Botanical Bliss: Create Your Own Herbal Infusion for a Spa-Worthy Facial Steam
Rejuvenate your skin and soothe your senses with this midwinter herbal facial steam. Perfect for the dry and cold winter season, this combination of herbs will nourish and hydrate your skin, while also promoting blood circulation and healing. The added benefits of this steam are not only limited to the surface of the skin, but it also has a relaxing effect on the body and mind.
This easy to make recipe is a great way to give your skin some extra TLC. You can customize it to your liking by adding other herbs or essential oils of your choice. Enjoy the benefits of this herbal facial steam, not only for your skin but also for your overall well-being.
This can be used as a facial steam first and then REUSED as an astringent tea toner.
Ingredients:
1/4 cup dried calendula petals
1/4 cup dried rosemary
1/4 cup dried lavender buds
1/4 cup dried chamomile flowers
Directions:
In a heatproof bowl, mix together the dried calendula petals, rosemary, lavender buds, and chamomile flowers.
Bring a pot of water to a boil and carefully pour it over the herb mixture.
Place the bowl on a table, and position your face about 12 inches above the bowl.
Drape a towel over your head, creating a tent-like structure to trap the steam and direct it towards your face.
Close your eyes and relax, breathing in the steam for at least 10-15 minutes.
The herbs used in this recipe are known to be beneficial for the skin. Calendula petals are known for their soothing and healing properties, rosemary for its stimulating properties, lavender buds for their toning properties and chamomile flowers for their anti-inflammatory properties.
This easy to make recipe is a great way to give your skin some extra TLC. You can customize it to your liking by adding other herbs or essential oils of your choice. Enjoy the benefits of this herbal facial steam, not only for your skin but also for your overall well-being.
