Let's talk beauty - why is matcha great for skin?

So you start your mornings with a warm cup of matcha latte, which gently wakes you up and prepares you for the day. You can't imagine an afternoon without your favorite pick-me-up energy matcha drink? You have also tried delicious matcha pancakes? 
Now is the perfect time to incorporate this magical green powder into your beauty routine as well!

Matcha is known for its anti-aging, antioxidant, and soothing properties, which is why it is becoming an important ingredient in numerous beauty products.

MATCHA BEAUTY BENEFITS

1. Radiant skin
Matcha is rich in antioxidants - it has more antioxidants than any other food. Compared to spinach, strawberries, goji berries, dark chocolate, and broccoli, which are known for their exceptional number of antioxidants, matcha contains more antioxidants than all of those foods combined! Compared to regular green tea, matcha has 137 times more antioxidants.
The antioxidants found in matcha enhance blood circulation in the skin, which makes it radiant. In addition to antioxidants, matcha also contains methylxanthines, which help strengthen the microcirculation in the skin, making it healthy and glowy. It also stimulates the production of skin elastin.
2. Slows down the aging process
As already mentioned, matcha is one of the richest sources of antioxidants in nature, and the most powerful and useful ones are catechins. Catechin called epigallocatechin gallate (EGCG) makes up 60% of catechins in matcha, and it is most famous for fighting free radicals - the culprits for premature signs of aging. EGCG helps to neutralize them, resulting in reduced oxidative stress, which accelerates cell aging.
3. Fights inflammatory processes
In addition to maintaining an even complexion and skin elasticity, the antioxidants in matcha act to reduce inflammatory processes. If you have irritated and red skin, matcha will soothe it.
4. Helps with acne problems
The anti-inflammatory properties of the matcha reduce inflammation and redness of the skin. Also, the already mentioned EGCG is a known fighter against the development of bacteria that cause acne and other skin imperfections. Additionally, matcha lowers the levels of hormones that act on the development of acne.
5. An effective solution for oily skin
Oily skin is a common problem for many women, especially during hot summer days. The solution to this can be found in matcha, which works by reducing pores and slowing down the secretion of sebum.

MATERIA BEAUTY TIPS & TRICKS
After the theory, where we have explored matcha skin benefits, it’s time to try it out! These are a few simple but effective recipes for DIY matcha face masks for healthy, radiant, and polished skin.

* Exfoliation is a key treatment for healthy and radiant facial skin because it removes old and stimulates the growth of new skin cells. To get a natural matcha face scrub, mix one teaspoon of matcha powder, one-quarter cup of coconut oil, and about three-quarters of a cup of organic white sugar, apply on the face and rinse with warm water in a circular motion.

* After a hard day at work, treat your face to a true spa treatment with a matcha mask. For a quick pore cleansing mask, mix one and a half tablespoons of clay with half a teaspoon of matcha powder and a tablespoon of water. Apply the mixture to a cleansed face and leave for a few minutes before rinsing. You can also try a mask where you combine two teaspoons of matcha powder with a little vegetable milk and half a teaspoon of honey. Prepare a smooth paste and leave it on your face and neck for 15 minutes before rinsing it off.

* If you have dry and irritated skin, mix a teaspoon of matcha powder with a tablespoon of coconut oil. This will result in a nice and refreshing mask that will soothe and revitalize your complexion.Incorporating matcha into your daily beauty routine requires little time and effort, and the benefits are numerous.

One of the healthiest drinks in the world has now become a beauty tool. Will you add it to your skin-care routine? We’d love to hear your experiences at hi@materia.eu