What causes pigmentation?
Pigmentation appears in women for a variety of reasons, and no woman is immune from the appearance of these terrible spots on the face and body.
Before using any whitening product, you must clearly understand what type of pigmentation you are dealing with.
Pigmentation appears for a variety of reasons.
And depending on the reason why pigment spots appeared, it is necessary to select methods to combat this deficiency.
Hyperpigmentation on the face appears for the following reasons:
improper use of facial cosmetics;
hereditary causes;
hormonal imbalances during pregnancy or menopause;
excessive exposure to active sun;
gastrointestinal diseases.
As soon as pigmentation occurs, you must immediately devote all your efforts to removing it. The longer they are on your face, the more effort, time and money you will spend on removing them. Whitening cosmetics are designed specifically for such fresh spots.
As soon as pigmentation occurs, you must immediately devote all your efforts to removing it. The longer they are on your face, the more effort, time and money you will spend on removing them.
Rating of the best face creams with green tea
Budget category (up to 1,000 rubles)
Ottie Green Tea Cream
The review begins with a Korean-made product. The product immediately attracts attention with its non-standard packaging - it is in a bottle with a dispenser, similar to those used for sprays. Thanks to this form of release, not only the shelf life of the product increases, but also the chances of introducing any bacteria into the jar with dirty hands are reduced. This bottle also has certain disadvantages - due to the short tube, approximately 20% of the cream remains in the jar and cannot be removed in the usual way. The bottle is white, with soft green tea leaves.
The consumer information is written in English, with a sticker on top with a translation of the basic information into Russian. The consistency of the product is creamy, with a light structure. Absorbs quickly and does not leave greasy marks on the skin. The smell is practically not felt.
According to customer reviews, after application there are no unpleasant sensations left on the face, such as burning, irritation, stickiness, etc. The average price is 470 rubles.
Ottie Green Tea Cream
Advantages:
- the product is inexpensive;
- does not cause allergic reactions;
- Suitable for all skin types;
- can be used daily.
Flaws:
- difficult to find for sale in online stores.
Rorec Green Tea Water Cream
A Chinese-made product is most often purchased through a joint shopping service, since in this case the price per jar will be approximately two times cheaper than in a cosmetics store (120 versus 269 rubles). The product is packaged in an attractive black box with a green jar inside. The packaging contains information about the composition and method of use of the product. The main active ingredients are rice essence, tea leaf extract and yeast.
In order to prevent dust and dirt from getting inside the container, it has an additional protective cap. The cream-gel has a light consistency and is practically odorless. Immediately after application, there is a sticky feeling that disappears after a few minutes. According to customer reviews, the cream does not cause allergic reactions, does not clog pores, and is well tolerated. Its only drawback is that due to its gel texture, it is not recommended to use the cream at low temperatures, since particles of water in the cold can damage the skin; some customers experienced peeling in the area of application. This is a feature of Asian cosmetics - most products have a light texture; oily formulations are difficult to find in their line.
Rorec Green Tea Water Cream
Advantages:
- light texture;
- budget cost;
- pronounced moisturizing effect;
- when purchasing in joint purchases, you can save significantly;
- does not clog pores.
Flaws:
- not suitable for use in winter.
Nevskaya cosmetics Green tea
The review continues with Russian-made products, which are the most budget-friendly in our rating. The cost of the product is only 60 rubles, and it is almost impossible to find a cream cheaper. The product is available for sale both in online stores and in beauty salons, and is distributed everywhere. The product is sold in a cardboard box with consumer information and a picture of green tea leaves. Inside it is a plastic tube with a volume of 40 ml.
The manufacturer claims that the products are suitable for all skin types and have moisturizing, toning and protective properties. The structure is light, after application it is quickly absorbed and does not leave marks on the epidermis. Cosmetologists recommend applying the cream in a smaller volume in the summer, and in a larger volume in the winter, in order to ensure protective properties. The product can be used as a base for makeup; according to customer reviews, the powder and foundation do not clump and are distributed evenly. The main active ingredients are green tea extract, vitamin E and D-panthenol. Their combination ensures the elimination of dryness even in overdried epidermis, and also protects it from the negative effects of the environment (low temperatures, cold wind, ultraviolet radiation, etc.).
Nevskaya cosmetics Green tea
Advantages:
- universal use (suitable for all skin types, including oily);
- budget price, which is the main selection criterion for many customers;
- sold in all specialized stores;
- universal application time (day and night).
Flaws:
- low popularity of the product due to the low rating of Russian goods.
