The German Allergy and Asthma Association reported that black tea compresses help alleviate itching in patients with atopic dermatitis, also known as atopic eczema. It noted that some components of black tea have anti-inflammatory effects and help regulate moisture balance, making it an auxiliary treatment alongside corticosteroid ointments and tablets.
Regarding how to prepare black tea compresses, the association explained that a black tea bag should be soaked in hot water for 10 minutes, then allowed to cool. After that, a clean piece of cloth is dipped in the tea and placed on the skin for 10 to 15 minutes. In the final step, the skin is dried, and a care cream is applied.
It is worth noting that atopic dermatitis is a type of skin inflammation that results in itching, redness, and swelling on the skin's surface, and fluids may sometimes leak from the inflamed area. The inflammation typically begins in childhood and varies in severity with age. Its causes remain unknown, but it is believed to be related to genetics, immune system dysfunction, environmental factors, or possibly issues with skin permeability.
