Do you have no time to sit around in beauty parlours, but still want professional-level treatment for your face? Put your trust in a facial sauna – a simple way to deeply cleanse and improve your skin in general. A cosmetic facial sauna will conveniently provide you with beautician-like skin treatment at home!

What is a facial sauna and how does it benefit your skin?

A facial sauna (also called a facial steamer or beauty sauna) is a cosmetic device which turns water into gentle, pleasant vapour. Then you just apply it to your face and relax!

Effects and benefits of a facial sauna:

Opening pores: Hot, wet steam causes your skin pores to temporarily open and widen.
Hydration: Water particles in vapour form are able to get deep inside your skin and hydrate it thoroughly. Your skin will look radiant and fresh.
Face cleansing: Vapour can remove impurities and excessive sebum from your widened pores, giving them a good clean. A facial sauna is therefore a good solution for acne and blackheads.
Boosts blood circulation: Just like a normal sauna for your entire body, the facial sauna will support blood flow in your face. A facial sauna may at first make you look a bit like a lobster, but after a few minutes, the blood flow will calm down and your face will look truly radiant.
Rejuvenating properties: The increased blood flow supports the natural production of collagen and elastane which improve overall skin elasticity. Excessive wrinkles can therefore be prevented.
Increased effectiveness of skincare products: Skin is soft and pores are open after using the facial sauna, so the care products you apply after the procedure are able to get deeper than usual, which makes them even more effective.
Relaxation effects: Last but not least, it is worth mentioning that a facial sauna also relaxes the muscles of your face and improves your mental well-being. Listen to some music or watch your favourite TV show and relax!

How to use a facial sauna correctly

Drink plenty of water: Ensure sufficient fluid intake on the day of using your facial sauna. A good facial sauna will make your skin perspire, and your body needs to be ready for it.
Cleanse your skin: Tie your hair up or keep it away from your face with a makeup headband. Clean your face, neck and décolletage thoroughly to remove foundation, oil and impurities using micellar water or another skin cleanser. You can also use a facial scrub to get rid of dead skin cells. Finally, wash any product residues off by rinsing properly with water.
Prepare the facial sauna: Fill the facial sauna with distilled water and prepare it for use as instructed by the manual. Tap water contains minerals and other substances which could not only be detrimental to your skin, but also cause sediments to build up in the machine over time.
Use the sauna: Keep your face about 30 cm from the steam source to prevent irritation. Close your eyes, relax and enjoy your home sauna! You can use the sauna for 10–15 minutes.
Wash your face: Your pores are now as open as possible, your skin is softened and cleansed. Rinse your face with lukewarm water to wash off perspiration along with all the impurities that were removed. Dry your skin. It is now perfectly prepared for further treatments.
Use a face mask: If you suffer from blackheads or clogged pores, use a detox mask which will remove impurities from your open pores. Or, go for a soothing sheet mask. You can skip this step if you wish, but if you do use face masks, this is a great time to maximise their benefits.
Use your everyday skin care products: Now it is time to provide your face with good hydration. You can use your favourite facial serum, but most importantly, don’t forget about a nourishing face cream. All the steam moisture will then be locked in the skin.

Facial sauna: How often should you use it?

If your skin is oily, you can use the facial sauna 2–3 times a week.
If you have normal, normal-to-dry, or combination skin you should use the facial sauna once a week.
If your skin is very dry or sensitive, sunburnt, eczematous or suffers from other issues, steam could irritate it. If this is the case but you would like to try the facial sauna anyway, make sure to take a break every 2 minutes to check how your skin is dealing with the steam.

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