Edible Skincare: Tea-Based Recipes You Can Drink or Apply

We all know that drinking tea is good for you, but did you know that it is helpful for your skin whether you drink it or apply it to your skin? Here are 4 tea blends that you can sip on for hydration or apply directly for glowing skin. Use these tea recipes inside and out and create your own nourishing self-care routine this winter.

Be sure to use freshly brewed tea for best results and make sure you let it cool before applying it to your skin. Store your creations in the refrigerator and use them in a few days so they don’t spoil. If you have sensitive skin, you might want to do a patch test.

Why Should I use Tea for Skincare?

Tea is beneficial for both your body and skin as it is full of antioxidants, vitamins and minerals.

Green Tea – Green tea contains polyphenols which are anti-aging and protect against inflammation caused by sun damage.

Chamomile Tea – Chamomile tea helps you sleep which in turn helps your skin. It can help reduce puffiness when applied to your eye area. It contains antioxidants and is good for red irritated skin. It also helps protect your skin from damage from the sun.

Rooibos Tea – It is anti-inflammatory and contains flavonoids and antioxidants. It is good for eczema and helps to brighten and even the complexion.

Peppermint Tea – Peppermint tea contains antioxidants and inhibits bacteria. It helps get rid of dead skin cells, slows oil production, helps treat eczema and dermatitis. It is an anti-aging ingredient that gives you a glowing complexion.

Here are some ideas to create your own tea-based skincare to hydrate your skin from the inside and on the outside.

Green Tea and Rose Hydrating Facial Mist

Try this tea blend:

Make yourself a cup of green tea and throw in a handful of dried rose petals.

Sweeten it with honey or enjoy as is for a hydrating, good for your skin drink.

And use it in this recipe:

Let the tea cool completely and pour it into a spray bottle. If you would like, you could add a teaspoon or two of aloe, glycerin, or rosehip seed oil.

Use as a facial mist to refresh your skin throughout the day or spritz over makeup for a dewy finish.

Chamomile and Oat Cleansing Milk

Try this tea blend:

Brew a skin soothing cozy warm tea with a chamomile tea bag or loose flowers with a little vanilla and a dash of cinnamon. Add some oat milk to make it calming and creamy this winter.

And use it in this recipe:

Add 2 tablespoons of oat milk to your cooled chamomile tea. Chamomile will help calm irritated skin and oats are moisturizing and reduce inflammation. Use this as a cleanser or toner and apply it with a cotton pad.

Rooibos and Honey Glow Mask

Try this tea blend:

Make a cup of rooibos tea with honey. It is full of antioxidants and great for immunity.

And use it in this recipe:

Add one teaspoon of honey and one teaspoon of plain yogurt to your cooled rooibos tea. The yogurt will gently exfoliate while the honey hydrates, and the tea fights free radicals. Apply it to your clean skin. Leave it on for 10 to 15 minutes then rinse with lukewarm water.

Peppermint and Cucumber De-Puffing Eye Pads

Try this tea blend:

Use peppermint leaves or a peppermint tea bag to make your tea. Add in some refreshing lemon juice.

And use it in this recipe:

Put your leftover tea in the fridge until chilled. Take two cotton pads and use them to cover your eyes for 10 minutes. They will help reduce puffiness and soothe and refresh tired eyes.

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