We love green tea! It’s the perfect match with sushi, ice-cream, waffles and more. Beneath its delicious combinations, it’s also a superfood containing chock-full of health benefits. Like all good things, moderation is key so keep your cup of green tea quota to 2-3 cups a day to reap the benefits.

green-tea
Image: beautyglimpse.com

Green tea is…

  • Packed with antioxidants that protect your cells from free radical damage, internally and externally.
  • Good for lowering your cholesterol so your heart stays healthy and pumping.
  • Your weapon to slow down signs of aging and acne prevention.
  • Also filled with many more health benefits that you can check out with a little Google search.

We are taking our love for green tea one step further with these 5 DIY beauty recipes you can make with green tea.

1. Eye Depuffer

DIY beauty green tea lemon eye gel patch
Image: icepandora.blogspot.my

Either chill used tea bags in the fridge before placing them on your eyes or try out this cool eye gel patches made with green tea powder, agar-agar powder, and lemon juice!

2. Green Tea Sugar Scrub

Image: savynaturalista.com
Image: savynaturalista.com

You can use the scrub for your face and body. Just scrub gently so it’s not too rough on your skin. Use it once or twice a week to treat yourself!

3. Green Tea Toner

Store the toner in the fridge so it feels super refreshing when you spritz it on your face and your body since it’s been scorching hot lately. You can use it to soothe your sunburns too.

4. Lemon And Green Tea Face Mask

Image: prettyplainjanes.com
Image: prettyplainjanes.com

This mask rejuvenates your dull skin in just 20 minutes.

5. Green Tea And Apple Cider Vinegar Hair Rinse

If you have an oily scalp, this rinse will help to remove the oil, product buildup while promoting hair growth and making your hair shinier.

Share with us if you have tried out any of these green tea beauty recipes in the comments below or on any of our social media pages.

Related: 3 Best DIY Herbal Shampoos to Revitalize Your Hair

– Cover Image: topinspired.com