Yikes! It Looks Like Steaming Your Face Might be Terrible for Your Skin

 

Is face steaming bad for your skin? Well, it looks like it!

Who doesn’t love a good facial steam session? All that calming hot air goes over your face, you can feel your pores opening up and your skin starting to sweat. It’s a very relaxing feeling that a lot of us look forward to, especially at the spa.

Well, before you start booking your next spa treatment or boiling water for an at-home spa session, there’s something you should know. Amaka Tina, one of our faves when it comes to skincare, and a licensed aesthetician, has some facts for you. Yes, steaming has its perks, but there are some negative effects to steaming. From causing premature ageing to harming the skin’s collagen, you might need to sit down for this one.

Grab your notepads and maybe get your spa on the line. Let’s watch and find out if face steaming is bad for your skin!

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