Green Tea Toner

Melinda Jacob

Green tea has amazing anti-inflammatory properties that can help reduce skin irritation, redness and swelling. It's helpful to apply to sunburn, minor cuts and dermatological conditions like acne. Green tea contains vitamin E which is known for its benefit of hydrating and nourishing skin. This is also a great summer recipe to cool down!

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Servings 1

Ingredients

1/4 cup green tea Brewed for 10 minutes. Make a whole cup, drink it and just reserve some.
A few drops lemon juice This makes the anti-inflammatory and antioxidant part of green tea (catechins) 32% more bioavailable.

Instructions

After the tea has brewed, add the lemon and then reserve 1/4 cup. Place in a jar in the fridge. when it has cooled, use a cotton pad to apply it to your face. If you have leftover you can keep it in the fridge and continue to use it for up to three days.
1/4 cup green tea, A few drops lemon juice