Tag Archives: green tea

Getting rid of scars: what works

From aloe vera to green tea, laser to skin needling, Dr A Bolin takes a look at what really works when it comes to minimising and treating scars. Some see beauty in asymmetry and unique traits such as scars.  Others obsess over symmetry as mainstream fashion norms and social media flood us with daily visuals where Photoshop filters out perceived imperfections. Scars are often overlooked and not considered an urgent medical issue.  However, they can be itchy, red, dry, painful and lead to a myriad of emotional disturbances such as insomnia, depression, low self-esteem, anxiety. This can lead to distress,…

What can Green Tea do for your skin

It’s not just a drink anymore, green tea is increasingly found in skincare products. Dr Zara Kassam PhD finds out why. Green tea has long been used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat a variety of ailments from digestive problems to depression, but it’s also been revered for its beauty enhancing properties for generations. It’s an antioxidant which has the added benefits of being antibacterial and anti-inflammatory and as a result various claims have been made about it ranging from its anti-aging and wound healing abilities to its anti-acne properties. What is it about green tea that makes it so…