Uses of Tea Bags

Uses of tea Bags

1.Consumable
Of course you can drink tea, and that should be it's first use. And for reference, most teabags can be used at least twice if not three times. And if you feel so inclined, you can make your own. It's easy if you just boil lemon grass, basil, orange peel, or flowers (rose or chamomile) in water. There you have it, a natural delicious tea, the way they used to do it.

2.Medicinal Purposes
Tea is a great natural remedy for soothing sore throats, helping to loosen coughs, and terrific for upset stomachs. Used tea bags are great for puffy eyes. They work best if you place them in the refrigerator for about ten to fifteen minutes first and then place over your eyes. Tea bags are also great for refreshing your face. Just pat the teabags on your face or place the bags on your cheeks for a few minutes. Your skin will be refreshed and have a glow. Cold tea bags are perfect for sunburns too.

3.Dye
Tea bags are wonderful dye agents! If you use teabags to dye your hair, it's a really fascinating reddish color. It's perfect for scrapbooking, crafting and card making - you can use a tea bag to make your paper have an old antique appearance. Tea can also stain eggs a brownish color for easter eggs. Tea can stain most surfaces, including clothing and give it an aged look.

4.Plant Fertilizer
Sprinkle tea leaves in your garden or around your plants. They work as an excellent fertilizer, and roses seem to thrive with them.

5.Potpourri
Dry tea leaves out of a teabag make a wonderful potpourri. Just dump in small dishes and place all around the home. Makes for a light, natural scent. You can add oils to the leaves if you desire.

6.Dish Detergent
Have a caked on pot or pan? Drop a tea bag into it and allow to soak over night. The acid in the tea helps to break down the caked on grease.