You should not reuse teabags in this manner more than once or twice. If you are not planning on reusing them right away, put them in the refrigerator in enough water to keep them completely wet. Storing used teabags at room temperature or in dry conditions can cause mold growth and invite unwanted bacteria. [1] X Research source
Place old teabags in the water you are using to boil pasta or rice for added flavor. Add old teabags to the water you have just used to boil eggs for added flavor and color. Add tea to your meat smoker for tea-infused smoked meats. [2] X Research source
Place used teabags in the trashcan and refrigerator to dispel bad odors. Scrub your hands with used teabags to remove unpleasant scents like those of garlic or fish. Turn old teabags into air fresheners by waiting until they are completely dry and adding a couple of drops of essential oil, like lavender or peppermint. [4] X Research source
Apply a wet used teabag to the problem area and let sit until dry to benefit from these particular properties. If you are not yet satisfied with the results, you can re-wet the teabag and use it again in the exact same way. Injuries or problem areas for which this is potentially helpful include blisters, razor burn, sunburn, poison ivy, recent injection sites, acne, plantar warts, bruises, cold sores, bug stings or bites and even gums which are still bleeding from a lost baby tooth. [10] X Research source
You can experience a similar effect over your entire body by adding a couple more of them to an entire bathtub full of hot water. This can also improve the health of your hair and scalp by way of antioxidants and vitamins, like vitamins C and E. Picking a smell that you particularly enjoy can have aroma-therapeutic effects to boot.
