine Step 1 Routine Step 2 Routine Step 3 Routine Step 4 Routine Step 5
Step 5 Moisturiser AM: The final step of your daytime routine is a moisturiser with SPF 30 or higher to shield your skin from sun damage
-20%
Day Moisturisers Resist Anti-Ageing Skin Restoring Moisturiser SPF 50
Normal skin, Dry skin
£39.00 £31.20
20% off
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Green Tea references

  • International Journal of Cosmetic Science, February 2015, pages 455-464
  • Rheumatology, July 2010 Epublication
  • Food and Chemical Toxicology, April 2008, pages 1,298-1,307
  • Journal of Photochemistry and Photobiology, December 2001, pages 109-141

Peer-reviewed, substantiated scientific research is used to assess ingredients in this dictionary. Regulations regarding constraints, permitted concentration levels and availability vary by country and region.

Ingredient ratings

Best

Proven and supported by independent studies. Outstanding active ingredient for most skin types or concerns.

Good

Necessary to improve a formula's texture, stability, or penetration.

Average

Generally non-irritating but may have aesthetic, stability, or other issues that limit its usefulness.

Bad

There is a likelihood of irritation. Risk increases when combined with other problematic ingredients.

Worst

May cause irritation, inflammation, dryness, etc. May offer benefit in some capability but overall, proven to do more harm than good.

unknown

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Not rated

We have not yet rated this ingredient because we have not had a chance to review the research on it.