Green tea is one of the ingredient highlights in Berrg's face serum. When choosing a formula, read that detail alongside the complete ingredient list, product texture and directions. A familiar botanical name is a useful starting point, but it does not tell you everything about the finished product.
What can an ingredient name tell you?
A label helps you identify what is in a formula. It can also help you check for an ingredient you already know does not suit your skin. The name “green tea” alone does not establish an exact concentration, a treatment result or the number of days it will take to notice a change.
| What to check | What it helps you understand |
|---|---|
| Complete ingredient list | The ingredients in the finished formula, beyond the few highlighted in marketing. |
| Directions and warnings | How much to use, where to apply it and any precautions on the packaging. |
| Finished-product evidence | Whether a particular performance claim has been assessed for that product, rather than inferred from an ingredient name. |
| Texture and pack size | Whether the product fits the routine you want to use consistently. |
How does it fit into the Berrg formula?
The Kashmiri Saffron & Ashwagandha Face Serum lists green tea among its ingredient highlights, alongside saffron, ashwagandha and vitamin C. The single bottle contains 30 ml. Refer to the packaging for the full ingredient list, including fragrance and other ingredients.
Use the serum after cleansing, then follow with the Saffron & Ashwagandha Gel Moisturiser. Our guide to serum and moisturiser order explains how the two formats fit together.
How should you introduce a new serum?
Test a new product before regular use and introduce one formula at a time. A botanical ingredient does not guarantee that every person will tolerate the product. Follow the directions on your packaging, stop if irritation occurs, and contact a qualified professional if you have a persistent skin concern.
Ask about an ingredient before you buy
If you have a known sensitivity or a question about the formula, contact Berrg Naturals about the ingredients. A clear answer is more useful than choosing a product on the strength of one highlighted botanical.
Further reading: the American Academy of Dermatology's guide to testing skincare products.
