What it does
Green tea extract supplies polyphenols, principally EGCG, with antioxidant and anti-inflammatory activity. In skincare it shows up in calming formulas and in morning antioxidant blends alongside vitamin C.
It is gentle enough for reactive skin and there is little downside to its presence. As with all botanicals, the amount and quality of extract varies wildly and is rarely disclosed.
Think of it as a useful passenger in a good formula rather than a reason to buy one.
In a routine
Layers well with
- Vitamin C
- Niacinamide
- Sunscreen
