Teas That Promote Healthy, Glowing Skin

A cup of tea can be beneficial to both your mind and body. You can't go wrong with tea, whether it's a relaxing, potentially warding off illness, soothing a sore throat, or giving you energy in the morning. But did you know that drinking tea throughout the day can help you achieve the glowing skin you've always desired? Continue reading to find out how and why incorporating tea into your diet could be just what your skin care routine has been missing all along.

TEA HELPS KEEP YOU HYDRATED

Green tea, white tea, black tea, oolong tea, and tisanes are all known to help keep you hydrated. A cup of tea is 98 percent water and 2 percent tea at its core, making it an excellent way to meet your daily water intake goals, and research has linked dehydration to dull skin. Furthermore, drinking more water has been shown to improve overall wellness, which is important in maintaining your skin's elasticity.

Whether it’s green tea, white tea, black tea, oolong tea, or tisanes, all tea has been known to help keep you hydrated. At its core, a cup of tea is 98% water and 2% tea, making it a great way to hit your daily water intake goals, and research has linked dehydration to dull skin. Additionally, drinking more water has been shown to improve overall wellness which is important in keeping your skin looking its best. Finally, tea is packed with antioxidants, with no sodium, fat, sugar, or calories, making it a healthy (and delicious) alternative to soda, juice, or sports drinks that often have sugar or other additives.

Finally, tea is high in antioxidants and low in sodium, fat, sugar, and calories, making it a healthy (and delicious) alternative to soda, juice, or sports drinks, which are frequently high in sugar or other additives.

TEA CONTAINS ANTIOXIDANTS

Tea has been known to have high antioxidant concentration, and research indicates that antioxidants may be important for skin health by aiding in the fight against free radicals (introduced to your skin from the environment in the form of pollution, UV rays, and more). These stressors can affect your body in the form of wrinkles, skin discoloration and dullness, and premature aging if antioxidants are not present.

Polyphenols, a type of antioxidant found in many teas, has been shown to have    anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial properties. Furthermore, studies have shown that polyphenols may aid in the reduction of excess oil production, which has been linked to clogged pores and acne. Polyphenols have also been shown to improve gut health, and a healthy gut is thought to be important in preventing inflammation, which can lead to acne, redness, and collagen breakdown.

A type of antioxidant found in several teas, has been known to be anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial. Additionally, research has shown that polyphenols may help combat excess oil production which has been linked to clogged pores and acne. Polyphenols have also been shown to improve gut health, and a healthy gut is thought to be crucial in preventing inflammation that can cause acne, redness, and the breakdown of collagen.

Epigallocatechin gallate (EGCG), a type of polyphenol, has been shown to fight free radical damage while potentially adding moisture to the skin and slowing the formation of wrinkles. When ingested or applied topically, EGCG has several advantages.

Tannins, a type of polyphenol found in most teas, also fight free radical damage.

 

TEA CAN BE APPLIED TOPICALLY

Because green tea contains caffeine, when applied topically, it has the potential to shrink blood vessels and reduce puffiness. If you've had a long night or are simply looking for a quick and refreshing boost, we recommend refrigerating used green tea bags and using them as eye masks for this purpose.

Furthermore, green tea may be able to reduce inflammation in skin conditions such as eczema, psoriasis, and dandruff. To make a soothing tea toner, steep a cup of green or black tea, allow it to cool, and then strain it into a spray bottle or glass bottle with a lid. You can supplement it with other ingredients known to promote healthy skin, such as aloe vera or rose water, or simply use it as is. After cleansing, apply it to your skin and observe the difference for yourself.

ADD TEA TO YOUR SKINCARE ROUTINE TODAY

TEA IN YOUR SKINCARE ROUTINE TODAY.

Drinking a cup of tea is a simple, delicious, and inexpensive way to increase your hydration, increase your antioxidant intake, and potentially make your skin a world of good. With all of the different ways that tea can benefit your skin today, whether ingested or applied topically, we encourage you to visit Witty Koi website to find the perfect blend to complement your skincare routine. You might be surprised at how much your skin enjoys it!