6 Teas That Will Nourish Your Skin From The Inside Out

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Let’s be honest, here — the winter elements do us very few favors. The frigid temperatures, lack of humidity and bipolar weather mood swings leave us more prone to catching a cold or the flu, make our noses drip like leaky faucets, cramp our muscles before we even realize they’re tight and leave our skin feeling dry, dull and entirely lifeless.

But luckily, proper hydration can go a long way in reviving tired, cold skin. And if you think your water bottle isn’t bringing you all the benefits you want to see, it might be time to reach for that teacup. There are so many different kinds of tea out there that, thanks to their different nutritional profiles, can help soothe you on the inside, as well as boost the radiance of your skin on the outside. So consider brewing one of these bad boys tonight in lieu of that glass of wine and see what happens.

1. Green Tea

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Countless studies have confirmed green tea’s major anti-inflammatory benefits, and those percolate into the layers of your skin as well. A cup’s hefty dose of antioxidants can help your skin fight free radicals and protect it from environmental damage (like the beating sun and harsh winter cold). Plus, it gives you a nice little energy boost to boot.

2. Rooibos Teas

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Full of cozy, spicy notes, the flavors of these herbal teas pair perfectly with the colder months of the year. And a 2016 study suggests that rooibos is one of the best teas when it comes to anti-aging benefits. Its combination of antioxidants helps prevent (and even reverse) fat loss beneath the top layer of skin, leaving your skin looking fuller and more vibrant.

3. Ginger Tea

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Ginger root is another soothing, anti-inflammatory marvel, and its benefits don’t stop at healing stomachaches. By drinking ginger tea, you boost your blood circulation, carrying more oxygen and calming nutrients to your skin. A little citrus and honey make the root delicious to down in tea form, too.

4. Chamomile Tea

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Chamomile does more than just help you drift off to sleep at night. Those same compounds that relieve your body of anxiety just before bedtime also heal your skin from the impact of stress toxins. Your skin regenerates best when your body is in a relaxed state, making this antioxidant powerhouse even more magical. Flavonoids and coumarin to the rescue!

5. White Tea

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When it comes to happy skin, white tea is even more potent than green tea. Because it’s actually just a bunch of baby tea leaves, it undergoes the least amount of processing and maintains the most catechin of any tea. White tea can be helpful in preventing the decrease of collagen and elastin in the skin as we age, leaving us feeling more youthful and radiant.

6. Hibiscus Tea

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These oh-so-pretty flowers not only make a gorgeous red tea, but they also provide a major boost of vitamins to anyone who decides to sip a cup. Its supply of vitamins A, B1, B2 and C, along with some iron and zinc, help to rejuvenate your skin and improve your complexion faster than most other options. Plus, it tastes fantastic when brewed with other blends.