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2. Soothing skin irritations
The anti-inflammatory properties of tea can soothe skin irritations such as sunburn, razor fire and insect bites. Just place a cooled tea bag on the affected area to get relief.
3. 3. Exfoliate your skin
You can remove dead skin cells and rejuvenate your skin using the contents of a used tea sachet as a sweet exfoliant.
Domestic uses
1. Natural deodorant
Place the dried and used tea bags in your refrigerator, shoes or garbage cans to neutralise bad odours. Tea bags absorb unwanted odours and leave a freshness odour in your spaces.
2. Cleaning of windows and mirrors
Tea has natural cleansing properties. Used tea bags can help to clean and shine glass surfaces without leaving a trace.
3. 3. Enrichment of compost
Tea bags are biodegradable and rich in tannins, which can improve the nutrient content of your compost, thereby promoting healthy plant growth.
Plant maintenance
1. Fertilizer
The nutrients in tea bags make them perfect for enriching the soil. Place the used tea bags near the roots of your plants to give them a natural nutrient intake.
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