22 Tea Hacks That Will Change Your Life

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I drink a hot cup of black tea nearly every day at work — it's a delicious and healthy pick-me-up to get me through the hectic hours. But a nice midday boost isn't all tea is good for. In fact, there are a ton of DIY hacks that will improve your quality of life, from beauty tips to general wellness! Ahead are 22 of the best.

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Skin Scrub

The rejuvenating ingredients of this DIY green tea scrub will leave your skin feeling soft and silky smooth.

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Shower Freshener

Spruce up your shower smells with this tea freshener.

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Facial Cleanser

Skip the basic bar soap and go for a green tea and honey cleanser to give your face a boost!

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Hair Lightener

Brunettes can achieve lighter hair with golden tones using chamomile tea overnight.

05

Lace Dye

If you want your lace to look extra vintage, hot tea will do the trick.

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Illness Treatment

Ginger tea serves as a natural cold remedy when you're battling the sniffles.

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Gym Bag Deodorizer

If your gym bag has you plugging your nose, drop a few tea bags in the inside of it.

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Shampoo

Mix green tea and aloe vera gel for a growth-promoting shampoo.

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Sleep Aid

Counting sheep just not doing it for you? Bedtime tea can transport you to dreamland.

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Sunburn Remedy

Forgot your sunscreen? Green tea to the rescue.

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Chocolate Recipe

Yes, green tea chocolate is a thing that exists. Yum!

12

Paper Stainer

Make regular paper look aged using a strong-brew tea.

13

Facial Steam

This lavender, rose, and green tea facial steam will shrink your pores and promote circulation.

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Reduce Swollen Eyes

If you woke up this morning with puffy eyes, use tea bags to reduce swelling.

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Smelly Feet Cure

If you've got a case of pungent foot odor, black tea can get rid of the stench.

16

SPF Lip Balm

Stop buying lip balm from the store! This homemade green tea version is way better.

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Hand Cream

This green tea moisturizer will keep your hands feeling like satin.

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Facial Toner

This green tea and rose water toner will refresh and nourish your face.

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Bath Aroma

Wind down in the tub with a bath tea.

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Makeup Setting Spray

A green tea setting spray will lock in your makeup for the day.

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Air Freshener

This fragrant tea bag air freshener is great for any slightly smelly car.

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Decrease Stress

Last but not least, green tea can center you and relieve forms of stress.

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