Mild By Nature Camellia Care Green Tea Facial Cream With Egcg
The product is classified as organic and can be ordered online on specialized websites. The product is manufactured in the United States of America and is suitable for all skin types. The main active ingredients are green tea extract, hyaluronic acid, resveratrol. The pH level is balanced to ensure a neutral effect on the dermis. The product does not contain artificial ingredients or GMOs.
Customers note the large volume of the bottle - 50 ml, thanks to which the packaging will last for a long time. The dispenser is also convenient - it is made of soft plastic, is easy to press, and dispenses uniform portions of the contents of the container. The texture of the cream is gel-like, white, uniform and light. It is distributed in an even layer over the epidermis and is quickly absorbed. There is no sticky or greasy feeling left. Compared to other similar products, this product is completely odorless, which is due to the natural composition and the absence of artificial fragrances.
The moisturizing and nourishing effect is neutralized by the presence of hyaluronic acid, so if you have dry skin, it is recommended to buy an oily cosmetic product in addition. The cream can be used as a base for makeup - it is applied evenly, without stains, and lasts all day. Users note a minimal lifting effect; the main effect of the drug is aimed at relieving irritation and calming the epidermis. The average price of a product is 700 rubles.
Mild By Nature Camellia Care Green Tea Facial Cream With Egcg
Advantages:
- natural composition;
- light texture;
- Suitable for all skin types.
Flaws:
- Many customers may have problems with where to buy cosmetics - they are sold only in specialized stores.
GARNIER Green tea
The review of budget creams ends with a product from one of the best manufacturers in cosmetology - the GARNIER company. The product is sold in standard cardboard packaging, inside of which there is a white jar with a picture of green plants. As stated in the description, the product consists of 96% natural ingredients and is intended to mattify and moisturize oily and combination dermis.
The main active ingredients are glycerin, salicylic acid and vitamin E. Both day and night application is possible.
Customers note the pronounced smell of tea (which not everyone likes), as well as quick absorption. At the same time, a film remains on the surface of the skin, which is felt for some time after application. It is not recommended to use the composition as a base for makeup, as it begins to pellet. Among the reviews, there are complaints that when used on problem skin, pores may become clogged, which intensifies inflammatory processes. The average price of a product is 200 rubles.
GARNIER Green tea
Advantages:
- budget price;
- almost natural composition;
- a well-known brand, sold in most cosmetic stores.
Flaws:
- Not suitable for everyone, needs to be selected individually.
Average price category (from 1,000 to 3,000 rubles)
Farmstay Green Tea Seed Whitening Water Cream
The Korean product contains not leaves, but tea seeds. Designed for all types of epidermis, and is suitable for day and night use. The main active components are hyaluronic acid, glycerin, niacinamide. The cream is water-based, therefore not greasy, spreads easily and is quickly absorbed without leaving a sticky film.
There is a pronounced brightening effect, which is popular in Asian countries. According to customers, it appears after a month or more of continuous use. The color is light beige, there is a subtle herbal aroma. According to reviews from cosmetologists, and despite the manufacturer's claims that the product is suitable for any type of dermis, it is better not to use it on oily skin, since there is a slight nutritional effect that may aggravate the situation.
The product is sold in a cardboard package, inside of which there is a green jar. The contents of the jar are light yellow, with small inclusions. One package is enough for 3 months (volume 100 ml). The average price of a product is 1,080 rubles.
Farmstay Green Tea Seed Whitening Water Cream
Advantages:
- large volume, enough for 3 months;
- popular product, easy to find on sale;
- 76% natural composition.
Flaws:
- not found.
SKINDOM Massage Cream Green Tea
As is clear from the name of the product, it has a massage effect and is able to smooth out wrinkles. It is recommended to apply cosmetics using massaging movements and knead the skin until completely absorbed. Active ingredients: sodium hyaluronate, vitamin B3, panthenol, glycerin.
The product is suitable for all skin types, has a nourishing, moisturizing and anti-inflammatory effect. Since the cream belongs to the category of professional cosmetics, not everyone can afford to pay the one-time amount that it costs. Depending on the store, its price ranges from 1,920 to 6,300 rubles. In order to save money, you can purchase cosmetics in joint purchases. Buyers note the homogeneous structure, light consistency and lack of stickiness some time after application.
SKINDOM Massage Cream Green Tea
Advantages:
- can be used for massage procedures;
- a large number of natural ingredients;
- does not leave any unpleasant sensations after application.
Flaws:
- high price;
- difficulty finding in free sale.
Alba Botanica Hawaiian oil free moisturizer aloe & green tea
The rating continues with another natural product from Alba Botanica. A feature of the products in question is hypoallergenicity, due to which there are no restrictions on use for people prone to hypersensitivity reactions to chemicals.
