Green tea to beat acne

An extract from green tea could be an effective treatment for acne, according to a research study presented at the 6th Asian Acne Board Meeting in India.

'No single treatment works for everyone with pimples, so dermatologists are always looking for safe and effective options,' says Australian dermatologist Dr Jo-Ann See, who was at the presentation.

'The prospect of a naturally occurring, non-toxic, affordable product such as green tea with multiple actions to attack acne is exciting. Only a few drugs target multiple acne processes,' says Dr See, who is co-chair of the All About Acne information group.

'Patients reported being significantly more satisfied with their appearance after a trial, with no side effects noted, so the research is indeed promising,' says Dr See.