Spearmint Tea For Acne: Does It Really Work?

Here’s the thing: The studies mentioned above, while promising, don’t necessarily speak to acne in particular—we simply need more research to make the final call, even though the tea does have impressive anti-inflammatory compounds.

However, we also can’t ignore the anecdotal evidence plastered online: “No longer is my entire jawline coated in a smorgasbord of deep, throbbing cysts and white heads,” one Reddit user recounts. “I can actually lay my head down at night without it hurting. It’s amazing to think I lived that way for so long, having never heard about spearmint as an option.” You can find similar success stories peppered among the thread, with users seeing results anywhere from two weeks to two months. 

But of course, everyone’s skin reacts differently—so while spearmint tea might prove downright transformative for some, others may notice no difference. And if you’re curious about the tea, be sure to speak to your doctor before beginning your brew, just to make sure upping your intake won’t have any side effects or interfere with certain medications. But two cups a day (as stated in the above study) should be fine.