Most of the components in the product are natural; the main active ingredients are vitamins E and B5, glycerin, panthenol, and plant extracts. The cream has moisturizing and nourishing properties; it is recommended to apply it once a day (morning or evening) to cleansed dermis.
For some customers, it will be important that only plant ingredients (vegetarian origin) were used in the manufacture of the product, and no testing was carried out on animals. These trends come from the mentality of the country where cosmetics are produced - the USA. The volume of the jar is 85 grams. It immediately attracts the attention of customers with its bright colors and stands out among the same type of jars on store shelves. On the packaging you can find a description of the benefits and harms of a particular ingredient for the body. The texture is light, not dense, evenly distributed and absorbed within a few minutes.
The aroma is citrus, barely noticeable. One of the disadvantages is the unsuccessful packaging - according to buyers, the contents of the jar should be sealed at the factory in order to exclude the possibility of replacing its contents and other manipulations with the cream not provided for by the manufacturer. The average price of a product can fluctuate within 2,000 rubles.
Alba Botanica Hawaiian oil free moisturizer aloe & green tea
Advantages:
- natural composition, the components of the product have not been tested on animals;
- the new product attracts attention with its bright packaging;
- pleasant aroma.
Flaws:
- the product is difficult to find on sale - it can be found on specialized sites for lovers of herbal cosmetics or in pharmacy chains.
Lebelage Moisture Cream COLLAGEN+GREEN TEA
The rating of mid-price cosmetics is completed by another Korean product, which, in its external appearance, does not directly hint at the content of herbal components in the composition, as is the case with competitors. The pale purple jar is packed in a cardboard box of identical colors. The characteristics of the product are similar to those stated for other similar products - nutrition and hydration, relief of inflammation, protection from external influences. The collagen present in the composition restores the firmness and elasticity of the skin, which is important for women over 30 years old.
Customers note the unobtrusive aroma and light consistency. Among the reviews, you can find recommendations to apply cosmetics in small portions, since they are absorbed slowly and greasy stains may remain in some areas. Moreover, even after a long time, complete absorption does not occur, which is why you have to remove the excess with a napkin. The product is suitable for all skin types. The average price of a product is 1,200 rubles.
Lebelage Moisture Cream COLLAGEN+GREEN TEA
Advantages:
- low cost for a product of this level;
- delicate texture;
- Available at most beauty supply stores;
- many positive customer reviews.
Flaws:
- not suitable for oily dermis as it is poorly absorbed.
Premium (over 3,000 rubles)
This category includes, for the most part, professional products, which are not recommended to be selected from a photo in an online store.
Lemongrass House Green Tea Face Cream
The product is manufactured in Thailand. Brand products are sold through company stores, which are located in most large cities in Russia. The jar is made of a material that resembles glass, but is actually a highly durable transparent plastic. This packaging allows you to visually assess the contents of the jar and know in advance that the product is coming to an end.
The consistency is gel-like, light, with a faint citrus aroma. The product contains only natural ingredients, and there are no stabilizers, preservatives, or other artificial elements. Customers note a pronounced effect of nutrition, toning, and moisturizing. It is recommended to apply the product twice a day to cleansed skin. It is quickly absorbed and does not leave a sticky feeling. The consumption of the cream is economical; a 100 ml jar will last for several months. Can be used as a base for makeup. It does not clog pores, making it suitable for use on problematic dermis. The average price of goods is 3,200 rubles.
Lemongrass House Green Tea Face Cream
Advantages:
- completely natural composition;
- does not cause allergic reactions;
- A transparent jar makes it possible to notice when the cosmetics are running low.
Flaws:
- sold only in company stores;
- There are few customer reviews in the public domain, so before choosing a product, you have to search for information about it on the Internet for a long time.
Fern Flower Centella and daytime green tea
Seeing how much the product costs, many customers believe that it is made at least in Europe, but in fact this cream is made in Russia. This price is determined by the functionality and composition of the cosmetics - it is natural and does not cause allergic reactions. There are special services online for checking the quality parameters of the composition, and in this cosmetic product they are at a level close to the best.
The cream is sold in a bottle with a pump dispenser, which prevents pathogens from getting inside and helps preserve cosmetics for a long time. It is recommended to press the button smoothly and with little force, as you may squeeze out more cream than required. The consistency of the product is gel-like, not thick, and is quickly absorbed (no more than 1 minute). A cream with a tone-evening function allows you to achieve a uniform complexion a month after starting use. The average price of goods is 3,600 rubles.
Fern Flower Centella and daytime green tea
Advantages:
- diverse effect;
- balanced composition;
- does not leave a greasy sheen.
