Herbal facials make Steam fresh

I’m known for a flawless skin care routine. They usually include paper towels or essential oils and sometimes apply ice or even mud to my face. There are many plants in nature that provide many skin benefits. This herbal facial steam is a great way to get some of those benefits!

I’ve done steam before, mostly for congestion or upper respiratory support. Herbal facial steam makes all natural faces beautiful. It’s easy to do and doesn’t require any fancy equipment.

You can also pick and choose which herbs you want to use. Just use one, or use a combination of whatever you have on hand that will work.

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There are many different plants that work well with face steam and you probably already have some in your pantry. Feel free to mix and match this list or use something completely different. Just make sure it’s not something that will irritate your skin.

Here are some of my favorite herbs to use in herbal facials.

• Plant petals – Rose has long been used for glowing, youthful looking skin. The sweet-smelling petals also have powerful aromatherapy benefits that ease heartburn. A 2015 study said that rose helped improve skin texture, moisture, and reduce wrinkles.
• Lavender flowers – Soothing and soothing to the skin, lavender is a skin care favorite. It prevents inflammation and helps repair damaged skin.
• Mint leaves – Refreshing and invigorating, warm mint relaxes muscles and stimulates circulation for faster healing. It is also a source of vitamins and minerals that thirsty people crave!
• Calendula flowers – Anti-inflammatory, anti-microbial, calendula has a long history of healing wounds and damaged skin.
• Chamomile – Its flowers and leaves have an apple-like scent that calms and relaxes the body. It has the same effect on the skin and is good for irritated and damaged skin.
• Comfrey – This plant is another favorite of mine for skin care. Both flowers and leaves are effective in healing damaged skin and even bones. It stimulates tissue repair and cell proliferation.
• Echinacea – People use flowers or leaves topically for various skin complaints, including damaged skin, eczema, varicose veins. Echinacea is anti-inflammatory, antibacterial, and anti-viral so it is helpful for acne.
• Helichrysum – This herb has cheery yellow flowers and can have skin benefits. It’s drying, hot, and astringent, so pair it with a neutral herb like violet or marshmallow if you have sensitive skin. A 2020 study looked at a night cream containing helichrysum and found that it improved wrinkles, hyperpigmentation, and UV spots.
• Horsetail – Amazing herbs full of micronutrients, including silica for flexible skin. It is also anti-inflammatory and anti-bacterial that is traditionally used to reduce wrinkles, acne, and moisturize the skin.
• Orange blossoms – Not only for lemonade, lemon also has many uses for the body. The juice contains vitamin C and acids, while the peel contains volatile essential oils that elevate the condition and brighten the dull skin. A 2013 study found that lemon juice is even more effective for acne than the alternative being tested.

How to make a herbal facial steam

I like to use a brush that is gentle on the skin and doesn’t have volatile oils that can irritate my skin or eyes. Cinnamon and oregano come to mind!

You may have seen some facial steaming machines in stores or online. Companies often use plastic for face masks, so you’re getting heat from the plastic right in your pores. A pot on the stove isn’t ideal, but sometimes it’s easier (and cheaper!).

You also can’t put grass in the front tank or it can get damaged. Again, another win for doing it the old fashioned way.

Step by step Steam instructions

1. Simply place the herbs you’re using in a pot of very hot water, either freshly or freshly ground. Make sure it’s not too hard or you could burn yourself.
2. Turn off the stove and/or move the pot to the countertop. Put a towel on your head and lean in the steam.
3. You want to get close enough for the steam to wash your face, but not too close and you’ll get hot steam.

If you are looking for a specific recipe, this is the one to start with.

You can save time and mix the herbs in bulk for later. Just add 1/4 cup of each (or however much you want) and store in a large glass jar. Remove 1/3 cup when ready to use. Then you will need to add lemon and freshly squeezed water to make your face glow!

What are some of your favorite herbs to use for skin care? Have you steamed before? Leave a comment and let us know!