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Green Tea Extract

Epigallocatechin gallate (EGCG)

Polyphenol antioxidant with UV-protective and anti-inflammatory activity

Fine Line WrinklesAcneHyperpigmentation
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Key Study

Rescue of sirtuin inhibitor-dependent decrease in claudin-4 expression by epigallocatechin gallate

Miwa M et al. · Biochimica et Biophysica Acta: Biomembranes · 2025

EGCG maintained skin barrier protein expression and protected against paracellular permeability disruption in keratinocytes.

PubMed ↗  PMID 40774472
Quick Facts
DurationDaily use; results in 8-12 weeks
Studies8+
FDA StatusOTC cosmetic ingredient
Price$10-$30

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Should You Try This?

15107OUT OF 10

Probably okay to try

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Researched by

Val Yermakova

Informed Girl · informedgirl.com