Flaws:
- There are reviews that after application a shine remains on the skin (this only happens with oily and problematic dermis).
STYX Derm Green Tea Nusskern Peeling
The Austrian brand's cosmetics are considered professional and have proven themselves due to their high efficiency, as well as the presence of a peeling effect. The product contains only natural and environmentally friendly plant ingredients that are grown in the country of manufacture. You can buy it on specialized websites on the Internet or in a pharmacy chain. The latter effect is achieved thanks to the presence of grape seeds in the product, which gently exfoliate particles of dry, dead dermis.
Basically, this cosmetics is used in beauty salons, since its use requires additional manipulations - such as vaporization, steaming, manual massage, etc. All these actions must be carried out in strict sequence, minute by minute, in order to achieve the required result. The manufacturer recommends using the product for dry and combination skin. Cosmetics are also suitable for sensitive epidermis. The average price of goods is 4,600 rubles.
STYX Derm Green Tea Nusskern Peeling
Advantages:
- brand products have passed quality control and meet all international standards;
- there is a peeling effect;
- quick visible results.
Flaws:
- Can only be used in beauty salons.
100% Pure Green Tea EGCG Concentrate Cream
The products of the American company 100% Pure have proven themselves well in the cosmetics market due to their organic composition (the manufacturer places special emphasis on this), as well as the visible result some time after application. The brand's products are intended for use both in beauty salons and at home.
In addition to the fact that the cream has a moisturizing, nourishing, softening effect, it also has a protective and antioxidant effect. The manufacturer claims that the components of the product increase the local immunity of the epidermis, making it more resistant to aggressive environmental influences and reducing allergic reactions. Due to the fact that cosmetics saturate the dermal cells with nutrients, aging is slowed down and a pronounced tonic effect is manifested.
A protective lash appears at the application site, which prevents moisture loss and also protects against low temperatures, ultraviolet rays, and other adverse factors. The product can be applied at any time of the day; it is suitable for use as a base for makeup. Customers note a decrease in wrinkles and their smoothing a month after starting to use the product. The average price of goods is 3,200 rubles.
100% Pure Green Tea EGCG Concentrate Cream
Advantages:
- visible result;
- complex effect on the epidermis;
- organic composition.
Flaws:
- small volume.
Chinese cream Green tea for age spots
Chinese cream Green tea for age spots from the cosmetic brand Yinni. This set consists of two jars with 18 g of cream each. In a jar with white cream - for daytime, in a jar with yellow cream - for nighttime. They include the following components:
arbutin;
seaweed extract;
aloe extract;
green tea extract;
tea polyphenol.
White cream (day) from the Green Tea series protects the skin from sun activity, prevents new spots from appearing, and helps get rid of age spots.
Yellow cream (night) from the Green Tea series provides reliable whitening of age spots, as it contains more active components for removing age spots, such as arbutin.
Arbutin is an extract from the leaves of lingonberry, bearberry, and blueberry. Arbutin is a plant-based alternative to the famous whitening agent hydroquinone, but has a more gentle effect on the skin.
Green tea extract included in the cream evens out skin tone, aloe extract has softening, protective and moisturizing properties.
Chinese Green Tea Cream will effectively whiten:
unadvanced pigment spots (not older than 5 years),
marks from squeezing out pimples and blackheads,
freckles,
sun spots,
imperfect complexion.
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Composition of the product
Cosmetic product “Green tea” for lightening age spots is available for night and day. This is how you can provide your skin with quality care throughout the day. The anti-pigment cream recipe contains the following components:
- Ascorbic acid - prevents the formation of new cells with pigmentation and helps even out the tone of the epidermis.
- Paradioxybenzene - used in cosmetics due to its highly effective whitening properties.
- Vitamin E - protects the skin from the negative effects of ultraviolet radiation and takes an active part in lightening areas with pigmentation.
- Green tea extract - improves the tone of the epidermis and brightens it, and also provides a feeling of comfort.
- Lactate - performs peeling functions and helps restore skin health.
- Parsley extract - exhibits medicinal properties and takes part in whitening dark spots.
- Lemon extract - whitens areas with age spots and eliminates the manifestations of telangiectasia.
- Phenylglycolic acid - gently cleanses and exfoliates the stratum corneum of the epidermis.
- Rucinol - has whitening properties, lightening dark spots and freckles.
- Arbutin - increases the protective functions of the skin, evens out the tone of the face, eliminating age spots.
- Bearberry and cucumber extracts lighten darkened areas by reducing the production of melanin in cells.
Rules for using Chinese Green Tea Cream
To obtain a lasting effect from using this series of whitening products, you need to know the basic rules of use:
- the products are used in combination - in the morning white (day) cream, in the evening - yellow (night) cream,
- applied to a cleansed face, which must be moistened with water before application,
- To improve the effect, do a massage.
