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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 perform a DIY steam facial at home without buying an expensive gadget. Using hot steam helps to open pores and enhance the skincare routine. In this blog, we will guide you on how to facial steam and discuss its incredible benefits.
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. Adding essential oils or herbs can turn the steam into a stress relieving steam experience. 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:
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Glass Bowl
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Kettle
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Bath towel
Directions:
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Boil water and fill the glass bowl.
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Add a tablespoon of the tea blend of your choosing into the water.
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Allow the mixture to steep for a few minutes.
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Add a tablespoon of apple cider vinegar to the water for its antiseptic and antibacterial properties.
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Once the steam has cooled down slightly, place your face above the bowl to steam your face.
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Place a towel over your head that traps the steam.
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Do not get too close to the water to prevent burning.
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Keep your face above the steam for about 10 minutes.
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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.
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Exfoliate with a mixture of baking soda and water to help remove dead skin cells.
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Rinse your face with cool water to close the pores.
Preparing for a Facial Steam
Preparing for a facial steam is essential to ensure a safe and effective experience. Start by washing your face with a gentle cleanser to remove any dirt or makeup, ensuring your skin is clean and ready to absorb the benefits of the steam. Pat your face dry with a towel, and then boil a few cups of water in a pot or kettle. While the water is boiling, prepare your essential oils or herbs. Add a few drops of your chosen essential oil to the water or place fresh or dried herbs in a muslin bag. Once the water has boiled, carefully pour it into a bowl or basin, taking care not to splash any hot water. This preparation sets the stage for a relaxing and beneficial steam facial.
Tea Benefits for The Skin: Remove Dead Skin Cells
The key to a successful facial steam is the tea blend that you choose. Add essential oils to the steam to enhance the benefits of the tea blend. Just like our honey, 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.
Our Sea + Tea Body Scrub is gentle enough to be used on the face
The benefits of facial steaming are undeniable, as it:
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Improves circulation
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Unclogs pores
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Removes impurities
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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!
Using Essential Oils in Your Steam Facial
Essential oils can be a wonderful addition to your steam facial, providing a range of benefits for both the skin and mind. Popular essential oils for steam facials include lavender, chamomile, and eucalyptus, each offering unique properties. To use essential oils in your steam facial, simply add a few drops to the boiling water before you begin steaming. For a more subtle scent and added benefits, you can also add fresh or dried herbs like peppermint, rosemary, or thyme to the water. When using essential oils, always follow the recommended usage guidelines and patch test any new oils on a small area of skin before incorporating them into your steam facial. This ensures a safe and enjoyable experience.
The Ancient Practice of Facial Steaming
Facial steaming has been used for centuries to achieve healthy, glowing skin. Using hot steam has been a key method for opening pores and enhancing skincare routines for centuries. 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.
Face Oil is the perfect way to nourish your skin without clogging pores
How to Steam with Good Night Tea and Essential Oils:
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 Boiling Water
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. Adding essential oils or herbs can turn the steam into a stress relieving steam experience. 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.
Our Best Face Forward Set contains an entire morning and night skincare routine
Incorporating Facial Steaming into Your Skincare Routine
Facial steaming can be a wonderful addition to your skincare routine, offering numerous benefits for your skin. To incorporate facial steaming into your routine, start by steaming your face once or twice a week, depending on your skin type and concerns. You can choose to steam your face before or after cleansing, based on your preference. After steaming, follow up with a toner and moisturizer to help lock in the benefits of the steam. You can also use a facial steamer as part of a larger skincare routine, incorporating it into your daily or weekly regimen as needed. This consistent practice can enhance your overall skincare routine, leaving your skin looking and feeling its best.
How to Steam Your Face for Different Skin Types
Steaming your face can be beneficial for a range of skin types, but it’s essential to tailor your steam facial to your individual skin concerns. For dry skin, use a gentle cleanser and moisturizer before and after steaming, and consider adding a hydrating essential oil like lavender or chamomile to the water. For oily skin, opt for a clay-based cleanser and consider adding a detoxifying essential oil like tea tree or eucalyptus to the water. If you have sensitive skin, use a gentle cleanser and avoid essential oils that may be irritating. For combination skin, use a gentle cleanser and consider adding a balancing essential oil like geranium or rose to the water. By customizing your steam facial to your skin type, you can maximize the benefits and achieve healthier, more radiant skin.
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!
