You have put in a solid 11 hours at the factory and need to unwind. You brew a steaming hot cup of tea and let it steep, savoring the aroma. When you are satisfied with the strength of the tea, you toss the tea bag into the garbage can. But, wait! You can save that used tea bag for many other purposes.
Used tea bags work great to sooth minor skin irritations like sunburn, mosquito bites, and cold sores. You simply take the damp tea bag and press to the infected area to promote healing and reduce swelling and redness. Tea bags under your tired eyes can reduce dark circles and swelling, too.
For worrisome odors around your home, let the used tea bags dry and you can place them in shoes overnight or in the refrigerator to freshen things up. You won’t need to leave a box of baking soda in your fridge anymore. While you are in the kitchen, take a walk over to that sink full of greasy dishes. Toss a couple of old tea bags into the water and let those dishes soak a little longer while you enjoy your cup of tea. When you feel rested and decide to take on that chore, the grease will come off much easier.
Another handy tip for those dry peppermint tea bags is to stick them into your cupboards and drawers around the house. They will help keep out insects and rodents.