The ‘ultimate skin tea’ promises to treat acne, pigmentation, dark spots; expert not convinced

There could be various factors that could lead to skin problems and hair fall such as vitamin and mineral deficiency, said Dr Rinky Kapoor, consultant dermatologist, cosmetic dermatologist, and dermato-surgeon, The Esthetic Clinics

3 min readNew DelhiJan 2, 2025 06:02 PM IST

Can one tea help you get rid of all skin and hair issues? (Source: Getty Images/Thinkstock)

We have heard of creams, lotions, and masks, but a new remedy has come to the fore: skin tea — which promises results for not only the skin but also your hair.

According to the post by content creator Dolly Shah, this “ultimate skin tea can be beneficial in various ways such as treating acne, pigmentation, dark spots, reverse hair fall while preventing premature greying of the hair”. “It is specially tested and curated by me,” she added.

Shah continued that every ingredient used is a “powerhouse of vitamins, minerals, antioxidants. Having anti-inflammatory, anti-microbial properties… purifying your blood while regulating hormones. Hence, it can help treat every skin condition you might have!!! So the only question is, will you try and be consistent with it?”

Here’s the recipe for skin tea

Ingredients

3 strands – Saffron
6 pods – Cardamom
1 tsp – Ghee
Ginger
Mulethi or licorice

Method

*Boiling water (take about 1/1-1.5 glass)
*Add saffron, cardamom, ghee, ginger, and mulethi.
*Let the concoction boil for 3-4 minutes. Strain and drink.

Are you losing a lot of hair? (Source: Getty Images/Thinkstock)

Is it an effective remedy?

Dr Rinky Kapoor, consultant dermatologist, cosmetic dermatologist, and dermato-surgeon, The Esthetic Clinics stressed that it is vital to understand that one single drink can not significantly resolve all your skin or hair-related issues.

“It is essential to understand the root cause of these problems, and then create a tailored treatment plan to resolve them. There could be various factors that could lead to skin problems and hair fall such as vitamin and mineral deficiency, genetics, poor eating habits, hormonal imbalance, stress, depression, and certain medications,” said Dr Kapoor.

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For glowing skin and healthy hair, individuals are advised to adjust their lifestyle habits such as eating a healthy diet with a variety of vitamins, minerals, and protein, staying hydrated, avoiding habits like smoking or drinking alcohol and considering exercising for more than 30 minutes.

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“Consult experts or a doctor if your hair and skin issues sustain for a longer duration even after doing certain lifestyle modifications,” said Dr Kapoor.

DISCLAIMER: This article is based on information from the public domain and/or the experts we spoke to. Always consult your health practitioner before starting any routine.

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