The bathhouse is an ideal place for skincare treatments, because the temperature contrast and humidity help open and cleanse pores, increase the elasticity of the skin and stimulate blood flow, which saturates the skin with oxygen.
Knowing all the intricacies of skin care in a bathhouse, you can save a decent amount of money on beauty treatments in expensive beauty salons. However, it is not always possible to rub your face with peelings, use scrubs and apply masks, because... Not all products in the steam room are equally useful.
In this article we will look at how humidity and air temperature regulate skin care rules, which care products will be useful and which ones should not be used.
Skin care in the bath
In the bathhouse and steam room itself, you don’t need to do anything special to the skin. Well, besides cleansing (you can use your daily cleanser) and steaming with a broom:
- birch soothes the skin;
- oak makes it smooth and elastic;
- eucalyptus is good for health, etc.
In addition, it is useful to pour some essential oils onto the stones in the steam room:
- lemon, mint and grapefruit oil are perfect for oily skin;
- lemon, bergamot and grapefruit oil are suitable for combating cellulite, have an antiseptic effect and improve lymph flow;
- hop essential oil will help remove redness and inflammation from dry skin;
- sage oil strengthens skin immunity;
- rosemary and wormwood oils fight wrinkles;
- Rose oil enhances the restoration of the dermis and stabilizes the activity of the sebaceous glands.
After steaming, be sure to wash yourself with a hard washcloth, you can apply a mask to your face, and a vasoconstrictor to your body.
It is strictly not recommended to use salt and honey peels in a steam room; this can injure the skin and cause irritation.
About the benefits and human skin
- The bath effectively influences metabolic processes in the body, enhances water-salt secretions and processes of the immune system, and has a positive effect on the formation of vitamins.
- Has a pronounced cosmetic effect. It has a positive effect on skin pigmentation, the degree of greasiness and moisture. Pink skin color has long been considered a sign of good health, which is due to good blood supply.
- People with chronic furunculosis will also benefit from the bath.
- Weight loss
- Harmful substances are removed from the body along with toxins.
Indications for use of the bath
- Eczema
- Atopic dermatitis
- Pruritus
- Hives
- Psoriasis
- Ichthyosis
- Allergic or drug rash.
Contraindications for use
- Prurigo in cancer
- Psoriasis in the acute stage
- Newly formed rashes
- If there is a purulent rash
- Skin viral diseases
- Sexually transmitted diseases
- Skin tumors
- Precancerous diseases
- Lupus
- All acute diseases
- Pemphigus
Skin care in the sauna
In the sauna, many people try to properly steam the skin to open the pores, and then apply a nourishing cream. However, in this way you increase the production of sebum and in return you only get a red, shiny face, and you can also get vascular injury.
Before going to the sauna, it is recommended to wash and shower. You should not use cosmetics in the sauna itself; afterward, you can use a soft scrub or peeling, so your skin will be smooth and soft, and then apply moisturizer to your body.
Deep cleansing in the form of peelings and scrubs is done on pre-steamed skin. It is best to prepare a scrub yourself, from natural ingredients in accordance with your skin type. Below are several recipes.
Scrub for oily skin: coffee grounds in combination with fermented milk products (for example, low-fat yogurt) perfectly remove oily shine, the skin becomes elastic and matte.
Slimming scrub: dilute coffee grounds with olive oil and add a few drops of citrus essential oil. This promotes fat burning.
Scrubs for dry skin:
- Mix coffee grounds with olive oil, add a few drops of vitamin E. Apply the composition to problem areas, gently rubbing, and leave for 10-15 minutes.
- Mix olive oil, full-fat milk and chopped oatmeal in equal proportions. Leave the mixture for 20 minutes, then add the juice of ½ lemon and stir. Apply the scrub to your body for 10 minutes.
Scrubs for normal skin:
- Mix homemade cottage cheese, olive oil, pineapple pulp in equal proportions and add your favorite essential oil. The composition should be applied to a warm body for 15 minutes.
- Dissolve honey in warm water, add finely ground salt and a pinch of mustard. Mix all ingredients thoroughly and add a few drops of rose oil. Rub the scrub over your body for 10 minutes.
After the scrub, take a shower and let your body dry naturally. Your skin will be smooth and velvety.
Benefits for the respiratory tract
The bathhouse cleanses the lungs and bronchi very well. Excess mucous substances are removed from them, as a result of which breathing becomes much calmer and more balanced.
Where to order the construction of a bathhouse?
Our company Wood-Brus is engaged in the construction of bathhouses in Moscow on a turnkey basis, on a shrinkage basis and using “frame technology” from the Vologda forest (spruce and pine - 50/50). Our production, located in Ustyuzhna, allows us to set competitive prices for services. If you wish, you can purchase a standard version of the project or order an individual solution. The exact cost of work in an individual case can be found out from our consultants. If you choose standard options, then you can look at their cost in the corresponding catalog presented on our website. Contact us and enjoy the final result!
Skin care in hamam
The hammam is characterized by an air temperature of around 45 degrees and very high humidity. This climate is considered ideal for caring for the skin of the face and body. In the hammam you can use peelings, scrubs made from coffee grounds or fine sea salt. And then apply any masks and creams to the skin, depending on the purpose and your skin type.
It’s also better to prepare masks yourself, because skin care made from natural products prolongs youth and beauty. After deep cleansing, a moisturizing or nourishing mask is what you need to restore the structure of the dermis and saturate it with nutrients.
The composition of the mask should be selected depending on your skin type and the desired effect. The effectiveness of the procedure depends on the correct combination of components.
Important: you don’t need to apply a mask in the steam room itself, because... when the skin sweats, the mask will have no effect, and all your efforts will be in vain.
