Matcha beauty products to energize your skin

Matcha—the superfine powder made from ground-up green tea leaves—is so much more than a dreamy, sea foam alternative to a cup of joe. The silty green compound is jam-packed with powerful antioxidants, specifically catechin polyphenols. "They're like fire extinguishers, putting out inflammation caused by environmental free-radical damage," explains New York City-based dermatologist Joshua Zeichner. And as you already likely know, antioxidants brighten dark spots, even skin tone, and ward off harmful UV rays. Here, we've rounded up six matcha-spiked skin-care products to energize (and protect) your skin—no matter the time of day.

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