You may have heard that drinking green tea is good for your skin… and the proof is in the matcha chia pudding. When you drink ceremonial grade matcha like…
You may have heard that drinking green tea is good for your skin… and the proof is in the matcha chia pudding.
When you drink ceremonial grade matcha like Matcha Ninja, you’re getting at least 3x the antioxidants than the highest quality green tea, meaning extra benefits in every cup.
In today’s blog, we’re sharing 5 amazing ways matcha benefits your skin!
5 INCREDIBLE SKIN BENEFITS YOU GET FROM DRINKING MATCHA NINJA
1. Quenches inflammation
Matcha is an extremely rich source of antioxidants, making it great for fighting inflammation. If you have red, irritated skin, such as from acne, eczema, or rashes, matcha can help soothe it.
2. Fights stress & prevents premature aging
EGCG, found in high concentrations in green tea, is a very powerful antioxidant. It helps neutralize them, reducing oxidative stress that can accelerate cell aging. When applied topically, the caffeine in green tea can energize your skin and encourage its firmness over time.
3. Helps promote a clear and even complexion
Matcha contains methylxanthines, which have been shown to stimulate microcirculation in the skin, helping to not only promote healthy, radiant skin, but also contributing to an even, healthy complexion!
4. Protects against pollution, sun damage, and environmental stress.
Several studies have confirmed that the polyphenols in green tea help shield your skin from the damaging effects of UV rays. They also act as protectors against stress caused by environmental pollution. Planning a beach day? Don't forget to bring your matcha along!
5. Can help fight hormonal acne
Hormonal acne is often influenced by stress, and excess androgen hormones that cause the oil glands to produce more oil. Matcha helps address this on both levels, by combating stress (both oxidative stress caused by free radicals, and emotional stress by calming the nervous system). EGCG also features anti-androgenic properties, so if you have elevated androgen hormone levels, matcha can help to bring them down. This is best paired with a healthy lifestyle—click here for tips on how to get started!
Drinking matcha helps you get benefits like these from the inside out, so for best results, we recommend consuming it regularly.
If you’re drinking matcha daily, it’s critical to make sure you’re consuming quality matcha that is radiation-free, pesticide-free, and heavy metal-free. At Matcha Ninja, we have every batch of our tea third-party lab-tested to ensure quality and purity in every cup.
Challenge: Swap your daily coffee for matcha for 30 days and see what happens!
To get benefits from both the inside and out, you can use your matcha ninja to create a super nourishing face mask.
Achieve ninja-like glowing, radiant skin with this matcha detox face mask.
This recipe brings together the healing power of honey, probiotics, and acne-fighting tea tree oil to help treat and prevent breakouts.
Directions:
Mix 1/2 tsp matcha, 1 tsp unpasteurized honey (honey can be omitted and replaced with a few drops of rosehip oil if you desire a vegan version of the recipe) , 1 tsp coconut kefir, and 2 drops tea tree oil until a paste forms. How to use: Massage the mixture onto clean skin and leave it on for 10-15 minutes. Gently rinse with warm water, and finish with an ice-cold splash! Moisturize afterward with a toner and serum of your choice .
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