Table of contents:
- 1. Make skin look younger
- 2. Remove eye bags
- 3. Prevent premature aging
- 4. Overcoming acne
- 5. As a toner
- 6. Stimulate hair growth
- 7. Helps the skin exfoliation process
Usually the tea dregs are thrown away immediately after being used in one infusion. But did you know that besides being drunk, it turns out that tea dregs can also be used for facial care? There are many hidden properties of tea dregs that are not widely known to the public. Check out the benefits of the following tea dregs:
1. Make skin look younger
A study conducted in 2003 by the Medical College of Georgia showed that green tea helps rejuvenate the skin by lightening the skin tone, removing black spots due to pollution that stick to the face, and removing dead skin cells.
How:
- Prepare two used green tea bags
- Take the tea dregs that are in the tea bag
- Add 1 to 2 teaspoons of honey
- Lemon juice mixture
- Apply evenly on the face and wait for 5 to 10 minutes
- Rinse it off with lukewarm water
- Use this mask once or twice a week
2. Remove eye bags
The antioxidants and tannins in tea can help treat eye bags. In addition, tea dregs can shrink the fine blood vessels under the eyes that cause eye swelling due to eye sockets. The content of vitamin K in green tea also helps disguise dark circles under the eyes.
How:
- Place 2 green tea bags in the refrigerator for 30 minutes
- Once cool, place the cold tea bag on your closed eyelids
- Let stand for 15 minutes
- Do this twice a day until you are satisfied with the results
3. Prevent premature aging
Green tea contains anti-aging properties and antioxidants that can help prevent signs of skin aging such as sagging skin, sun damage, dark spots, age spots, fine lines, and wrinkles. In addition, the polyphenol content in green tea helps neutralize free radicals that cause significant damage to the skin and accelerate the aging process.
How:
- Mix 3 tablespoons of plain yogurt, 1 tablespoon of green tea grounds, and a pinch of turmeric powder in a container
- Apply evenly on face and neck
- Leave it on for 20 minutes and rinse it off with lukewarm water
- Use this mask once or twice a week
4. Overcoming acne
The catechins in green tea act as antibacterial agents that help fight acne-causing bacteria. Catechins even help regulate hormonal imbalances in the body, which is one of the main causes of acne breakouts. In addition, the anti-inflammatory properties of green tea help reduce the redness and inflammation caused by acne.
A 2012 study published in the Journal of Investigative Dermatology concluded that epigallocatechin-3-gallate (EGCG) - a component in green tea, helps treat acne by inhibiting the development of acne-causing bacteria.
How:
- Take the tea dregs and mix it with a little water until it looks like a mask
- Apply evenly on the face with acne
- Leave it on for 10 to 15 minutes, then rinse it off with cold water
5. As a toner
Tea dregs can help clear clogged dirt, shrink pores, and even help keep your skin hydrated.
How:
- Brew green tea using warm water, then let it cool down
- Add a few drops of the essential oil of your choice
- Place the tea liquid in a clean spray bottle
- Spray the solution on your face or dab it with a cotton ball twice a day
- You can use this toner in a cold state after leaving it in the refrigerator
6. Stimulate hair growth
Green tea grounds can even promote new hair growth due to hair loss and prevent common hair problems like dry scalp and dandruff.
How:
- After washing your hair, rinse it with water that contains cool green tea dregs
- Massage gently until absorbed
- Let it for 10 minutes, then rinse it with cold water
- Do this 2 or 3 times a week for a few months
7. Helps the skin exfoliation process
The rough texture of dry tea leaves can also help exfoliate your skin to get rid of dead skin cells, and other impurities.
How:
- Mix 1 teaspoon dry green tea dregs, 1 cup sugar, ½ cup olive oil and 2 tablespoons raw honey
- Apply to face or body while rubbing in a circular motion
- Rinse it off with lukewarm water
- Use this facial scrub once or twice a week
