Sure, you love your cold and hot matcha drinks, but did you know that you can reap its beauty benefits, too? Well, there are plenty of said benefits, and beauty companies are not walking away from this superfood ingredient any time soon. And good for them (and us, tbh)!
Although Chinese in origin, it built its reputation in Japan in the 16th century when it was introduced into the Tea Ceremony, in order to approach tasting from a spiritual angle of harmony, respect, purity and peace of mind. Produced solely from Tencha Tea, its leaves are processed by a meticulous and ancestral technique, before being transformed into a very fine green powder we know today. It is an anti-aging ingredient that can be found in anything from face oils to eye treatments, shampoos and even lip care.
According to board-certified dermatologist Dr. Debra Jaliman, Assistant Professor of Dermatology at Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai, "it can improve inflamed skin, it's good for exfoliation and protects skin from free radical damage." But, that's not all. "Matcha is a wonderful treatment for people with oilier skin complexion due to its purification, detoxing and antibacterial benefits," adds Schneider. "Matcha also helps rejuvenate skin that lacks oxygen, as a result of sleepless nights, smoking and toxicities in the air." Matcha in skincare is a powerful antioxidant that actively reduces redness and is also a good choice for those with sensitive skin. If you haven't yet had a chance to try beauty products with matcha tea, you're in luck, 'cause we've rounded up quite a company here — meet some new brands, some new products, some familiar beloved ones, and give your skin and hair a matcha treat, too.
Want to remove your makeup, sunscreen or just properly and in one step cleanse the day or night away without feeling any tightness? This cleanser uses coconut-based surfactants to deeply cleanse without stripping skin. Instead, nourishing matcha and hemp seed oil restore hydration and antioxidants to the skin.
Ultra-refreshing, anti aging and alcohol-free mist lotion-toner to follow up on your cleansing and give your skin some free radical defense in a flash. It contains matcha tea water, an aqueous extract obtained by steam distillation, and you could also spray it whenever you start to feel like your skin needs a little pick-me-up.
Nope, you will not end up with green color under your eyes (the purplish and brownish shades we're trying to fade away are more than enough, TYVM). Matcha, a natural source of caffeine, plus plant stem cells, aloe vera extract and rosehip oil, rich in antioxidants and peptides, deeply moisturize the delicate eye skin, smooth away fine lines and strengthen skin from within to be more resilient against premature signs of aging.
For those who love these latest generation face oils which do not congest our skin, here comes a real treat: a blend of 21 nutrient-rich botanicals containing potent antioxidants to effectively soothe the skin while balancing moisture levels and improving surface texture. Oh, and it's essential-oil free, so no irritations either, just pure, luxurious feel and bliss.
