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Marie Claire
Marie Claire
Lifestyle
Matilda Stanley

I swear by this age-old technique to perk up dull, dry and tired skin—it leaves me with serious *glow*

A model with a very wet and shiny face.

Facial steaming has been used for centuries to cleanse and soothe skin. In fact, steam has been known for its health benefits as far back as Roman times, and it's still very much trusted today.

The straightforward technique simply involves putting your face over steaming hot water. The warm temperatures open pores to help release dirt, grime and excess oils, and the cloud of water works wonders to hydrate and soften your skin. On top of that, the heated mist can boost circulation, ease congestion and it feels very calming to boot.

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