Japanese tea is most commonly known to be one of the favorite drinks in Japan. And over the years, more food is coming out that has tea on it and a few examples are ice cream, milk teas, candies, cakes and even main dishes. Most of us love tea not only for its taste but also for its health benefits. But ever wonder how you can use tea other than as a food?
4 Things You can Do To your Japanese Tea
In this article, we will introduce you to 4 things you can do for japanese tea that you can try at home. And why not? Japanese tea is super healthy! Here it is.
Facial Wash
Thanks to its antioxidant, anti-inflammatory and anti-aging properties, you can use tea as a facial wash. All you need to do after a nice cup of tea is to take the tea leaves out and rub them directly on your face. Japanese tea is rich in polyphenols and catechins; these are antioxidants that fight off acne and ageing while it leaves your skin glowing, and healthy. Isn’t tea wonderful?
For Babies
Traditionally, tea is also used for babies by soaking a clean cloth to a room temperate tea and gently wiping it into the baby’s skin. And the reason for this is because it contains antifungal properties which prevents microbes plus it leaves babies skin smoother. One of the types of japanese tea used best for this is the sencha tea because it is best for sensitive skin. Knowing this simple remedy can help protect your baby.
For The Mouth
Not only for babies, japanese tea can be used as a gargle for your mouth when you are having minor toothaches to relieve the pain. It also prevents overgrowth of microbes in the mouth and it leaves fresh breath. You can do this daily after a meal as it may help prevent infections and sickness.
Under Eye Bags
Some of us have dark under eye circles most especially when we are working late. Others just have obvious lines and eye bags. But this home remedy truly works. You just need a japanese tea bag or a cotton soaked with japanese tea and refrigerate it until it freezes. Once it is iced, just place it under your eyes,lie down and relax for 15-30 minutes. Japanese tea, just like black coffee, contains caffeine which helps in reducing puffiness under the eyes. Try it yourself and see how it works!
Conclusion
There’s no doubt that japanese tea is amazing and it’s no wonder it is loved in Japan. Would you like to try these simple tips? Share with us in the comments below how you will use your japanese tea.
References:
https://pathofcha.com/blogs/all-about-tea/the-many-uses-of-japanese-green-tea
https://www.healthline.com/health/tea-bags-for-eyes#inflammation