DIY Beauty | Steam Facial

Herbal Steam Facials are a Beauty Ritual I swear by! They’re super-easy, super-cheap + a great way to get the gunk out of your pores!

What You’ll Need

• Large Stainless Steal or Glass Mixing Bowl
• Large, Heavy Towel
• Timer
• 4 Cups Water
• 2-3 Tea Bags, Any Variety
• EVOO, Coconut Oil, Jojoba (pick one)
• 3 Tbsps. Witch Hazel (optional)
• Essential Oils (optional)

Tips

• Always use the highest quality of fresh, organic ingredients when possible
• Look for raw, pure, extra virgin + first cold pressed oils
• Add fresh herbs if available – if not, add some dried herbs from your spice rack
• Use a less-is-more approach if using strong essential oils like peppermint or eucalyptus, etc.
• Most materials + ingredients can be purchased at Mountain Rose Herbs or on Amazon
• This is a fab way to use up tea you weren’t crazy about drinking
• Set a kitchen timer or use your phone so you don’t have to watch the clock
• If it’s too hot, let it cool a bit
• Never use plastic, it can leach BPA + other harmful chemicals
• Steam may cause frizzy hair!

Instructions

1. Apply a thin layer of oil onto damp, clean skin
2. Prepare + steep a pot of hot tea following the instructions on the package
3. Let it cool for a minute or two so you don’t burn yourself
4. Add Witch Hazel + Essential Oils to the bowl
5. Add Tea + Tea Bags to the mixture to combine
6. Set the timer for 10-15 minutes
7. Create a Towel Tent over your head while leaning over the bowl, making sure to tuck in all sides
8. Relax
9. Wash your face as you normally would
10. Apply a final, thin layer of oil to seal the new moisture