Why Matcha-Infused Skincare Is More Than Just a Trend
Matcha isn’t just for your morning latte—it’s a skincare favorite for good reason. When you see “matcha-infused” or “green tea” on a product label, you’re getting a powerhouse ingredient with real, science-backed benefits for your skin.
Let’s look at why green tea is worth the hype—and where to find it in your Barefaced routine.
What Is Matcha-Infused Skincare?
Matcha, a finely ground powder of specially grown and processed green tea leaves, has transcended its historical and traditional role in the teacup to become a celebrated ingredient in skincare.
If you’ve noticed, the trending term “matcha-infused skincare,” has recently blown up. It simply refers to products that include a form of green tea in their ingredient list, but calling it “matcha-infused skincare” gives it a fresh marketing buzz word.
Typically, it appears in the form of green tea extract, which is rich in polyphenols (especially EGCG), known for their antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties. Green tea is one of those ingredients that quietly does the most, defending and calming—similar to the gut benefits when you sip it!
The Skin Benefits of Green Tea
Rich in antioxidants, anti-inflammatory agents, and other skin-loving compounds, matcha/green tea offer a multitude of wins for the skin:
1. Antioxidant Protection
Green tea helps neutralize free radicals, which are unstable molecules that can damage skin cells and accelerate aging. Think of it like a daily defense shield against pollution, UV rays, and other environmental stressors.
2. Soothing & Anti-Inflammatory
Got redness, irritation, or breakout-prone skin? Green tea has calming properties that help soothe inflammation and reduce redness.
3. Oil Control
Green tea may help regulate sebum production, making it a great ingredient for those with oily or combination skin.
4. Supports Clear Skin
Thanks to its antibacterial and anti-inflammatory properties, green tea can be helpful in managing breakouts and calming acne-prone skin.
5. Brightening & Even Tone
Its antioxidants can help support brighter, more even-toned skin over time by protecting against sun damage and oxidative stress.
Barefaced Products Featuring Green Tea
At Barefaced, we have been incorporating green tea extract into our formulations to harness its skin-enhancing benefits since the beginning! You can find this tried and true ingredient in…
- Overachiever: This multitasking serum combines green tea extract with other potent ingredients like bakuchiol and resveratrol. It’s designed to strengthen the skin barrier, soothe irritation, and improve overall skin texture. Users have praised its ability to calm redness and provide hydration without irritation.
- Hydrating Lotion: Powered by green tea polyphenols—the most potent, purified form of green tea available in skincare. This concentrated antioxidant helps calm visible redness, protect against environmental stressors, and visibly reduce signs of aging. Unlike standard green tea extracts, this form delivers higher efficacy.
- Toning Pads and TPII: These exfoliating pads offer a gentle yet effective solution. Infused with camellia sinensis (green tea) leaf extract is and aloe vera, they help to exfoliate while soothing the skin, making them suitable for daily use (for most skin types) while keeping the active acids from causing too much irritation.
