There’s nothing quite like starting the day with a warm cup of coffee. It’s my morning ritual! However, when evening rolls around, I typically switch to tea.

You know the routine: you fill the kettle, and before you know it, you have a steaming cup ready to go — after adding your favorite tea bag, of course.

A few minutes later, you remove the bag, toss it aside, and enjoy your drink.

But ever since my grandmother shared some clever uses for old tea bags, I’ve stopped throwing them away.

Keep reading to discover these smart ideas for repurposing used tea bags. You might be amazed at how useful they can be — and you could even save some money down the line!

1. Soothe sunburns.

Grab a tea bag filled with black tea and give it a rinse under cold water. This simple remedy will become your go-to solution for sunburns, whether you’re enjoying summer days or exploring new places. The tannic acid in black tea aids in skin recovery and provides a refreshing cooling effect.

2. Relieve minor burns.

You can repurpose the tea bags you use for sunburn relief in other urgent situations as well. If you happen to burn yourself, simply place a tea bag on the burned area. The tannins found in black tea can help calm minor burns.

3. Get rid of warts.

Did you know that green tea is packed with antioxidants that can help stop warts from developing? Simply take a used tea bag once it has cooled and place it directly on the wart.

After 15 minutes, take off the tea bag and switch it out for a fresh one. Keep the new tea bag on for another 15 minutes. After a few days, you should notice that your wart will start to disappear.

4. Put an end to puffy eyes.

The tannins in black tea can be beneficial for reducing puffiness around your eyes.

Next time you enjoy a cup of tea, don’t toss the teabag! Instead, store it in a small container and pop it in the fridge for a day or two. When you’re ready to tackle those under-eye bags, just take out a couple of chilled tea bags from the refrigerator.