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How to Have a Swedish Facial Sauna at Home

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Have a Swedish Facial Sauna at Home
Have a Swedish Facial Sauna at Home

The Swedish facial sauna has been used by European women for centuries. Simple to prepare and easy to do, spa sounding method is an extremely effective treatment against blackheads, pimples and acne while thoroughly cleansing and rejuvenating the skin. The results: soft and beautifully glowing skin.

Difficulty: Easy
Instructions

Things You'll Need:

  • 1 tbsp. of your favorite herbs: peppermint, anise, camomile OR
  • pine needles or birch leaves
  • pot of boiling water
  1. Step 1

    Put herbs in a large pot of water and bring to boil. Remove the pot from the burner and let cool for a few minutes as the temperature of the steam reaches a comfortable level.

  2. Step 2

    Place your head over the water so that your skin will feel comfortably warm, not too hot.

  3. Step 3

    Cover your head with a big towel and steam your face for five minutes; turning your face so that each side is steamed. Rinse your face with cool water.

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on 7/8/2008 use to use the Swedish product Swiss, anybody know what I'm talking about? Actually forgot about that until now. Good for cleasening pores, over tada- a pot of hot water! The ingredients are similiar to what you are sharing with us today. As for all of your facial care solutions in your articles, I love who you tell us how to just make for ourselves Ta-Da another fine home care remedy. Thanks for sharing.

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