Let's look at some popular recipes for homemade masks:
- Carrot-apple mask is suitable for oily skin. Take 1 carrot and 1 apple, wash them thoroughly, grate them and mix thoroughly. Apply to face for 20 minutes. It is best to remove the mask with a swab soaked in a decoction of yarrow and chamomile.
- The curd mask is great for dry and normal skin. Stir 2 tbsp. cottage cheese and 1 tbsp. sea buckthorn oil, apply the mixture to your face in an even layer for 20 minutes, and then rinse with warm water.
- Potato mask is intended for dry skin. Boil 1 potato in its skin, peel it and mash it. Add 1 tsp. sour cream or olive oil. Apply to skin for 15 minutes and then rinse with warm water.
- Honey mask is suitable for aging skin. Mix 2 tbsp. honey and olive oil, place in a steam bath until a homogeneous consistency is obtained. Apply the prepared mask to your face for 30 minutes and then rinse with warm water.
- Anti-cellulite mask promotes skin elasticity and effectively fights orange peel. Dilute honey with warm full-fat milk, add a few drops of citrus oil and a pinch of cinnamon. Apply the mask to problem areas with active movements, massaging the body. After 15 minutes, rinse off the composition.
Regular bath treatments will provide you with tightened and healthy skin. Come to the Vereshchaginskaya bathhouse to maintain your health, beauty and just have a pleasant time!
Conclusions and recommendations
Human skin surface
We can talk a lot more about the benefits of a bath for human skin and how it affects his health. We all experienced a feeling of lightness and relaxation after visiting the bathhouse. Under its influence, a person’s emotional state improves, physical fatigue is relieved and appetite increases. Sleep becomes sound and healthy. The condition of our skin after bath procedures, along with other vital systems of the body, are the “culprits” in this.
The sauna is an excellent means for losing weight. In one visit, you can lose from 0.5 to 1.0 kilograms of weight. A feature of our body is rapid weight restoration. Therefore, it is better to refrain from drinking copious amounts of drinks for two hours after the bath. Many avid steamers claim that if you drink heavily before and during the bath, this will lead to increased sweating. In fact, this will put additional stress on the kidneys and other organs. Excessive sweating occurs under the influence of high temperature and physical impact on the skin, which increases blood flow, which brings fluid to the pores.
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Types of masks and application rules
Depending on your skin type, masks are divided into:
- for dry and normal skin with oils, honey, kefir, sour cream, etc.;
- for oily ones with coffee, salt, etc.
According to the properties and purpose of the mask, there are:
- anti-cellulite and firming with honey, coffee, salt;
- with a scrubbing effect with salt and oatmeal;
- moisturizing and toning with cream, sour cream, etc.;
- diaphoretics with salt. They are used for those who want to lose weight and remove excess fluid from the body.
Basic rules for applying any mask in a bath:
- You should not use masks in the steam room . The skin gives off moisture and becomes covered in sweat. This will not allow the components of the product to fully affect it. The mask will drain before it has time to take effect;
- Apply between trips to the steam room . A rest period of 15-20 minutes between visits to the steam room is enough to use a mask. This is the ideal period for applying the product, since the skin is already steamed after the first visit;
- preparing the mask immediately before use . Some components dissolve quickly, which reduces the effectiveness of the product.
Attention! Sweat masks are applied immediately before visiting the steam room.
Questions
Is it possible to prepare a mask in advance?
Any product, especially one containing salt, soda, or coffee, is prepared immediately before use. Otherwise, the effect will be incomplete.
Is it possible to prepare a scrub and mask at the same time?
The product with coffee, salt, and bran can be used as a scrub, and then left on the skin as a mask. It will cleanse the skin and give it elasticity and softness.
Can bath masks be used in the bathroom and vice versa?
Yes, the products can be used in the bathroom, but in the bath the effect will be more pronounced due to the impact on the pores of high humidity and temperature.
How do you know which mask is right?
It is necessary to rule out allergies to components by conducting a test or personal experience. You should rely on your skin type and recommendations for each composition.
How to enhance the effect of using a mask in a bath?
Regular and correct use is the key to success in body care.
Using masks is a proven way to improve the condition of the skin, give it a healthy look, and get rid of problems. Carrying out body care procedures in a bathhouse increases their effectiveness and cannot be compared with any other care.
Steam room accessories
If you go to a Russian bathhouse, where boiling water is poured onto the stones to intensify the steam, find out if there is a tub and a ladle for the steam room. They are usually made from oak, which has a dense wood structure and almost does not absorb moisture. You can also take a hard mitten with you to rub your skin.
How to choose a broom for a bath
Professionals and experienced hobbyists know that different plants have different effects on well-being. But each brings benefits.
- Birch. One of the most popular options. It has an anti-inflammatory, disinfecting, antimicrobial effect. Useful for smokers and anyone who suffers from lung problems.
— Oak. Cleanses and soothes the skin, eliminates sweating.
- Linden. A good anti-cold remedy. Linden essential oils relax, improve sleep, and relieve migraines.
- Bird cherry. It has a slight wound-healing effect, and its soft branches and leaves give comfort and tenderness, which women appreciate.
- Juniper. Calms the nervous system, relaxes, helps with runny nose and cough.
- Fir. Removes excess fluid and also has a mild anti-inflammatory and sedative effect.
Where in Valdai you can relax and take a steam bath
Come to the country club "Hunter's Shelter"! With us you can stay in cozy houses surrounded by dense forest, enjoy pristine nature, silence and clean air. And the main thing is to receive incomparable benefits and pleasure by visiting a real Russian bathhouse. A wood-burning stove, aromatic herbal tea, pine and birch brooms, which we prepare for guests with love and skill - all this and much more is at your service at our base.
Call or write to us to reserve a house and choose the time for which we will heat the bathhouse.
