Green Tea Extract

About the Ingredient: Green Tea Extract

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What Is Green Tea Extract Used For? Due to its catechin content, green tea extract is a powerful antioxidant which makes it ideal for anti-aging formulations. Catechin can penetrate into a cell, thereby protecting it from free radicals and other damage.

Additionally, green tea extract inhibits collagenase, an enzyme that breaks down collagen, so skin remains firm and elastic.

Green tea extract can even extend a product's SPF.

It acts as an antibacterial agent that eliminates acne-causing bacteria, reduces inflammation in the pores, and decreases excess sebum production.

It also reduces skin swelling which helps to calm skin conditions such as rosacea and psoriasis. Due to the caffeine content, green tea extract also reduces puffiness around the eyes and eliminates water retention.

In clinical studies, it has shown to prevent or at least postpone the onset of such illnesses as cancer and heart disease. Green tea extract also increases the metabolism which helps to burn fat.

Green tea extract can be consumed in liquid, capsule, or powder form.

What Is the Definition of Green Tea Extract? Green tea comes from the Camellia Sinensis plant which is a small evergreen tree with white flowers. The extract is derived from both the plant and its dried leaves.

What Are the Benefits of Green Tea Extract?

• Antioxidant
• Antibacterial
• Anti-inflammatory
• Stimulant

What Is Green Tea Extract Used In? Moisturizers, Creams, Lotions, Serums, Facial Cleansers, Sunscreens

What Is the Origin of Green Tea Extract? There are several legends surrounding the origin of tea. What we know for certain is that tea in its most natural form - hot water steeped over leaves - was discovered over 5,000 years ago. For centuries, all tea was green tea.

Around the year 600, Chinese author Lu Yu wrote the book Cha Jing, or Tea Classic. It serves as an important historical document that details exactly how a cup of green tea should be made and served.

Around the ninth century, green tea began its journey through Asia, starting in Japan. In the 1600s, different forms of tea such as black and oolong were introduced.

Different variations of tea leaves that are still enjoyed today can be attributed to the Japanese. They presented tea with much formality and integrated it into their culture through tea ceremonies. In China and Japan, tea and its presentation are an art form.

Cautions: While green tea extract is usually good for all skin types, it may aggravate or irritate skin in extreme cases. Talk to your doctor before ingesting green tea extract.

Products That Include Green Tea Extract: Alana Mitchell Daily OC Cream Cleanser