What's Working Right Now: How To Keep Your Skin Youthful & Hydrated Using Steam

By Jade M., New York Estheticians

Youthful Skin

Aging Skin

Wrinkles

Finelines

Hydration

If you're looking to keep your skin hydrated and youthful, a facial steamer is a must-have. Most people don't even know about facial steaming, but us estheticians do and it's often something we recommend; especially along side a facial routine.

The Benefits People Are Loving

As an esthetician, I often get asked "should I buy a facial steamer?" and "does a facial steamer actually work?"

In short, it does but if you use a facial steamer right. When you use it right, it'll be the holy grail to keep your skin youthful and hydrated.

It can reduce the appearance of wrinkles, fine lines, dull, dry and textured skin which are often big problems that women over 30 come to us looking for help with.

Luckily, if you're like me and barely have time, a facial steamer can do wonders.

What Are Other Experts Saying?

Joshua Zeichner, the director of cosmetic and clinical research at Mount Sinai Hospital in New York City, says "Facial steaming can help hydrate and soften the outer skin layer, helping against signs of aging. It helps to boost hydration, which means it has a soothing, smoothing effect, and it also boosts radiance."

What Are The Alternatives?

Botox can be a great and quick easy way to solve fine lines and wrinkles but most people that come to us don't want to use botox, instead they're looking for a completely natural way that works:

That's where facial steaming comes in. It's the next best alternative that's safe, natural and highly effective when done right.

How Does Facial Steaming Work?

Facial steaming isn't what you think it is. It's not just sitting your face over a boiling pot or opening up your pores in a hot shower.

There's a specific device called an 'ionic facial steamer' (and these are what the top spas use).

They produce steam that are 10x smaller than regular water molecules: these ultra-fine water molecules can penetrate into the smallest pores.

As a result your skin is able to lock in moisture and wash out the smallest impurities.

As a result of the result, this makes your skin more radiant, smooth and plump.

What Are Some Of The Benefits?

• Hydration. Facial steaming is like a hydration bomb for your face. It's super effective in curing dry and dull skin and ensuring it stays plump to fight wrinkles and texture.
• Increased Circulation. The warmth and sensation of the steam can help reduce stress and tension in the facial muscles, promoting a feeling of relaxation and a healthy glow. This makes facial steaming not only practical for skincare but also for self-care.
• Better Absorption. By opening the smallest pores, facial steaming helps skincare products penetrate deeper into the skin, maximizing the nourishment of serums, moisturizers, and other skincare treatments.

What Are People Saying?

"I had been researching steamers for quite some time because I wasn't having much luck with my facial regimen!

My biggest problem was how dry and dull my face looked and felt so.. When I saw YourEnvie's ad, something just clicked.

We hydrate our bodies with water, our skin covers our body. We have to hydrate our skin as well and what better way to do that than with water?!

Most facial steamers are too big or they're too cheap. I love this facial steamer because of the size, and you get the quality that you pay for.

It's convenient, I don't have to add anything to it, and it's a quick few minutes out of my day with immediate results!" - Holly

How To Use A Facial Steamer

To enjoy the most benefits for your skin from a facial steamer. Follow these steps: 

1. Prepare The Steamer: Fill the facial steamer's water storage with filtered water. Avoid using tap water to prevent mineral buildup in the steamer and on your skin.

2. Cleanse Your Face: Start with a clean face. Remove any makeup, or excess from your skin. Then pat your face dry.

3. Steam Your Face: Lean your face towards the steam until you feel the right balance of heat and moisture. Steam for 5 to 10 minutes and no longer.

4. Follow With Skincare: After steaming, pat your face dry with a clean towel. Follow up with your regular skincare routine, such as applying moisturizer, serum, toner, or a face mask.

Your skin will be more receptive to skincare products after steaming. It's perfect if you're not getting the ideal results from a facial, or you want to get the most out of a facial.

It's really that simple. Just 5 to 10 minutes for immediate results that compound overtime. It's definitely worth the investment.

What Facial Steamer To Use?

I recommend YourEnvie's facial steamer.

• Compactness. Most facial steamers are compact and quite ugly. YourEnvie's facial steamer is compact enough to fit on my sink, plus it looks stylish.
• Steam Power. Although YourEnvie's facial steamer is more compact, it's able to produce steam that engulfs your whole face. It's super relaxing and you can feel the tension melting away.
• Spa-Grade Technology.  YourEnvie's facial steamer actually features real ionic technology that produces nano-sized steam compared to the cheap listings on Amazon.
• Great Guarantee. They offer a 60-day money back guarantee, no question asked. This is super important when shopping around online.
• You Get What You Pay For. Although YourEnvie's facial steamer is on the pricier side, it's worth the investment to get real technology and quality that lasts, looks good and is actually something you'll use.

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