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DIY Beauty: Green Tea Facial Mist

This easy tutorial will show you how to make a simple and calming green tea facial mist, perfect for energizing your skin mid-day.

Last Updated on August 14, 2020 by Jessica - University of Illinois
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Diy green tea facial mist

When I was younger, I used to avoid going outside during the summer. When I did, I slathered on layers of sunscreen, but the powerful summer sun still made me feel like my face was going to melt! However, I hated missing out on fun outdoor adventures with my friends and family.

As a result, I started making my own facial mist. Not only is it super good for your skin, but just one spritz will cool you down right away. It’s also really easy and cheap to make – score!

Read on to learn how you can make your own green tea facial mist:

DIY facial mist - what you'll need

What you’ll need:

  • 1 green tea bag
  • 1 mug of just boiled water
  • 1 bottle of vitamin E oil or 1 vitamin E capsule
  • 1 plastic spray bottle (I got this set of 3)

How to:

Step One

DIY facial mist step 1

Take the green tea bag and steep it in the mug of water for at least 15-20 minutes.

Step Two

DIY facial mist step 2

Remove the tea bag and let it cool down to room temperature.

Step Three

DIY facial mist step 3

Add 2-3 drops of vitamin E oil or the contents of the vitamin E capsule. You can see in the photo that I put the tea bag back in since the tea wasn’t as strong as I wanted it to be.

Step Four

DIY facial mist finished

Carefully pour the mixture into the spray bottle. Keep it in the fridge until you need to use it. This is completely optional, but I like to add a few ice cubes when I head out so that the mist stays nice and cold throughout the day.

Spritz as often as desired for an immediate cooling sensation!

What Do You Think?

Do you like this DIY? Are you going to try it out? What are some other ways you keep cool during the summer? Let me know in the comments below; I’d love to hear what you think!

Tags : DIY, How To, Tutorials

18 Comments
Originally published on August 6, 2013
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Comments

  1. Abigail says

    May 29, 2019 at 5:35 pm

    This is a wonderful idea but how long is the shelf life of this?

    Reply
  2. Tiff says

    May 29, 2019 at 5:36 pm

    I like this idea but I want to know where you got the mug at.

    Reply
  3. Taylor says

    May 29, 2019 at 5:35 pm

    This is cool and all, but DAT MUG!

    Reply
  4. Mahima says

    May 29, 2019 at 5:35 pm

    I’ve been using this for quite some time; I’ve also added some fresh aloe vera juice to the mixture – does wonders for me!

    Reply
  5. Kimberly says

    May 29, 2019 at 5:36 pm

    This is brilliant! I’m LOVING this post. I can see how it’s super refreshing, especially during the heat. I can’t wait to try this out. Thanks!

    Reply
  6. Tyne says

    May 29, 2019 at 5:35 pm

    Oh my gosh I absolutely love your mug!!

    Reply
  7. Lauren says

    May 29, 2019 at 5:35 pm

    That mug is the cuuutest thing ever!

    Reply
  8. katie says

    May 29, 2019 at 5:36 pm

    OK BUT SRSLY WHERE DID YOU GET THAT MUG?!

    Reply
  9. ChicTrends says

    May 29, 2019 at 5:35 pm

    Going to have to try this! That mist bottle with the panda is adorable.

    Reply
  10. Rina says

    May 29, 2019 at 5:35 pm

    Points for using a Majo no Takkyuubin mug.

    Reply
  11. Abby says

    May 29, 2019 at 5:35 pm

    Such a cute mug! Love that movie!

    Reply
  12. Melissa says

    May 29, 2019 at 5:35 pm

    OHMYGOODNESS! I love your Kiki and Jiji mug!!! I’m obsessed with Kiki’s Delivery Service! Also, I will definitely try your facial mist!

    Reply
  13. Tatiana Todd says

    May 29, 2019 at 5:35 pm

    Wow…trying this tomorrow

    Reply
  14. Daze says

    May 29, 2019 at 5:35 pm

    Love this idea! But just as a heads up, any recipe for products that use water must have a preservative, or else it becomes a breeding ground for bacteria and you definitely don’t want that on your face. šŸ™

    Reply
  15. Jessica - University of Illino says

    May 29, 2019 at 5:35 pm

    Abigail- I would say about three to four days. Any longer and it’s probably not a good idea to continue using it.

    Mahima- I have some aloe vera gel lying around; I’ll try it out! Thanks for the suggestion!

    Kimberly, Tatiana, and ChicTrends- Let me know how it works out šŸ™‚

    Daze- Great point! I definitely would not recommend using the same green tea mixture for more than four days.

    Tiff, Taylor, Tyne, Lauren, Katie, Cynthia, Rina, Abby, Melissa, Kelly- Thank you! I love Kiki’s Delivery Service as well; it was my favorite film as a girl and remains my favorite film today! For those of you who are wondering where I bought the cup, I bought mine in Japan.

    Reply
  16. Esther says

    April 15, 2019 at 11:26 am

    Love the mug!! Love Kiki and Jiji <3

    Reply
  17. Ylai Jah says

    April 15, 2019 at 3:49 pm

    Is it really necessary to put green tea on boiling water? Because I remember that putting it in boiling water destroys the cathecins~

    Reply
  18. Kelly says

    April 15, 2019 at 11:26 am

    oh my god seriously where is this mug from???

    Reply

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