The Ultimate Guide to Facial Steaming

The Ultimate Guide to Facial Steaming

Facial steaming has been a popular method for decades to open and cleanse pores. By allowing the face to sweat and release dirt and oils, it naturally detoxifies the skin, resulting in a healthier complexion. You can make a strong face treatment at home without buying an expensive gadget. In this blog, we will guide you on how to facial steam and discuss its incredible benefits.

Good Night Tea Facial Steam

Benefits of Facial Steaming

As previously mentioned, it helps open the pores, allowing for a deeper cleanse. But did you know that it also improves circulation?

When the skin's pores open because of heat, blood vessels expand, resulting in increased blood flow to the skin. This process helps to deliver oxygen and nutrients to the skin's surface, resulting in healthier-looking skin. Facial steaming may also help with acne-prone skin, as it helps in unclogging pores and removing impurities. Think of it as your own personal home spa!

Facial Steaming Guide

You will need:

tray of Good Night Herbal Tea and tea and spoon

Directions:

  1. Boil water and fill the glass bowl.
  2. Add a tablespoon of the tea blend of your choosing into the water.
  3. Allow the mixture to steep for a few minutes.
  4. Once the steam has cooled down slightly, place your face above the bowl to steam your face.
  5. Place a towel over your head that traps the steam.
  6. Do not get too close to the water to prevent burning.
  7. Keep your face above the steam for about 10 minutes.
  8. Optional: For a self-care bonus, you can apply our crystalized honey Original Body Scrub for cleaning and exfoliating. Apply with circular motions and gently remove with warm water on a wash cloth.
  9. Rinse your face with cool water to close the pores.
original honey body scrub on a bathroom counter

Tea Benefits for The Skin

The key to a successful facial steam is the tea blend that you choose. At Bee Inspired, we design our Good Night Tea and Beautea to be multi-purpose. They are suitable for facial steam, drinking, and other uses.

Beautea boasts ginger and turmeric. Both of these ingredients are beneficial when exposed to the skin. They are also helpful for your gut when ingested. 

Good Night tea blend contains chamomile, linden flowers, spearmint, rose petals, and lavender buds. These ingredients work wonders on the skin. Linden flowers have antioxidant properties that help combat free radical damage, while mint and lavender have anti-fungal and antibacterial properties that can help cleanse the skin. Rose petals and chamomile contain anti-inflammatory properties that calm and soothe the skin, making it perfect for sensitive skin types.

Different varieties of loose leaf tea on silver spoons arranged in a square formation

The benefits of facial steaming are undeniable, as it:

  • Improves circulation
  • Unclogs pores
  • Removes impurities
  • Delivers nutrients to the skin's surface

It’s an easy, affordable, and effective way to pamper your skin from the comfort of your own home. Whether you have dry, sensitive, or oily skin, incorporating facial steam into your skincare routine can only do wonders.

If you’re looking for an affordable and effective way to give your skin a pamper session, facial steaming is a great place to start. It’s easy to do, and you can use ingredients that are already in your home. Your skin will be left looking and feeling its best. So why not try facial steaming and see the incredible benefits it has to offer?

The secret to having radiant skin is not only about using high-quality skincare products but also about incorporating healthy habits into your daily routine. One of the most popular ways of achieving supple and radiant skin is by using a facial steam. And with the help of our tea blends, it gets even better!

The Ancient Practice of Facial Steaming

Facial steaming has been used for centuries to achieve healthy, glowing skin. It not only detoxifies your skin by unclogging pores but also helps to soothe and calm irritated skin, promote collagen production, and improve blood circulation. By adding Good Night Tea to your facial steam ritual, you can enhance the benefits of facial steaming. The tea contains ingredients such as chamomile, rose petals, and lavender, which are known for their anti-inflammatory properties and help to soothe and calm the skin.

How to Steam with Good Night Tea:

Step 1: Gather Your Supplies

To facial steam, you'll need a glass bowl, a kettle or pot to boil water, a large bath towel, and 5-8 teaspoons of Bee Inspired Good Night Tea. Set up your glass bowl in the position you will be doing your facial steam. Place it on top of a hand towel for safety. Make sure your table and chair are comfortable enough for you to remain seated for a 10-15 minute session, sitting over the glass bowl.

Step 2: Prepare

Wash your face to be sure to remove all makeup. Pat dry. Bring 4 cups of water to a boil. While waiting for the water to boil, add 5-8 teaspoons of Good Night Tea into the bottom of your glass bowl. Once the water has boiled, pour it over the loose leaf tea, filling it about 3/4 of the way.

Step 3: Treat

Drape your bath towel over the back of your head, lean forward over the bowl, and cover your head and the bowl with the towel allowing the steam to seep in. Inhale the steam and take breaks as needed. Make sure that the water and steam are not too hot and test them before you begin.

Step 4: Finish

Once you are done steaming, gently rinse your face with lukewarm water and pat it dry. Follow your treatment with your skincare routine to lock in moisture and keep your skin hydrated.

When to steam:

Facial steam is recommended weekly as this is a great way to deeply cleanse your facial skin. Discontinue steaming if your skin becomes irritated. If you have senstive skin start by steaming for only five minutes, and rinse. Over-steaming can strip the skin of its natural oils.

Steaming with Good Night Tea is an effective and easy way to achieve smooth, supple, and radiant skin. With just a few simple steps, you can create your own spa experience at home. Be consistent with your practice to see the best results and look forward to radiant skin!


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Kara waxes about the bees, creates and tests recipes with her friend Joyce, and does her best to share what she’s learning about the bees, honey, ingredients we use and more. Read more about Kara