It is necessary to use Chinese Green Tea cream regularly. If all conditions are met, pigmentation will become lighter in just a couple of weeks. At the end of the course, undeveloped pigment spots will completely disappear from the skin.
Customer Reviews
Ekaterina from Moscow used Green Tea cosmetics for pigmentation and shared her opinion: “It really whitens, removes rashes, and after using it, the pores narrowed, the functioning of the sebaceous glands normalized, the skin became matte without an oily sheen. I was pleased with the inexpensive price of the cream, but finding it on sale is not so easy.” Svetlana from St. Petersburg: “After using the Green Tea product, the spots lightened significantly, and the skin immediately took on a healthy look, but as soon as I went to the sea, the pigmentation returned again.”
Contraindications for use
The use of Chinese whitening cream Green tea is contraindicated:
during pregnancy,
when breastfeeding,
in the presence of open skin lesions,
in the presence of neoplasms.
Chinese Whitening Cream Green Tea is used from October to the end of February. During this period, the sun is least active and will not add additional pigment spots to the face.
Do not use Chinese Green Tea Whitening Cream all the time.
Chinese Whitening Cream Green Tea is designed to whiten age spots on your own at home.
If your pigmentation does not whiten or new areas of pigmentation appear, we recommend that you contact a professional cosmetologist who will offer you other, effective whitening products or methods - Read in this section>
Peculiarities
Cosmetics based on natural ingredients are gentle and suitable for most people. But in some they can cause allergic reactions, so before applying to the face, it is recommended to first treat another area of the body with the cream and look at the result.
The Night Spot Whitening Cream gives a slight tingling or burning sensation - this is a normal reaction, which is mainly characteristic of those with sensitive skin. Redness, peeling and a feeling of tightness that occurs in the first days disappear after using the day cream. It is better to use the cream in the autumn-winter period, so as not to expose the skin to ultraviolet radiation (or additionally apply sunscreen).
Why Chinese creams are famous for their whitening properties
The snow-white, porcelain complexion of Chinese women is considered the standard of beauty of this country, and absolutely all ladies in the country strive to match it, using all kinds of recipes and preparations. Skin tone is not just beauty, it is a sign of social class. It is used to demonstrate lifestyle and status.
Cosmetics manufacturers know about the preferences of customers and produce care products that can whiten even the most pronounced freckles and age spots. They contain powerful but safe components.
Contraindications for use
It is prohibited to use Chinese remedies if:
- there is an allergy to the components of the drug;
- the skin is highly sensitive;
- there are inflamed areas and open wounds;
- oncological neoplasms.
Doctors do not recommend lightening your skin during pregnancy and breastfeeding.
China is a country where whiteness and well-groomed skin of the face and body are valued. It is here that the most powerful preparations for whitening and removing dark pigmented areas are produced. Chinese face cream can restore an even tone in a short period of time; not a single spot can remain on your skin. But when deciding to buy the drug, be vigilant and carefully choose the seller and the product. Carefully check the cream for safety and allergenicity.
How to find an effective remedy for pigmentation
When choosing a Chinese whitening cream or ointment, always read consumer reviews. The most famous place of sale is the Aliexpress website, where you can see customer reviews from different countries and seller ratings. If you have any doubts, immediately refuse the purchase.
Open the jar and sniff, the smell should be pleasant and natural.
Cosmetics should not contain coloring components, fragrances or foreign chemicals. Please read the instructions and packaging carefully.
Do a test: the ideal drug does not cause itching or rash.
Review of Chinese whitening creams
A dermatologist or cosmetologist will help you choose the right whitening cream or ointment. Chinese drugs are effective and inexpensive, they are often used as substitutes for well-known medicinal brands.
Popular whitening products from China:
- Qian Li. The manufacturer promises to lighten pigmentation in just 7 days. Effective in the fight against freckles, wrinkles, acne scars, age spots. It has a direct effect on melanin and prevents its production.
- YINNI Green tea. The package contains two products at once: for day and night use. Causes peeling of the upper layer of the epidermis, stops the production of coloring matter, eliminates numerous cosmetic defects, and stimulates metabolic processes in cells.
- Cainiya. The active cream preparation allows you to quickly and safely lighten even the brightest spots on the face.
- Dimore. One of the most famous and affordable products on the Chinese market. Provides pigment removal due to its dissolution with plant extracts. The active ingredients are pearl powder, ginseng extract and nucleic acid.
Not a single pharmacy in Russia sells these creams; they can only be purchased through online stores.
