It is a simple skin care routine in which you allow your face to absorb steam from a hot bowl of water to moisten and cleanse your facial skin.
In the last few years, this popular method has advanced and become more convenient, because you can buy your own steamer at an affordable price. However, some people still prefer the old bowl method, which is equally effective and cheap.
1. Hydrates The Skin
Hydrates your skin
Dry skin often looks dull and tired. Face steaming increases the suppleness of the skin and prevents dry skin. It increases the production of natural oils, which moisturize the skin. Steam further increases the permeability of the skin, thus enabling it to absorb the skin care products better. However, steaming your face frequently may have the opposite impact and may reverse the benefits.
2. Prevents Acne
Prevents acne
Clogged pores are the main reason, which contribute to acne breakouts. Dirt, toxins, impurities and bacteria may sit on the surface of the skin, and all these aggravate acne. Facial steaming is a helpful and easy way to prevent acne. Facial steaming helps the skin to get rid of impurities and dirt by opening up the pores and enhances the absorption of acne medication or ointments.
3. Prevents Aging
Prevents aging
Facial steaming can make you look younger for your age. Exposure of the skin to chemicals and toxins reduces its ability to hold moisture. As a result of this, the elasticity of the skin reduces and wrinkles begin to appear on the skin. Steaming your face once or twice a week helps to restore the moisture and makes your skin clear and fresh. It enhances the blood flow towards the skin, which boosts collagen production and results in firmer skin.
4. Prevents Sinus Problems
Prevents sinus problems
Sinus is often accompanied by congestion and headaches. Facial steaming can relieve the symptoms of sinus and help you feel better. Breathing in the vapor fights off dry air on your sinuses. It gives a natural massage to your sensitive sinuses, which facilitates easy inhalation and exhalation. By adding essential oils to the water, you can reap some extra benefits. You can add eucalyptus oil to clear nasal and sinus congestion.
5. Deep Cleansing
Deep cleansing
Steaming your face opens up the pores and helps the skin to get rid of dirt. When the face comes in contact with the warm steam, the dirt and the dead cells are pushed out, which in turn cleanses your skin. This technique also softens the blackheads or whiteheads and boosts their quick removal. Facial steaming further prevents skin irritation and infections caused due to clogged pores.
6. Healthy Circulation
Healthy circulation
When you steam your face, the warm steam triggers a healthy circulation of blood and increases perspiration. It results in widening of the blood vessels in the skin. This causes increased flow of the oxygen and nutrient-rich blood towards the face. Such a blood circulation improves the complexion and nourishes the skin.