Some people might want to avoid steaming, like those of us who suffer from allergies, such as rosacea. Again, this is due to having too much of a good thing, causing the skin to look red and irritated.
That’s because one of the great benefits of steaming your face is the blood vessel dilation that happens, giving your face a significant boost in oxygen. And for the vast majority of us, when you’re done steaming and look as red as a lobster, rejoice! It means you’ve pumped some heavy oxygen onto your face.
4. It will delay the appearance of wrinkles.
We all know wrinkles are something millions of women want to delay. Among the thousands of promised cures are 2 scientifically-backed
ingredients known as collagen (which you can find in things like jelly and the Asian dish, agar agar) and elastin. If you aren’t into eating collagen, steaming can be a great alternative. Doing this to your face gives a rush to your circulation, thus boosting collagen and elastin production, giving you elasticized skin and delaying the
appearance of wrinkles.
5. It will start hydrating naturally.
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Releasing all that sebum and oil forces your body to produce more natural oils that
moisturize the skin and up your hydration levels. Plus, steaming increases your skin
permeability so it lets moisture go through it.
6. It will absorb your skincare products better.
Steaming your skin is not a full cure, but it should be seen as an essential part of your overall skincare regimen. The great thing about
steaming is that you’ll get more out of all those creams, lotions, and cleansers that you often apply to your face.
This advantage is due to the enhanced circulation and oxygenation of your skin. Since the pores are free, they can absorb more. Because your flow is stronger, your face will be more reactive to products. Finally, because your skin is thoroughly moisturized, when you add serums, they will have a more substantial impact.
