The benefits of a sauna - how to properly steam in a sauna and choose a broom

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The bathhouse relaxes, revitalizes, relieves stress, and gives pleasant emotions. For many, this is a special type of relaxation, even a ritual. The benefits of a bath are enormous, especially if you know and follow the rules. Many lovers note that almost immediately after a steam bath they feel better. Under the influence of the correct ratio of temperature and humidity (ideal values for a steam room are 50-75 degrees and 45-65%), the human body is freed from accumulated toxins and waste, the skin is cleansed and saturated with oxygen, blood circulation and breathing are improved, and blood pressure is normalized. With regular visits to the bathhouse, many people experience chronic headaches, excess weight loss, vascular condition improves, breathing problems and chronic rhinitis disappear.

The benefits of a bathhouse increase many times over if it is combined with other procedures and practices: massage, hardening, the use of cosmetics, the use of herbal teas and infusions, and aromatherapy.

Massage - both regular and using brooms - has an extremely beneficial effect on the body. And in a bathhouse, where a person is as relaxed as possible and receptive to the effects, the benefits increase significantly! The pores open, the keratinized layer of the epidermis is removed, and blood circulation accelerates.

Many bathhouse lovers have a habit: after a steam room they jump into a pool or pond, and in winter - into the snow. This slightly extreme practice gives a lot of unforgettable emotions and brings tangible benefits: exposure to opposite temperatures activates metabolic processes, gives a burst of energy, strengthens the immune system, and normalizes the functioning of the endocrine system. It’s not for nothing that lovers of contrasting water procedures, after jumping into the snow after a steam room, declare: it’s like being born again!

A proper bath provides the greatest benefits:

- joints, cartilage and ligaments;

- respiratory organs;

- blood vessels and heart.

The benefits of baths for men and women

Regular steaming is recommended for both ladies and gentlemen - this is a good way to strengthen the cardiovascular system, because blood vessels dilate, blood circulation improves, and with it metabolic processes and cell nutrition. The number of leukocytes in the blood is normalized, therefore, resistance to colds and ailments in general increases.

Since ancient times, representatives of the fair half of humanity have used the steam room as an effective SPA procedure. After a bath, women look prettier: clean, glowing skin, reduced swelling, blush, measured, smooth movements. By increasing blood circulation, opening pores and removing the stratum corneum with the help of brooms, washcloths and scrubs, the effectiveness of all cosmetic products is greatly increased.

Excess weight and imperfections, which are commonly called “orange peel” or cellulite, are another problem that the habit of taking a steam bath can help you cope with. In a steam room, all processes in a woman’s body go faster, excess fluid is removed, fat deposits are removed, and due to the opening of pores and normalization of blood circulation, the appearance and tone are noticeably improved.

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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How to take a steam bath correctly

To get maximum benefit and pleasure from the steam room, remember a few important recommendations.

- On this day, do not indulge in fatty and salty foods.

— Before entering the steam room, take a warm shower. It will prepare you for high temperatures and give your body the opportunity to readjust.

— Try not to get your hair wet and protect your head with a special cap. This will protect you from heatstroke.

A visit to the bathhouse can be divided into several stages.

First approach.

Gently prepares the body for elevated temperatures and humidity.

Enter the steam room for 7-10 minutes. Soak the broom for later use. Sit on the bottom bunk, breathe, relax. Then you can go to bed. Move to higher shelves when your heartbeat increases, a blush appears on your cheeks, and perspiration appears. You should not stay in the steam room for more than 10 minutes for the first time.

Entering with a broom.

After a comfortable pause, return to the steam room. Lightly stroke your body from top to bottom. First, prepare the skin, warm it up a little, get the blood flowing. Lift the broom up and let it warm up properly with the steam accumulated under the ceiling. Now go over your entire body, alternating between patting and stroking. Try to make the sensations pleasant, do not overdo it with the force of the blows - this is the only way to get the benefit. Then lie down on the bench, rest a little, and then leave the steam room. You can repeat this approach 4-7 times. Do not stay in the steam room longer than 25 minutes.

Rest in between.

The breaks between sessions should be longer than the time spent in the steam room. Relax. Warm tea or herbal decoction, water, fruit juice will be beneficial. This is necessary to prevent dehydration. Before the last approach, you can use a hard mitten: rub your body thoroughly. For women, it's time to use masks.

Completion.

After the last entry into the steam room, go to the shower. You can wash your hair, use soap and a washcloth. Then apply creams and lotions to dry skin.

How a bath can help your skin

There are certain indications for visiting the sauna. In particular, due to the fact that when the temperature rises, toxins are removed through the skin, visiting a bathhouse will be useful if you have dermatoses. As a rule, a single stay in the sauna for 30-40 minutes is enough to get rid of itching.

Some experts even recommend the use of medications for external use while visiting the bathhouse. This is due to the fact that under the influence of high temperatures, the penetrating ability of the skin increases, it becomes more susceptible to the absorption of nutrients from the external environment.

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.

Which sauna is better?

If you are impressed by the effect of saunas and steam baths on the skin of your face and body, then you will have to make a choice where to go for wellness treatments this coming weekend. Today you can easily find the following steam room options :

Russian bath;
Turkish bath;
Finnish sauna.

What are their differences and features is a broad question that should be devoted to a separate article. And in this one I would just like to say which type of bath is best suited for which skin type:

Girls with dry and sensitive skin are better off choosing a Turkish bath - it is the most gentle in its effects.
For combination and oily skin, a dry Finnish sauna is ideal.
Well, our traditional Russian bathhouse will benefit everyone - the main thing is to adhere to the rules of visiting the steam room and not to abuse it.

Complete cleansing and rejuvenation will still not be achieved in one session. But if you visit a sauna or steam bath regularly, within a few months those around you will be begging you with envy for the secret of youth. And in response, you can sincerely and friendly advise everyone to go to the bathhouse.

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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.

Contraindications

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The steam room is dangerous for people with hypertension and other problems with the heart and blood vessels. Those who have severe chronic diseases should visit steam rooms with special caution: diabetes mellitus, kidney disease, a history of cancer, neurological pathologies. If you have health problems, visit the steam room only after consulting a doctor.

Contraindications are also considered inflammatory skin diseases, exacerbation of acne and rosacea, wounds and fresh scars. Refrain from visiting the steam room during the recovery period after aggressive cosmetic procedures that result in damage to the integrity of the skin: chemical peels, laser resurfacing, injections. If you plan to visit the steam room, check with your cosmetologist about the duration of the rehabilitation period in your case.

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!

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.