Chai lovers beware: Know the side effects of consuming too much tea every day

Since childhood we’ve heard people complaining that consuming tea can make your skin darker. In spite of these myths, tea is one of the most popular beverages of India, and no matter how the climate is or what the time is, people love their tea sessions. But overconsumption of anything can lead to negative effects, which is the same in the case of drinking tea.

When you go overboard with your consumption level, it can mess with your skin in a not-so-good manner. Let’s see what can go wrong if you’re on a chai binge.

Acne breakouts: Many individuals have experienced acne breakouts, which can be a result of hormonal imbalances triggered by the caffeine present in tea. If you start noticing the changes after consuming your tea, then start cutting back.

Leads to premature ageing: The antioxidants present in tea can be beneficial for your skin. But when you start consuming it more than usual, the caffeine can dehydrate your skin over time, contributing to the development of fine lines and wrinkles.


Sensitive skin: Excessive caffeine consumption may lead to increased redness or irritation, heightening the issues of skin sensitivity. Also, if you have eczema or rosacea, then try cutting down more and consuming tea once in a while.

Dehydrated skin: The caffeine presence in tea is diuretic and causes an increase in urination, which can also lead to dehydration. Therefore, if you don’t compensate by drinking enough water, your skin will start appearing dry, less radiant, and flaky.



Abrupt skin texture: Excessive consumption of chai can lead to digestive discomfort because of its strong compounds like caffeine and tannins, which can irritate the stomach lining, resulting in indigestion, upset stomach, and acid reflux. These issues can indirectly affect your facial skin’s lining, resulting in breakouts, pimples, and abnormal skin texture.

Myth busted
Excessive consumption might result in acne issues and dull skin effects, but consuming tea cannot make you darker. This is an untrue myth that is widely believed. Tea offers a variety of nutrients that are vital for good skin if it is consumed in moderation. But one’s skin’s melanin content determines the shade of our face. No substance in tea contributes to an increase in melanin production, thus making this point a hoax.




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