Green Tea Bag Gets Rid of Eye Bags

EGCG-content has anti-inflammatory properties that can reduce puffiness even more

SO you're still not ready to go to a cosmetic surgery clinic to remove your eye bags. Wanna try an alternative eye treatment that's natural and non-invasive? We've all heard about how placing straight-from-the-fridge used tea bags on your eyes can help minimize swelling and dark circles. But did you know that, among all the teas, green tea is the most effective?

This tip from our favorite eco-friendly site, www.treehugger.net:

Got puffy under eyes that no cream can fix? Do a tea bag compress. The tannin in tea bags has been proven to reduce swelling (baggy under eyes) and discoloration (dark circles).

Either put your used tea bag in the fridge or let it cool down for a half hour. Then damp the tea bag over your eyes for 10-15 minutes.

If you're looking for that extra oomph, try using a caffeinated tea bag. It will reduce the inflammation even more.

Green tea bags work best because not only do they have caffeine, but they also contain EGCG (another anti-inflammatory).

According to Dermatologist Andrea Kunin, co-author of the DERMAdoctor Skinstruction Manual, EGCG helps remove under eye fluid buildup (the main culprit for under eye circles and bags).

Plus, green tea's packed with antioxidants. So why not kill two birds with one stone?

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