Matcha is green tea leaves that have been grounded into fine powder form. They widely use green tea extract in skincare products, food colouring and culinary purposes in parts of Asia. They use matcha powder for flavouring and food colouring.
Green tea leaves are rich in antioxidants. We often used premium grade matcha for tea because of its freshness and subtle taste. Drinking green tea can have positive effects on cholesterol, blood pressure, and mental health. Matcha tea is rich in antioxidants that provide anti-aging and health benefits.
Culinary grade matcha is cheaper and has a bitter flavour, we use it in cooking and flavouring dishes. It has a vibrant green color and an aromatic flavour. Matcha ice-creams, lattes and green tea milkshakes are some of the popular desserts in Asia.
Matcha Benefits in Skincare
When used as an ingredient in skincare, it can absorb matcha powder can be absorbed through the skin. Some of the matcha benefits in skincare include:
- Anti-inflammatory
- Promotes even complexion
- Protects against sun damage
- Antioxidant
- Protects collagen in the skin
- Controls acne
- Improves skin health
- Enhances the skin barrier
- Prevents premature aging
Make A Green Matcha Mask
Combine one teaspoon matcha powder and one teaspoon honey, mix into a paste. Apply to face and leave for 15 minutes. Rinse off.
