Matcha: The Newest Skincare Secret

Say goodbye to bad skin!

by LEAH HAMDOUN ★ NOVEMBER 15, 2020

We’ve all heard about collagen, hyaluronic acid, and retinol as key ingredients in our skincare products, but has anyone ever heard about matcha? In recent years, this “superfood” has made its mark in the beverage industry, and its green hue can be seen in every trendy coffee shop. As popular as matcha is for drinking, it's finally time for it to make its mark on our skincare routine. Why, do you ask? Matcha is an all green alternative to chemicals and acts as an antioxidant. Include it in your skincare for a natural alternative for flawless, younger-looking, glowing skin. Continue reading to check out some UGirl-approved matcha products!

Milk Makeup Matcha Cleanser

This cleanser detoxifies your pores, exfoliates and purifies your skin, and removes all excess oils. It helps with calming irritated skin, and the algae in it keeps your skin balanced.

 
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“I Dew Care” Matcha Mood Soothing Green Tea Wash-Off Mask

This mask is formulated with matcha green tea extract as an antioxidant! It soothes your skin, improves its dullness, and improves the tone and texture to give a healthy glow. It also has anti-aging properties!

 
Credit: ulta.com

Credit: ulta.com

 

“Peach & Lily” Matcha pudding Antioxidant Cream

This light cream is an antioxidant, and it creates a barrier to fight off any damaging effects on all layers of the skin. It provides deep hydration while simultaneously brightening and firming your skin!

 
Credit: ulta.com

Credit: ulta.com

 

Teami Green Tea Detox Mask

This mask gets rid of impurities all while replenishing your skin with this superfood ingredient. It also fights off free radicals and reverses damage while healing your skin naturally.

 
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Fourth Ray Beauty Matcha Face Milk

This lightweight moisturizer will give your skin a boost! Its formulation with matcha milk, rice milk, and white tea gives your skin an energized and glowy appearance because of their antioxidant properties.

 
Credit: ulta.com

Credit: ulta.com

 

Who knew matcha is more than just a drink? With these matcha inspired skin care products, you’ll find your skin glowing like never before. Don't wait, go try it out now!

Sources:

https://www.onegreenplanet.org/natural-health/hidden-benefits-matcha-amazing-for-skin

https://www.allure.com/gallery/matcha-beauty-products

https://www.popsugar.com/beauty/Best-Matcha-Beauty-Products-46529711

https://www.makeup.com/skin-care/skin-care-products/best-matcha-skin-care-products

https://fourthraybeauty.com/products/matcha

Cover photo credit: Pinterest (smoda.elpais.com)

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