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Steam baths utilize aromatherapy. Aromatherapy is involves inhaling the scents produced by essential oils or dried herbs that are infused in steam baths. Steam baths also promote sweating which cleanses the body of toxins. Steam baths relax the body system for later optimum functionality. Steam baths also help in soothing chest infections and decongesting a blocked respiratory system.
Steam baths are good in overcoming any symptoms of acne, treating dry and chapped skin, reducing skin irritations, treating eczema, relieving muscular pain and tension; steam also helps in reducing phlegm buildup, managing coughs, managing bronchitis and Asthma breathing difficulties.
Essential Oils and Herbs used in steam Baths
Some common herbs used in steam baths include:
1. Eucalyptus
2. Lemon oil
3. Pine
4. Chamomile
5. Sage
6. Lavender
7. Juniper
8. Peppermint/Mint
9. Birch
10. Sandalwood
11. Tea Tree oils
12. Evening primrose oil
•Eucalyptus
This herb is useful for opening up the chest Airways. It helps to alleviate the symptoms of common colds, sore throats, and coughs.
•Lemon Oil
The antidepressants in this oil ensure good moods and a relaxed mental state is achieved after a steam bath. Lemon oil is also a tonic and anti-inflammatory oil. Lemon herb is also an excellent detoxifier and body cleanser.
•Pine
The smell of natural forests is relaxing, and pine oil achieves this state. An individual feels refreshed and calm. Pine scent is perfect for combating respiratory infections and for promoting better breathing.
•Chamomile
This essential oil or dried herb is useful for the treatment of any skin infections. It is also a remedy for sunburns.
•Sage
Sage acts as a deodorant. It gets rid of body odor. It reduces excessive perspiration. Sage is useful for the treatment of inflammation. Sage has antioxidant properties. Hence it prevents aging effects on the skin. Consistent steam baths infused with sage is cosmetic.
•Lavender
Lavender aids sleeping. It has sedative properties. Lavender is applied on bruises, and it is also used to clean cuts. It also soothes skin irritations. It promotes healing for skin issues when infused in steam baths.
•Juniper
Juniper oils have diuretic properties. Juniper encourages the expulsion of urine from the body. Salt and excessive water are eliminated from the body through the removal of increased urine.
•Peppermint
If you need nausea relief, try peppermint infused steam baths. Peppermint also cures headaches, soothes stomach aches and reduces fevers. Peppermint herbs calm the nervous system and reduce physical aches. The calming effects mild emotional responses.
Peppermint has anti- inflammatory properties that reduce arthritic pain.
•Birch
This herb is known to reduce bouts of depression, disinfect and relieve pain. It also has calming effects.
•Sandalwood
For that calm after a stress filled day, use sandalwood oil.
•Tea Tree Oils
This oil treats skin conditions. It has antiseptic properties.
•Evening Primrose oil
Another great anti-aging natural herb is evening primrose. Its oil is excellent for ingestion and topical application such as for use in steam baths. It helps to firm skin, reduce skin roughness and make skin resistant to the strain effects of fatigue.