Green tea has so many health and beauty benefits, that it only makes sense that we should apply it to our faces as a mask. But, what are the ways you can make the best use out of them? To help answer this lingering question, here are 8 ways to prepare green tea face packs at home.
- With Honey: Mix 1tbsp of green tea, 1tbsp of baking soda, and 1tbsp of honey into a thick paste. Apply evenly to your face and leave it on for 10-15 mins. Rinse it off with plain water and pat it dry. OR, Mix 1tbsp of green tea with 2tbsp of honey and leave it on the face for 15-20 mins. Rinse with cool water. Apply once a week. This hydrates the skin and reduces inflammation. Suitable for dry face.
- With Banana: Smash 1 ripe banana and add 2tsp of green tea with it and apply evenly on the skin. Rinse with cool water. Use it 1-2 times a week. It helps keep the skin soft and plump.
- With Lemon: Mix 1tbsp of brewed green tea and 1tsp of lemon juice and use it as a toner and let it stay for 10 mins. Then wash it off with cool water. Use it once a day. It helps with hyperpigmentation and brightens the skin. Suitable for oily face.
- With Orange Peel: Mix 1tbsp Green tea, 1tbsp of orange peel powder, and 1/2tsp of honey and scrub your face in Circular motion. Leave it on for 15 mins. Rinse with warm water. Use it 1-2 times a week. This has anti-aging properties. Suitable for normal skin.
- With Mint: Mix 1tbsp green tea, 1tbsp mint leaf paste, a half tbsp of raw honey and leave it on for 15-20 mins. Wash it off and pat dry. Use it 1-2 times a week. This has hydrating properties. Suitable for normal skin.
- With Rice Flour: Mix 2tbsp rice flour, 1tbsp green tea, and 1tbsp lemon juice and leave it on for 15-20 mins. Wash it off and pat dry. Use it 1-2 times a week. Reduces photoaging, inflammation, and hyperpigmentation. Suitable for oily face.
- With Multani Mati: Mix 1tbsp Multani mati and 2-3tbsp of freshly brewed green tea and leave it on for 15-20 mins. Wash it off and pat dry. Use it 1-2 times a week. Remove dead skin cells and excess oil. Suitable for oily face.
- With Yogurt: Mix 1tsp of yogurt, 1tsp lemon juice, and 1tsp of green tea and leave it on for 15-20 mins. Wash it off and pat dry. Use it 1-2 times a week. Reduces Hyperpigmentation.
These are some of the DIY green tea face packs for different skin types. Finds the best pack formula for you that can help improve your skin texture. And you could feel comfortable in your own skin.
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