Herbal steam bath for the face
Fumigate with hydrosols and essential oils to deeply purify pores and clarify the complexion.
Known since ancient times, herbal fumigation for the face helps to clarify the complexion, purifying the pores in depth thanks to the steam charged with aromatic molecules from the plants. An intensely relaxing facial that is good for the skin and invites you to relax.
Ingredients for an herbal steam bath
- 2 tablespoons of hydrosol. Choose a purifying hydrosol from among the hydrosols of rosemary cineole, noble laurel, inula, fine lavender, thyme, savory, rose otto.
- a large bowl of very hot water
- some dry or fresh plants: rosemary branches, thyme, sage leaves, mint leaves, dried lavender sprigs
Preparation
- Pour two tablespoons of hydrosol into a large bowl of hot water.
- Place your face over the bowl with a towel over your head to prevent the steam from escaping. Enjoy the steam bath for five minutes.
- This treatment can be performed once a week to open the pores of the skin and provide a deep aromatic purifying action.
- This can be followed by a clay mask for a clearer complexion.
If you have very sensitive skin with a tendency to couperose, the steam bath will not be suitable because of the heat.
