Rooibos Tea (Red Tea) Comparable to Green Tea

Scientific studies from South Africa and Japan confirm findings of potent antioxidants in an indigenous herb tea from the Southwestern Cape region of South Africa. Called rooibos (roy-boss), this red tea is the only other tea in the world which undergoes a fermentation process like black tea. Fermentation turns the leaves of rooibos from green to a deep red color and gives it a slightly sweet note with a deep body.

Studies show that rooibos contains comparable amounts of polyphenols to green tea and shows anti-mutagenic, anti-carcinogenic, anti-inflammatory and anti-viral activity. Rooibos, unlike black and green tea is completely caffeine-free.
-- Healthy & Natural, Vol. 7, Issue 5

Rooibos tea is great for skin!

Preliminary findings suggest that when rooibos is applied topically, it can be a beauty-enhancer.  Almost 70% of acne sufferers in one study reported clearer skin when they applied it twice a day for several weeks. 

Experts recommend brewing a cup of the tea, cooling it and applying to the face with a cotton ball once or twice a day.  No rinsing is necessary, and the tea will not stain the skin.
-- Woman's World, March 27, 2001