Herbs have incredible beneficial properties for the skin. A facial steam is a great way for the skin to soak in the herbs. It is suggested to take a few moments to connect to the plants – smell them, touch them, and reflect on their medicinal and spiritual attributes. Don't forget to speak your intentions into your herbal blend!

Face Steam Directions:
 
Select your herb(s): 
Choose one of our herbal blends based on your skin type and needs.
Boil water: Boil 4 cups of filtered water. 
Prepare Herbs: Add 2 tablespoons of the dried herb mixture to a bowl. Pour the boiling water over the herbs, cover the bowl, and let it steep for 5-10 minutes
 
Create a steam tent: Carefully place the bowl on a heat-safe surface. With a towel draped over your head and the bowl, lean over the steam. Keep your face 8–12 inches away to avoid burns. 
This option is only necessary if a face steamer is unavailable. In which case you would strain the herbs from the water and place in a face steamer instead of creating a tent.
 
Steam your face: Remain under the towel for 5-15 minutes to allow the steam and herbal properties to work their magic.

Benefits of our 1 oz Herbal Face Steams include
Cleansing: Helps to open and cleanse pores of impurities.
Hydrating: Deeply hydrates the skin.
Soothing: Alleviates irritation and promotes relaxation.
Promotes Circulation: Stimulates circulation in the face.
Aids in Cell Repair: Facilitates cellular repair processes.

Herb Ingredients for Specific Skin Needs
For Sensitive, Irritated or Dry Skin-
Chamomile: Soothing, anti-inflammatory, and calming for skin and spirit. 
Rose Petals: Hydrating, toning, and soothing for all skin types. 
Calendula: Anti-inflammatory and promotes skin repair and healing. 
Comfrey: Softens and moistens the skin. 
Lavender: Soothing, anti-inflammatory, and antimicrobial. 
 
Mature Skin-
Hibiscus: help firm skin, reduce the appearance of pores, brighten skin tone, moisturize, and promote a dewy glow by providing antioxidants, alpha hydroxy acids (AHAs), and mucilage.
Rose Petals: Hydrating, toning, and soothing for all skin types. 
Calendula: Anti-inflammatory and promotes skin repair and healing. 
Comfrey: Softens and moistens the skin. 
Orange Peel: High Vitamin C content brightens skin and supports collagen production. Its citric acid provides natural exfoliation by removing dead skin cells and unclogging pores. 
For Oily, Congested, or Acne-Prone Skin:
Rosemary: Cleansing, stimulating, and rejuvenating for oily or congested skin. 
Eucalyptus: Relieves nasal congestion and is beneficial for acneic skin. 
Orange Peel: High Vitamin C content brightens skin and supports collagen production. Its citric acid provides natural exfoliation by removing dead skin cells and unclogging pores. The peel's antimicrobial and antioxidant properties also help cleanse the skin, reduce acne, and promote a more radiant complexion.  
Sage: Known for its astringent and cleansing qualities
Yarrow: anti-inflammatory, astringent, and antimicrobial properties that help soothe irritation, reduce redness, tighten pores, and calm oily, acne-prone skin
 
For Combination Skin-
Chamomile: Calms and balances. 
Calendula: Supports gentle detox and skin repair. 
Rosemary: Clarifies and stimulates. 
Lemon Balm: Clarifying and stimulating, can be used with peels.
Peppermint: Antiseptic, anti-inflammatory, antioxidant and astringent. It is cooling, refreshing, revitalizing, stimulating and soothing. Detoxifies and clarifies skin.
 
Normal-
Chamomile: Chamomile: Calms and balances. 
Hibiscus: help firm skin, reduce the appearance of pores, brighten skin tone, moisturize, and promote a dewy glow by providing antioxidants, alpha hydroxy acids (AHAs), and mucilage.
Lavender: Soothing, anti-inflammatory, and antimicrobial. 
Rose Petals: Hydrating, toning, and soothing for all skin types. 
Sage: Known for its astringent and cleansing qualities
 
Blemished skin-
Parsley: Antiseptic and anti-inflammatory and contains vitamin C, vitamin K and chlorophyll. It is soothing for blemishes, psoriasis and eczema. Parsley also helps to tighten the skin and lighten dark circles under the eyes.
Chamomile: Chamomile: Calms and balances. 
Lavender: Soothing, anti-inflammatory, and antimicrobial. 
Lemon Balm: Clarifying and stimulating, can be used with peels.
Basil: Antibacterial and anti-inflammatory and an excellent treatment for blemishes and acne.
Thyme: Antiseptic, clarifying, and purifying, effective for blemished skin.