Skin Protection
Green Tea
Green tea is tea made solely with the leaves of Camellia sinensis belonging to family
Theaceae .Whether applied topically or consumed as a beverage or dietary supplement, green tea
is a premiere skin protectant. It protects against direct damage to the cell and moderates
inflammation, according to research from the Department of Dermatology, Columbia University,
New York. Studies suggest that the catechins in green tea are some 20 times stronger in their
antioxidant powers than even vitamin E. Men, women and children need to position this super
shield on their side against the ravaging effects of the sun.
Calendula
Calendula, pot marigold, is a genus of about 12–20 species of annual or perennial
herbacessential oilsus plants in the daisy family Asteraceae as shown in figure 4. Calendula in
suspension or in tincture is used topically to treat acne, reducing inflammation, controlling
bleeding and soothing irritated tissue.[11] There is "limited evidence" that calendula cream or
ointment is effective in treating radiation dermatitis.[12,13] In a randomized study of 254
radiation patients, topical application of 4% calendula ointment resulted in far fewer occurrences
of Grade 2 or higher dermatitis than occurred in the group using trolamine. Calendula users also
experienced less radiation-induced pain and fewer breaks in treatment