A member asked:

I read that matcha green tea is anti-inflammatory . i was wondering if it can help me with rosacea with acne? even though it contains caffeine? and caffeine is bad for rosacea?

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Dr. Yvette Kratzberg answered

Specializes in Pediatrics

Topical use only: Several studies have found that a cream made with extract of matcha green tea can reduce redness in papulopustuler rosacea. Drinking matcha green tea, surprisingly has been linked with a worsening of symptoms due to the caffeine content, and the heat of the liquid.

Answered 6/1/2021

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