Caffeine may seem like an unusual ingredient for a skin care product, but caffeine can be found in a number of commercial body wraps and scrubs. Caffeine improves circulation and increases blood flow, and it can also have a plumping effect, which will reduce puffiness and leave the skin smooth, according to CareFair.com. A homemade toner made of tea is an effective way to incorporate caffeine into your skin care routine.
Step 1
Place 1 cup of mineral water in a small saucepan and bring the water to a simmer. Don't allow the water to boil. Alternatively, place the water in a glass cup and heat it in the microwave.
Step 2
Place 4 tsp of loose green tea in the hot mineral water. Alternatively, use two teabags in place of loose tea but be sure to use caffeinated tea. Allow the tea to cool and steep for 20 minutes.
Step 3
Place a funnel in a clean spray bottle. Put a paper coffee filter in the funnel to strain out tea leaves and then pour the green tea into the bottle.
Step 4
Use the green tea toner after washing your face or any time you want to refresh your skin. Dab the toner onto your skin with a cotton ball or spritz it directly onto your face.
Step 5
Store the toner in the refrigerator between uses. After a week, discard the toner and make a fresh batch of green tea skin toner.
Things You'll Need
- 1 cup mineral water
- Saucepan or glass cup
- 2 tsp green tea or 2 green tea bags (caffeinated)
- Funnel
- Small spray bottle
- Paper coffee filter
- Cotton balls
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