Herbal teas can be used to combat acne. They may not always produce dramatic results but they are well tolerated, prevent further acne and produce far fewer side effects that regular acne medications. Many people suffer from acne outbreaks in summer time because of toxins accumulating in the pores from excessive sweat and dirt. Exposure to chemicals in sunscreen or chlorine can also irritate the skin causing acne. to clear acne, you may want to take herbal supplements and herbal teas are the best options!
Here are the top herbal teas that can you clear acne:
SPERMINT- PARSLEY TEA
The antioxidant effect of spearmint-parsley tea can help prevent oxidative damage to the skin. In this way, it can protect the skin and prevent the formation of acne lesions. The ability of spearmint and parsley to reduce fat oxidation is especially useful in acne treatment. This means that it can then reduce the amount of harmful free radicals formed as byproducts of this oxidation reaction.
Here’s how to make this tea:
Boil the water. This can be done in a kettle, over a fire, in a pot on the stove, in the microwave, or any other way you typically boil water. Wash and tear the mint leaves and parsley leaves and steep it in water for 15 minutes. Strain and add few drops lemon to it. Drink this 2 times a day.
CHAMOMILE TEA
In acne treatment, chamomile tea can provide antioxidant, anti-inflammatory and antibacterial benefits. Chamomile can also prevent stress-induced acne through its anxiolytic and antioxidant effects. While drinking chamomile tea can reduce the severity of acne breakouts, applying the tea topically can also help relieve acne symptoms. Chamomile tea can be used as a toner and cleanser to wash the area of the skin affected by acne. It provides a deep cleansing action while relaxing the skin and washing off irritants.
Here’s how to make this tea:
Add the chamomile teabag or loose-leaf tea to your favourite cup or mug. Let your chamomile tea steep for 5 to 10 minutes (herbal teas tend to improve with longer steeping times to bring out their best flavour and fullest benefits). Remove the tea bag and add honey, lemon or mint whatever you prefer.
ROOIBOS SPICED TEA
The properties of rooibos tea that are most useful in acne treatment are its antioxidant, antibacterial and immune-modulating properties. When the skin is damaged by toxins and free radicals, the chance of bacterial colonization is greatly improved. The immune system also tries to heal the injury and instead causes skin inflammation. Therefore, the protective actions of rooibos tea can contribute greatly to the resolution of acne symptoms.
Here’s how to make this tea:
In a small saucepan, add 4 cups water, 3 cinnamon sticks, 3 peppercorns, and 2 whole cloves. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat and let it simmer for 5 minutes. Add the spice mixture, including the spices, to the teapot. Add the rooibos teabags, allspice, nutmeg, and ginger (all 1 pinch). Stir gently. Cover the teapot and let the tea steep for 3 minutes. Strain and serve immediately.