Collection: Green Tea Polyphenols

Green tea polyphenols are among the most powerful antioxidants in nature — rich in EGCG, they calm inflammation, defend against environmental damage, and soothe sensitive, reactive skin. Developed by board-certified dermatologist Dr. Zenovia Gabriel, green tea is a cornerstone antioxidant in her formulas and a key part of the REG-ulate360 Complex™.

What do green tea polyphenols do for your skin?

• Calm redness and inflammation, soothing sensitive and reactive skin.
• Defend against free-radical damage from UV exposure and pollution.
• Help balance oil, benefiting breakout-prone and combination skin.
• Protect and nourish, supporting a healthier, calmer complexion over time.

How to use green tea antioxidants

Green tea polyphenols are gentle and beneficial morning and night. By day they add antioxidant defense (especially under SPF); by night they soothe and support recovery. Because they're calming rather than active, they suit even the most sensitive skin and layer well with every other ingredient. Green tea is found throughout Dr. Zenovia's lineup.

Dr. Zenovia's green tea lineup

• Retinol Recovery Eye Cream — features a concentrated 90% green tea polyphenol blend to soothe the delicate eye area alongside gentle retinol.
• Inflam-aging Night Repair Treatment — uses a triple antioxidant blend with green tea to calm inflammation overnight.
• Advanced Repair Daily Defense SPF 45 — pairs green tea antioxidants with mineral sun protection for layered daytime defense.

Frequently asked questions about green tea polyphenols

What do green tea polyphenols do for the skin?
Green tea polyphenols are potent antioxidants that calm redness and inflammation, defend against free-radical damage, help balance oil, and protect the skin — making them excellent for sensitive and reactive skin.

Are green tea antioxidants good for sensitive or rosacea-prone skin?
Yes — green tea is naturally soothing and anti-inflammatory, which makes it a wonderful ingredient for calming sensitive, reactive, and redness-prone skin.

Do green tea polyphenols help with aging?
Yes. By neutralizing free radicals from UV and pollution, green tea helps defend against the environmental damage that accelerates visible aging, supporting healthier, more resilient skin.

Can I use green tea antioxidants every day?
Yes — they're gentle enough for daily morning and night use and layer well with every other ingredient. They pair especially well with SPF for daytime defense.

Are green tea polyphenols good for oily or acne-prone skin?
Yes. Green tea helps balance oil and calm inflammation, which benefits oily, combination, and breakout-prone skin.

Every Dr. Zenovia formula is developed for sensitive skin and built on the clinical philosophy Dr. Zenovia brings to her dermatology practice: proven actives, a protected barrier, and visible results.