Hello beauties,
Green
tea is made from Camellia Sinensis leaves originated in China. It is very beneficial for the human body.
Benefits
of drinking green tea:
Studies
have shown that green tea formulations reduce sun damage which will
enhance sun protection when used in addition to a sunscreen.
Green
tea is likely to slow down the development of some signs of aging
since it has collagenase and elastase.
Green
tea is also known as an antioxidant which accelerates weight loss by
stimulating the body’s nervous system. This leads to fat being sent
through the blood stream to the body cells to use as fuel.
The
body is benefited with extra energy. It also releases the excess
water and burns fat.
In
these hot days of summer I recommend reaching for an iced green tea
since it is the most refreshing way to cool off in summer. It is
recommended to drink at least 3 cups or more per day to enjoy the
health giving properties of green tea.
Green
tea treatment:
In order to make this treatment you will need:
In order to make this treatment you will need:
- Ice cube tray,
- Green tea,
- Hot water.
- Lemon juice (optional)
Add
1 to 2 green tea bags (it depends on how much you'd like your tea to
be concentrated) to the hot water along with a teaspoon of lemon
juice (optional) and stir, until the water cools down to room
temperature. Pour the mixture in the ice cube tray and let them
freeze for about 24hrs.
First
wash your face with a cleanser using warm water in order to open up
the pores, then grab an icecube, using it as a toner and rubbing it
all over your face until it all melts. Afterwards, wash your face
with cold water to close your pores and add your favourite
moisturizer. The green tea ice cubes will calm the irritation from a
pimple or reduce the appearance of large pores, de-puff any under-eye
bags and face altogether.
Rachel
xoxo
