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the facial steam

rose and chamomile — the soft opening before the clay or the oil
the facial steam

rose petals and chamomile in steam, a towel over the head, eyes closed. the pause that opens the skin.

what you need

  • 1 tbsp dried rose petals + 1 tbsp chamomile (optional: a sprig of rosemary)
  • 1 litre boiling water in a bowl

the ritual

  1. pour the boiling water over the flowers in a bowl.
  2. towel over your head, eyes closed, 5–10 minutes.
  3. once a week, before the clay or the oil.
rhythm
once a week
before
the clay or the evening oil
makes
one steam
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