Guest guest Posted June 8, 2004 Report Share Posted June 8, 2004 Soothing Lavender Facial Steam Steam opens the pores while deeply cleansing and rejuvenating all skin layers. Using lavender in your facial steam is a wonderful way to nourish your skin. The scent is aroma-therapeutic too--relaxing and anti-stress. Another benefit of lavender is that it is antibacterial and anti-inflammatory. 1. Place a handful of dried lavender in a pot of water. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer for 5-10 minutes, adding water as needed. 2. Secure your hair back from your face. 3. Wash your face as usual. 4. Place the pot with the steaming water on a potholder on a table or countertop. Make a tent over your head with a towel and place your head over the steaming pot. Make sure not to lean close enough to the steam to scald yourself. 5. Keep your face in the steam tent for about 5 minutes. 6. Rinse your face with cool water. 7. Follow with an astringent (for example, witch hazel) to close the pores. Holidays can be exhausting. Why not shut out the world for a while and breathe deeply of this relaxing and hydrating herbal steam facial. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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