Facial Steams
A facial steam is the first step in a skin care regimen. It opens the pores in preparation for cleansing. The essential oil trapped in the steam and the various herbs will soften the skins surface. Any clogging from dirt or makeup will be loosened for easy removal afterwards. Herbal facial steams are best used by those with normal, dry or oily skin. It is not recommended for those with sensitive skins. Cleanse your skin before any steaming undertaking.
Things to keep in mind:
Use a bath towel to create a tent over your head, shoulders and steaming herb bowl. With your eyes closed, breathe deeply and relax as you cleanse your pores with the aromatic steam. Allow 8 to 10 inches between the steaming bowl and your face to prevent burning your skin. Once the steam starts depleting rinse your face with lukewarm water first then follow with cool splashes. Dab your skin dry. Its advisable to followup your steam treatment with a mask and moisturizer to give your skin the full treatment. Steams are best done once or twice per week.
Here are some simple recipes for facial steams.
Beginner's Herbal Steam
| SKIN TYPE: Normal and Oily |
| INGREDIENT |
PERCENTAGE |
WEIGHT |
| Distilled Water |
97.89 % |
710 ml / 25.36 oz |
| Peppermint leaves |
0.69 % |
5 ml / 1 tsp |
| Yarrow flower powder |
0.69 % |
5 ml / 1 tsp |
| Sage leaves |
0.69 % |
5 ml / 1 tsp |
| Rosemary essential oil |
0.04 % |
5 drops |
Utensils
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| Large bowl |
| Microwave |
Method
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| Heat the water in the microwave until it reaches a low boil. While the water is heating up blend the flowers together in a large bowl. Add the essential oils on top of the blended flowers. Pour the heated water over the flowers. Drape a towel over your head and lean over the steaming bowl, placing your face approximately 8-10" from the bowl. |
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Skin pH Balancing Steam
| SKIN TYPE: ALL |
| INGREDIENT |
PERCENTAGE |
WEIGHT |
| Distilled Water |
84.20 % |
710 ml / 25.36 oz |
| Apple Cider Vinegar |
14 % |
118 ml / 1/2 cup |
| Honey |
0.60 % |
5 ml / 1 tsp |
| Lavender flowers |
0.60 % |
5 ml / 1 tsp |
| Rose petals |
0.60 % |
5 ml / 1 tsp |
Utensils
|
| Large bowl |
| Microwave |
Method
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| Heat the water and vinegar in the microwave until it reaches a low boil. While the water/vinegar mixture is heating up, blend the flowers together in a large bowl. Add the essential oils on top of the blended flowers. Add honey to the heated water/vinegar mixture. Pour the heated water/vinegar over the flowers. Drape a towel over your head and lean over the steaming bowl, placing your face approximately 8-10" from the bowl. |
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Invigorating Herbal Steam
| SKIN TYPE: ALL |
| INGREDIENT |
PERCENTAGE |
WEIGHT |
| Distilled Water |
96.48 % |
710 ml / 25.36 oz |
| Calendula petals |
0.68 % |
5 ml / 1 tsp |
| Whole Chamomile |
0.68 % |
5 ml / 1 tsp |
| Raspberry leaves |
0.68 % |
5 ml / 1 tsp |
| Peppermint leaves |
0.68 % |
5 ml / 1 tsp |
| Strawberry leaves |
0.68 % |
5 ml / 1 tsp |
| Patchouli essential oil |
0.04 % |
5 drops |
| Lavender essential oil |
0.04 % |
5 drops |
| Rose Geranium essential oil |
0.04 % |
5 drops |
Utensils
|
| Large bowl |
| Microwave |
Method
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| Heat the water in the microwave until it reaches a low boil. While the water is heating up blend the flowers together in a large bowl. Add the essential oils on top of the blended flowers. Pour the heated water over the flowers. Drape a towel over your head and lean over the steaming bowl, placing your face approximately 8-10" from the bowl. |
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