So I think it’s pretty safe to say we’d all like to have beautifully clear, smooth skin, am I right? That’s why this week we are talking about teas for clear skin!
Relaxing with a nice cup of tea and helping your skin at the same time seems like a win win situation to me.
We are always investing in creams and products to put on our skin to keep it soft, smooth and blemish free. As much as possible anyhow.
But what a lot of people don’t consider is what they are putting IN their bodies that can either help our skin, or aggravate it. Teas included!
Tea Time: Week 3!
So last week, when we tackled happy teas, I noted that herbal tinctures, teas, and remedies have been used for millennia to help aid what ails us. If you missed week 2 of our Tea Series you can find it HERE.
There are countless herbs available to us and countless benefits to go with them. If you aren’t yet taking advantage of these gifts from nature, this post will help you do just that!
Teas are safe, fun, and tasty (usually lol) ways to help combat unpleasant symptoms we may be experiencing. They are also the gentlest, and arguably easiest, way to reap the benefits of herbs and plants.
So much is involved in our skin health. Our digestion, and in turn our diet, play a huge role in what goes on with our skin. So it makes sense that teas can help combat skin issues from acne to fine lines and wrinkles.
I also just want to emphasize I say ‘help’ here, not magically cure. Teas will certainly benefit you, but drinking a cup of Chamomile is not going to clear up your acne overnight.
Okay! So that being said, let’s find out how they work and which ones are particularly beneficial.
Tuesday Tea Series: Teas for Clear Skin
Yes, we are already into week 3 of our Tuesday Tea Series here on the blog. And Teas for Clear Skin is the topic!
Next week we dive into teas for a sound sleep, so make a mental note to check back in 🙂
Alright, here we go seven of the best teas to help us on the road to clear and healthy skin.
DANDELION
Dandelion Root is extremely beneficial to aid in liver detox. What does that have to do with my skin?
I am so happy you asked!
Our liver is the main detox organ in the body helping to filter out unwanted toxins, including excess hormones. When excess toxins and hormones aren’t properly eliminated they circulate in the body causing all sorts of issues, including issues with our skin.
Ultimately, a healthier liver will equal healthier skin. So you can feel good about adding Dandelion into your regular tea rotation.
CHAMOMILE
Chamomile is full of top notch anti-oxidants and anti-inflammatory properties. This tea fights free radicals, can help to tighten your pores, speed up cell regeneration, and protect the skin against sun damage.
Not to mention, Chamomile induces a restful sleep. I think we all know that a good night’s rest is paramount to achieving a beautifully clear complexion.
GREEN
Green Tea is another one full of antioxidants, which you may remember from last weeks post. Anti-oxidants help to ease inflammation and fight free radicals in the body.
Free radicals cause pre-mature aging of the skin, among other not good things, so we definitely want to eliminate as many as possible.
And the anti-inflammatory properties it contains will allow the skin to heal itself more quickly.
ROOIBOS
Rooibos is a power house for the skin.
It also has anti-oxidant and anti-inflammatory properties, making it what? That’s right, anti-aging. It can help to reduce fine lines and wrinkles, as well as encourage the growth of healthy skin cells.
Not to mention Rooibos has a high vitamin and mineral content. Making it a sure fire way to help us achieve glowing skin.
WHITE
So White Tea, perhaps surprisingly, is the least processed of all the teas. This alone makes it a winner.
It’s also a great source of anti-oxidants (are we noticing a theme here, lol). Again, antioxidants fight free radicals which will help to prevent pre-mature aging of the skin.
What White Tea does as well though is aid in our digestive process. As mentioned above, healthy digestion equals less toxins in the body, which equals healthier skin.
PEPPERMINT
Peppermint is another tea that aids our digestive process.
The menthol in the tea stimulates bile production in the stomach, as well as has a relaxing effect on the digestive muscles. Both of these encourage smooth digestion, and elimination of toxins.
Another key thing Peppermint Tea does is slows down oil production in the skin. So, especially helpful if you have extra oily skin to begin with.
NETTLE
Nettle is an herb with a plethora of benefits to our health.
One of which, is that it helps to flush toxins out of the body. And, as we said, less toxins in the body equals healthier, clearer skin.
It also contains anti-inflammatory properties helping to ease redness in skin conditions such as acne, eczema, and psoriasis.
The ‘T’ on Tea
The following information I will be including every week of the Tea Series as it bears repeating. Also, some individuals may only read the one post that interests them most and I want this information to be available.
So, feel free to skip the next couple of bits if you tuned in last week!
Herbs are generally a safe and amazing natural resource. Especially in tea form. Teas are less concentrated than supplements, tinctures, or oils.
However, interactions and unpleasant side effects are still possible.
It is always recommended to discuss with your health care practitioner before adding any type of herbal remedy into your self care routine.
This is especially true if you are on medications, pregnant, or have a diagnosed illness.
Remember we are all individuals and what works for one person may not necessarily work for you. So you may need to try out a few before you find the one that is just right. Like Goldilocks.
Also, each tea here could most certainly have an entire post of it’s own and I would still not cover everything about it. I am simply highlighting a few of the key components in each that help with our topic of discussion for the week.
Sourcing Your Tea
While it’s easy enough to just go to the grocery store and grab the cheapest tea you can find, it’s worthwhile to invest a little.
By invest I don’t just mean in dollars, but also information. Know where your tea is coming from and try to buy fair-trade, ethically sourced brands.
Tea companies don’t always use best practices and it shouldn’t be assumed that they do. So do your research. And bonus, Fairtrade teas offer higher quality ingredients and are usually organic.
Some brands that I love include:
- Traditional Medicinals
- Pukka
- Yogi
- Stash
- Four O’clock
These are just a few but there are many more! I am in Canada so depending on your country the brands in your area may differ from these ones. Have fun and shop around. Boxes are also labeled Fairtrade so they are easy to spot.
Okay, without further ado, I declare it tea time!
Penny for your thoughts…
Do you currently use any herbs or special teas in your skincare routine? Do you have any favourites?
As always, I love to hear your thoughts, so please leave a comment or connect with me on socials 🙂
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Until next time friends!
Yours in health and magick,
Krystle xo
Disclaimer: This post is not meant to be medical advice, I am not a doctor. Teas are NOT meant to replace medications or cure disease. As I mentioned above, always consult your doctor prior to starting any new herbal routines.
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