Tea's secret power: Reduce puffy eyes with simple compresses
The New Year's Eve party is fast approaching. You can quickly improve the condition of your skin, particularly if the only issue is puffy eyelids. Instead of expensive cosmetics, it's worthwhile to try home remedies. Tea, rich in antioxidants, can effectively reduce swelling and redness. Discover how to utilise its properties.
Sleepless nights, stress, and fatigue often manifest on our faces, causing swelling, redness, and the so-called bags under the eyes. Fortunately, there is a simple home remedy to address this problem. Tea comes to the rescue. While herbal tea can be invaluable for dealing with stomach issues or colds, few people realise that tea can also nourish our bodies from the outside.
Tea as a natural cosmetic
Tea leaves (especially green and black) contain tannins, which have astringent and anti-inflammatory properties that effectively reduce swelling, soothe tired eyes, and alleviate redness. Additionally, theine, the plant equivalent of caffeine, stimulates microcirculation in the skin, causing swelling to dissipate, and making the skin firmer and more radiant.
Tea compresses are a straightforward home ritual that can yield great results. Regular use of herbal compresses around the eyes reduces swelling and unsightly dark circles, giving your gaze a fresh and youthful appearance. Preparing a tea eye compress is a simple task that requires no special procedures. How do you do it?
First, brew two tea bags. Once the tea has cooled slightly, transfer everything to the fridge for about 15 minutes to cool further. After this time, place the cold tea bags on closed eyes and hold them for 15 minutes. You can lie down, listen to your favourite music, and relax during the treatment.
How often to apply compresses?
To observe a lasting improvement in skin condition, use tea compresses regularly, at least 2-3 times a week. They can be applied around the eyes daily for several days for more persistent swelling. The day before a significant event, you can repeat the process in the morning and evening. Remember that the delicate skin around the eyes requires special care, so use compresses cautiously and adjust the frequency according to your own needs.
Follow two important rules: First, always use freshly brewed tea to prevent bacterial growth and the transfer of microorganisms around the eyes. Secondly, avoid fruit teas and those with artificial flavours and additives, which can cause allergic reactions or skin irritations. The best choice will be black or green tea.
