Conclusion
Tea is one of the most popular beverages in the world and is touted for its antioxidant and anticancer properties. While the ingredients of green tea polyphenols have inspired a spate of recent research, much is yet to be learned about the potential health benefits of white tea, which is even less processed. Some evidence appears to suggest that white tea may be shown to be more effective overall, and in the dermatologic realm, than green tea. I look forward to seeing more research.
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Dr. Baumann is chief executive officer of the Baumann Cosmetic & Research Institute in the Design District in Miami. She founded the Cosmetic Dermatology Center at the University of Miami in 1997. Dr. Baumann wrote the textbook, “Cosmetic Dermatology: Principles and Practice” (New York: McGraw-Hill, 2002), and a book for consumers, “The Skin Type Solution” (New York: Bantam Dell, 2006). She has contributed to the Cosmeceutical Critique column in Dermatology News since January 2001. Her latest book, “Cosmeceuticals and Cosmetic Ingredients,” was published in November 2014. Dr. Baumann has received funding for clinical grants from Allergan, Aveeno, Avon Products, Evolus, Galderma, GlaxoSmithKline, Kythera Biopharmaceuticals, Mary Kay, Medicis Pharmaceuticals, Neutrogena, Philosophy, Topix Pharmaceuticals, and Unilever.