Hint: Your skin will thank you.
We’ve all heard that steam opens our pores, but what does that really mean?
Steam Room vs. Sauna: Whats the Difference?
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Well, yes, but the difference lies in thetypeof heat that saunas and steam rooms create.
Steam opens the skins pores and clears out any congestion, explains Critchley.
Have you ever noticed that warm and healthy glow when you step out of the steam room?
Thats because hot steam therapy increases peripheral blood flow, thereby improving your overall skin complexion.
Critchley also notes, Steam rooms and sauna therapy have been used for centuries as a sanctuary of relaxation.
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