Epigallocatechin Gallate (EGCG)

Epigallocatechin gallate (EGCG) is one of the polyphenols in green tea responsible for some of its remarkable medicinal properties, along with (+) catechin (C), (+) gallocatechin (GC), (-) epicatechin (EC) and (-) epigallocatechin (EGC). EGCG is a very effective antioxidant that helps reduce oxidative stress as well as helping to reduce oiliness and keep pores clean.