Black tea in cosmetics: useful properties and use for the skin

Important!Chemical changes are constantly occurring in the tea leaves (some substances turn into other substances).

Freshly picked tea leaves have their own chemical composition. A, obtained from it in the process of processing, tea has already another set of useful components. The chemical composition of dry tea is much more complex and diverse. But not all the chemical compounds in the fresh leaves are preserved in the dried tea leaves.

Black tea contains about 300 ingredients. They are divided into the following main groups:

1. alkaloids;

2. amino acids;

3. pigments;

4. essential oils;

5. tannins.

Separately in the composition of black tea are B vitamins, vitamin A, C, P, as well as trace elements: Ca, F, Mg, K, Na. Free amino acids and protein compounds account for about 16 to 25% of the total chemical composition of the tea. In terms of the quality of the protein component, tea is even equated with leguminous crops.

What are the benefits of black tea

The benefits of black tea are very versatile:

1. Brain Activation. Black tea contains the amino acid L-theanine, which stimulates brain function and improves memory. And when L-theanine is combined with caffeine, after drinking a tea drink, the brain creates a feeling of complete mental clarity.

2. Strengthening the body’s defenses.Tannin, which acts as an antioxidant, reduces free radical damage and boosts immunity. When drinking not very strong tea with a cold, a decrease in body temperature is possible.

3. Body Detox. Phenols present in the tea leaf absorb and remove toxins from the body. When such a drink is used, the blood vessels are cleared of toxins, which prevents the formation of blood clots.

4. Strengthen the cardiovascular system. Normalizes heart function, strengthens vascular walls, and improves blood circulation.

5. Improvement of gastrointestinal function.Black tea helps restore intestinal microflora, normalizes the production of gastric juice, improves metabolism.

Black tea is often called the drink of longevity. For such an effect vitamins C, E, D, nicotinic acid and iodine are responsible, which are present in its composition.

Benefits for Face and Body

In cosmetology, black tea extract is most often used to eliminate eyelid puffiness. It is good for getting rid of problems associated with impaired local blood circulation. It is used as a lotions for the periorbital area, when it is necessary to quickly eliminate swelling.

Other health benefits of tea:

1. Resists bacteria.Most often black tea can be found in the composition of cosmetics that fight acne and acne. This is due to the fact that such plant raw materials have a pronounced antiseptic and anti-inflammatory effect.

2. It tightens the pores.Black tea visibly improves the appearance of enlarged pores and black dots. It is excellent for shrinking pores and helps even out skin texture.

3. Makes your skin look dull.If you wash your face with black tea infusion or wipe your face with it instead of a tonic, you can get rid of oily shine. This product has an astringent effect and well blocks the excessive sebum secretion.

4. Prevents the appearance of wrinkles. If you wipe your face systematically with black tea, you can prevent wrinkles due to the polyphenols and tannins.

Strong tea brew is used to fight hyperhidrosis (excessive sweating) of the hands and feet. It is used as a bath.

Black tea in folk beauty recipes

Black tea is widely used in folk beauty recipes in the form of facial masks, facial ice, lotions and compresses.

Mask for skin with early signs of aging

Take: 2 tbsp. Spoonfuls of strong black tea, 1 tsp. tablespoon of honey and 1 tsp. A spoonful of flour made from oat flakes. Combine all the ingredients well. Spread the ready mixture evenly over the face. After waiting 10 minutes, remove the remedy with a sponge and wash with cool water. The treatment can be repeated 2-3 times a week.

A mask for oily skin

Take: 1 tsp. A spoonful of dried black tea and 1 tsp. Spoonful of dried elderflower. Pour 200 ml of steeped boiling water over the dry ingredients. Cover the container with a lid and allow the remedy to infuse for a quarter of an hour. Then strain the infusion through several layers of branding. To the infusion add 1 tbsp. A spoonful of dry yeast and 2 tsp. tablespoonfuls of rolled oatmeal. Should create a thick mass. Spread it on your face for 10-15 minutes. Afterwards, remove the product and wash your face with cool water.

Mask for the narrowing of pores

Take: 3 tbsp. One teaspoon of strong, cooled brew and the white of an egg. Whisk the mixture with a mixer. Add to it 1 tsp. A tablespoon of lemon juice, 1 tbsp. One tablespoonful of white clay, 2 tsp. One tbsp. of crushed almonds and 1 tbsp. A spoonful of oatmeal flakes. The finished remedy should have the consistency of sour cream. If it gets thicker, you can add milk or water. Spread the prepared mixture over your face and leave it on for 10 minutes. After removing the rest of the product, wash your face with cool water.

Important! If your skin is prone to dryness, it is better to replace egg yolk with egg yolk and white clay with red clay.

Facial Ice

Take: 200ml water, 2 Tbsp. Spoonfuls of black tea and 1 tbsp. Spoon in a teaspoon of dried marigold and mint. Submerge all the dry ingredients in water and place the container on the stove. Allow the decoction to simmer for 5-7 minutes. Then turn off the stove and leave it to infuse until it cools. Strain the infusion, then pour into ice molds and place in the freezer. Use pre-made black tea ice as a face wash instead of a toner.

eye lotions

Take: 1 tsp. Drop a teaspoon of dried black tea and 50 ml of steeped boiling water. Allow the brew to infuse for 20 minutes. Soak cotton pads in the tea beverage and place them on the closed eyelids. Let it steep for 1-2 minutes. Get new cotton pads and repeat the manipulation. And this can be done 3-4 times. After the treatment, rinse the eyelids with cool water. Apply a cream suitable for the periorbital area.

Black tea in cosmetics

Black Tea is quite common in manufactured cosmetics. It is present in:

1. cleansers (cleansing foams, shower gels);

2. Nourishing creams;

3. products to even out skin tone and relief;

4. special series to combat acne;

5. creams and gels to combat cellulite;

6. Orbital Area Remedy.

The concentration of the active ingredient in these products usually does not exceed 0.1-6%.

Fresh Black Tea Age-Delay Firming Serum

Fresh, a famous brand of natural cosmetics, has developed an anti-aging facial serum that effectively fights fine lines and wrinkles, as well as firming and brightening the skin. This product contains: tea extract, kombucha (specially fermented black tea), lychee seeds and blackberry leaves. Suitable for all skin types which lack firmness.

Black Tea Age-Delay Firming Serum comes in a practical bottle with a handy dispenser, which allows not to use the product excessively. Female users have commented that this cosmetic product provides deep moisturizing to the skin. It also tightens the facial oval, making the skin more elastic.

Vichy Idea Facial Peel

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The French brand Garnier produces a tissue face mask containing charcoal, black tea extract, hyaluronic acid and lipohydroxy acid. This product helps to cleanse the skin while also being great for moisturizing. No parabens in the mask. Perfect for sensitive skin.

The mask is a black dense fabric of 100% cellulose, which is convenient to unroll and apply to the face. It holds well and does not restrict the wearer’s movements during use. The skin after the application of such a mask is even, smooth and perfectly moisturized. It also gives a good superficial cleansing.