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Why Matcha Is the Hot New Skin Care Ingredient You Need

Green tea leaves are stealing the show in skin care for their ability to fight inflammation and stop the clock

by Kristen Dold  |  COMMENT

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Matcha has gotten major love from wellness (and caffeine) aficionados over the past few years, but the latest buzz is coming from the beauty world: the superstar ingredient (a fine powder made from ground-up green tea leaves) is popping up in masks, moisturizers, serums and scrubs and has some big-time bragging rights. "Matcha is rich in antioxidants known as catechins, which neutralize free radical damage and reduce inflammation of the skin," says dermatologist Joshua Zeichner, MD, Director of Cosmetic and Clinical Research in the Department of Dermatology at Mount Sinai Hospital in New York City. (Those pesky free radicals, which come from the sun and pollution, can accelerate aging and cause wrinkles and uneven skin, but antioxidants -- like matcha -- can act as a barrier to protect you.) Another perk of matcha: it contains caffeine, which helps reduce redness and puffiness in skin, says Zeichner. Ready to take advantage of this powerful green powder? We've rounded up ten matcha-infused skincare products to protect and perfect your skin with.

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