Increasing Blood Flow To Collagen Levels, Four Ways Steam Benefits Our Skin – News18

Popularity of the DIY skin treatments is on the rise with easier access to expert tips. Facial steam is one of the popular procedures among those skin treatments. According to experts, facial steam is vital, to get soft and glowing skin. It also helps in the deep cleansing of your face. It is because the steam automatically opens the pores of the skin, helps to clean it and improves the skin cells as well.

The facial steam slows down the process of ageing and makes the face glow. This article describes the other benefits that facial steam can provide to the skin.

1. It increases the blood flow in the skin- The combination of warm steam and an increase in perspiration widens your blood vessels and increases circulation. This boost of blood flow nourishes your skin and delivers oxygen.

2. Softens blackheads and whiteheads- Steam helps in removing the blackheads and whiteheads caused by the clogged pores. You need to apply a gentle scrub on the face and then do a massage after the steam to remove the blackheads and softheads. It also helps in removing the dead skin cells.

3. Reduces acne problem: Steam allows the skin to absorb acne medications and other skin ointments more effectively. After receiving steam, your skin softens, making anything you apply more effective.

4. Increases collagen levels: Steam moisturises your skin, promoting collagen production, reducing wrinkles, and improving skin elasticity. Collagen is a structural protein that helps in replenishing the damaged or dead skin bringing back the natural glow. Taking steam for 5 minutes before a facial increases the collagen levels in the skin.

Steaming also has its share of disadvantages if taken for a long time or in an excessive quantity on the face. These disadvantages are-

1. A red rash occurs on the face. It typically looks like a small clear, white, or red bump on your skin

2. A burn hazard occurs.

3. The risk of eczema, psoriasis, and other inflammatory diseases on the skin increases. These problems again cause red and itchy patches on the skin.

4. Dry skin is another consequence of consuming excessive steam.