Using Herbs for Facial Skin Care & Toners
Whether you call them facial herbs, facial teas, facial steams, or facial toning herbs, our organic Herbal Facial Teas are a great addition to your facial care regimen.
Herbal Facial Steams
Facial steaming is one of the oldest skincare rituals and an easy way to refresh skin when it feels dull or congested.
Warm, moist steam helps soften buildup so pores can be cleansed more easily, leaving the complexion feeling clean, supple, and renewed.
Basic Herbal Facial Steam Recipe:
- Place 3 to 4 tablespoons of herbs into the muslin bag
- Place the bag in a pot or heatproof bowl about 3 quart size
- Pour 2 quarts of boiling water over the herbal bag
- Cover and allow the herbs to steep for at least 10 minutes
How To Use:
- Wait a few minutes to allow the water to cool slightly--be sure the steam is not too hot
- Place a bowl on a heatproof surface where you can comfortably sit
- Holding your head 12 inches from the bowl, drape a large towel over the head and bowl to capture steaming herbal water
- Allow the steam to bathe your skin for a minute or two and then raise your head a bit and take a few breaths of fresh air
- Repeat the process for a maximum of 5 to 10 minutes
- If at any time it gets too hot under the towel, lift a corner to let in a little cool air
- As the herbs steep, the rising steam will open your pores and carry the aromatic herbal oils to your skin
- Splash face with cool water to close your pores and pat dry
- When finished, empty the bag and compost the herbs
- Rinse the muslin bag and allow it to dry
Facial TONER
A botanical toner is a simple, time-honored way to refresh skin after cleansing. Herbal infusions help sweep away residual impurities and leave the complexion feeling clean, balanced, and prepared for the moisturizer that follows.
Simple Herbal Facial Toner Recipe
- Fill a muslin bag with 1/4 cup of herbs
- Pour 1 cup of boiling water over the herbal bag
- Cover and steep for at least 10 minutes
- Allow to cool and remove herbs from the tea
How to Use:
- Use cotton balls or clean fingertips to apply the herbal facial toner after cleansing
- Some people prefer to pour it into a small spray bottle and spritz it on
- Our tea formula, alcohol-free and non-drying, does not need to be rinsed
- Extra tea will last about 7 days if refrigerated in a non-aluminum container
- When finished, empty the bag and compost the herbs
- Rinse the muslin bag and allow it to dry
Our herbal facial teas work beautifully on their own with water, but they can also be easily combined with simple skincare favorites like honey or apple cider vinegar — ingredients often already found in your kitchen.
To explore facial teas and toners in more detail, along with creative recipes, visit our blog: Using Herbs for Facial Skin Care & Toners
A Few Important Notes About Facial Steams:
Facial steams can be a comforting addition to a skincare ritual, but they aren’t suitable for everyone.
Those with cystic acne or rosacea should avoid steam, as heat can aggravate these conditions. People with eczema may also find that warmth and sweating increase irritation.
If your skin is extremely sensitive, damaged, or prone to broken capillaries, herbal steams may feel too stimulating and are best avoided unless recommended by a healthcare provider.
Individuals with health concerns such as asthma or heart conditions should consult a physician before using facial steams. And as with any new skincare product, those with sensitive or allergy-prone skin should always perform a patch test first.
Just as you wouldn’t linger too long in a steam room, facial steaming should be done in moderation. Pay attention to how your skin feels and adjust accordingly. If you ever feel lightheaded or uncomfortable during a steam, stop immediately.
Please note: If you have severe or cystic acne, heat may worsen the condition. Check with your doctor before using facial steaming. If steam is not appropriate for your skin, you can still enjoy the herbal infusion by using it as a toner instead.
For external use only.
For external use only!
