3 Teas That Helped My Acne & Dark Spots

I’ve always struggled with my skin since I was a teenager and never found anything that worked. I struggled with acne (hormonal, cystic, fungal) blemishes, dark spots, discoloration, hyperpigmentation, acne scars) and felt hopeless due to previous use of products, treatments and prescribed meds that have not worked. I know what it’s like to waste money with little to no results. 

Table of Contents

1. Burdock Root Tea to Help with Acne & Inflammation
2. Dandelion Tea to Help with Hormonal Acne & Bloat
3. Turmeric Tea to Help with Acne Flare-Ups & Redness
4. How I Use Herbal Teas To Treat & Clear Up My Acne
5. How Our Green Tea Dark Spot Corrector Transforms Lives

Struggling with acne and dark spots can be frustrating, but sometimes, a natural approach can make a big difference. It’s difficult to know where to start with a natural skincare routine because there are so many (often opposing) recommendations from influencers on social media. Last year, I explored the power of herbal teas to support my skin from the inside out and helped with my acne. I am excited to share what worked for me, as someone who is African American with dark skin. Herbal tea works miracles for all skin types and color. Here are the three teas that became staples in my routine and helped improve my skin:

Burdock Root Tea to Help with Acne & Inflammation 

Known for its detoxifying properties, burdock root tea helps cleanse the liver and flush out toxins, which can reduce inflammation and acne. It’s rich in antioxidants and works to promote clearer, healthier skin from the inside. My favorite burdock tea is sold here. 

Dandelion Tea to Help with Hormonal Acne & Bloat 

Dandelion tea is another great detox tea that supports liver health and hormonal balance— both crucial for managing acne. It also has diuretic properties that help remove excess fluids and toxins, making it a gentle but effective addition to your skincare journey. Here is my go-to dandelion tea.

Turmeric Tea to Help with Acne Flare-Ups & Redness 

Famous for its anti-inflammatory and antibacterial properties, turmeric tea is a powerful choice for calming redness and reducing acne flare-ups. The curcumin in turmeric also works to fight bacteria and promote healing. My staple for turmeric tea can be bought here.

How I Use Herbal Teas To Treat & Clear Up My Acne

I drink these herbal teas regularly, alternating between them throughout the week, and combine this habit with a consistent skincare routine. I usually drink the tea straight, because I want the most powerful results. Honey can be added if the taste is too tart. I also like to drink it on an empty stomach in the morning so that my body and skin will digest what I eat. Good digestion = good skin health. Drinking tea isn’t a quick fix, but it can complement other efforts to achieve clearer skin over time.

Have you tried any of these teas for your skin? Let me know which one you’re curious to try!

Skincare if Self Care

Explore our shop for natural skincare products that have green, black and orange tea in them to help clear up acne and treat hyperpigmentation.

You’re not alone in your journey with self care and skincare. While there are so many options out there of products that claim to perform miracles for your acne and dark spots, the simplest most natural products and ingredients can be the ticket to clear skin. At Earthen Escapes, we take pride in our naturally sourced ingredients and DIY herbal tea based products.

How Our Green Tea Dark Spot Corrector Transforms Lives

Jordan had been struggling with chin/neck hair since high school when she began tweezing the hair due to embarrassment. As a result, she developed discoloration, redness, scarring and inflammation. She continued tweezing her skin because she didn’t know what else to do even though she was insecure about the skin issues that it created.

During the pandemic, her mother shared my Charcoal Mask with Matcha Green Tea with her and she used it once a week. She began to notice that it significantly helped to draw out impurities in her skin and decrease inflammation. She then purchased the Green Tea Dark Spot Corrector because she was still struggling with dark spots under her chin where she tweezed. She only used 2 to 3 drops under her chin and within 2 weeks she experienced lightening of the dark spots and scarring. She stated that she used the Dark Spot Corrector twice a day after washing her face and using toner for a month and then posted a YouTube Video of her results because she wanted other people to experience results as well. She shared that she vouches for it wholeheartedly because it’s amazing and affordable. She recommends that other people struggling with these issues purchase it. It will save your life she says. She always tags or shares with others that are looking for skincare products. She stressed that consistency is key to see results.