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Can drinking spearmint tea help clear acne?

Some experts say yes.

But what makes spearmint tea so effective at clearing acne and who can benefit from the minty skincare solution?

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I tapped Dr. Thornfeldt and board-certified dermatologist Lucy Chen, MD, to find out.

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Spearmint Tea vs. “In addition, spearmint has the most anti-inflammatory activity of the mint varieties.”

And the health benefits don’t stop there.

Overall, spearmint tea:

Can Spearmint Tea Clear Up Acne?

Spearmint tea induced no side effects," Dr. Thornfeldt says.

Of course, see your doctor if you have any concerns.

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