22 Tea Hacks That Will Change Your Life

POPSUGAR Photography / Anna Monette Roberts
POPSUGAR Photography | Anna Monette Roberts

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.

01
Skin Scrub
Dear Crissy

Skin Scrub

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

02
Shower Freshener
POPSUGAR Photography | Sarah Lipoff

Shower Freshener

Spruce up your shower smells with this tea freshener.

03
Facial Cleanser
YouTube | Coffee And Cosmetics

Facial Cleanser

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

04
Hair Lightener
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Hair Lightener

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

05
Lace Dye
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Lace Dye

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

06
Illness Treatment
POPSUGAR Photography | Anna Monette Roberts

Illness Treatment

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

08
Shampoo
YouTube | beautyklove

Shampoo

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

09
Sleep Aid
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Sleep Aid

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

10
Sunburn Remedy
YouTube | ModaMob

Sunburn Remedy

Forgot your sunscreen? Green tea to the rescue.

11
Chocolate Recipe
YouTube | Seonkyoung Longest

Chocolate Recipe

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

12
Paper Stainer
YouTube | Iryna Isaac

Paper Stainer

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

13
Facial Steam
Beauty by Britanie

Facial Steam

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

15
Smelly Feet Cure
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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
Hello Glow

SPF Lip Balm

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

17
Hand Cream
YouTube | Liz QueenLila

Hand Cream

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

18
Facial Toner
The Beaute Blend

Facial Toner

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

19
Bath Aroma
YouTube | Emilie Lefler

Bath Aroma

Wind down in the tub with a bath tea.

20
Makeup Setting Spray
YouTube | Himani Wright

Makeup Setting Spray

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

22
Decrease Stress
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Decrease Stress

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