In this post, we are going to guide you through the process of safely conducting your own DIY yoni steam, at home, with your own herbal blend. You will find that many of these herbs you already have in your pantry. Others you can skip or buy online for a future steam.
What Is Yoni Steaming?
Yoni steams are a powerful and calming method used to promote reproductive health and postpartum healing. Yoni steams help to restore the yonis natural ph balance to help the body freely cleanse the vaginal and uterine linings safely and gently.
The heat from the steam infused with all of the beneficial properties from the herbs helps to nourish and tone the yoni, birth canal, and uterine tissues.
The steam also improves circulation aids in alleviating symptoms caused by build-up in these tissues. In addition to promoting healing, having a postpartum yoni steam helps you regain your natural moisture which often goes missing while breatfeeding!
Steaming your yoni is a highly beneficial element in any woman’s self-care routine, particularly for postpartum mothers hoping to speed up their healing process.
Yoni steaming is an age-old and natural remedy, which has been helping women for centuries to enhance fertility, improve sexual health, balance hormones, or regulate their menstrual cycle.
It is also a very spiritual practice, as many women find that yoni steaming also cleanses their root chakra and any bad energies which may be associated with it from previous partners.
Herbs For Yoni Steaming At Home
You can use all of these herbs in your DIY blend or just a handful. Which herbs you use is entirely up to you and your yoni steaming aims. It will also come to what is available, as many of these herbs you may already have and may not want to wait to start your first steam.
Himalayan Pink Salt
Himilayan pink salt is the best salt to use during your DIY yoni steam!
Himalayan pink salt has physical, chemical, and energetic properties that help to energetically purify the body. It is called “pink” for its reddish color imparted by extreme heat during its formation more than 250 million years ago.
This process produces 84 minerals, elements, and trace elements that are essential for optimal health. Using pink salt in the form of a yoni steam helps to detox your womb and clear any stagnant energies from previous partners.
Ginger
Ginger has many health benefits including aiding in digestion, nausea relief, headache relief, and pain relief. The antioxidants in ginger promote cellular health by destroying free radicals that can cause rapid cell aging.
These same antioxidant properties are what makes ginger a powerful ingredient in DIY yoni cleansing.
Rosemary
The topical healing benefits of rosemary are numerous. Rosemary essential oil is anti-inflammatory, analgesic, antiseptic, and antibacterial. It is also a natural tissue regenerator. All of these properties make rosemary a valuable addition to any first-aid kit.
Rosemary oil can be used to treat cuts, bruises, and burns. It is also effective in clearing up skin infections and speeding the healing of wounds. In addition, rosemary oil can be used as a massage oil to relieve muscle pain and tension headaches.
Lavender
Lavender has been traditionally used for its healing properties for centuries. It is a natural antiseptic, which makes it effective in treating skin conditions such as acne, eczema, and psoriasis.
Lavender oil is also a great natural analgesic, meaning it helps to relieve pain. This is why lavender oil is often used to help treat headaches, muscle aches and cramps.
Additionally, lavender oil is known to be helpful in alleviating stress and anxiety. When used topically or inhaled, lavender oil can help to soothe the mind and promote relaxation.
Sage
Sage is a great herb to use for healing because it has anti-inflammatory, antibacterial, and antiseptic properties. It’s been used for centuries to help heal wounds, scrapes, and other skin irritations.
Sage can be applied in several ways depending on the wound or irritation. For example, you can make a poultice by crushing fresh sage leaves and applying them directly to the skin, or you can make an infusion by soaking dried sage leaves in water overnight.
You can also purchase sage essential oil, which is very concentrated and should be diluted with a carrier oil before use.
Thyme
Topical thyme has many benefits, including:
– Soothing skin irritations such as psoriasis, eczema, and dermatitis
-Preventing and treating acne
-Killing fungus and bacteria
-Reducing inflammation
-Eliminating lice and head lice
-Preventing athlete’s foot
-Treating ringworm
-Alleviating toothache pain
Thyme is also a rich source of antioxidants, which help to protect the skin from damage caused by free radicals. Thyme oil is especially beneficial for topical use, as it contains a high concentration of thymol, the active ingredient that provides all of these benefits.
Rose Petal
The topical healing benefits of rose petal include improved complexion, diminished signs of aging, and enhanced skin health.
Rose petals are high in Vitamin C and other antioxidants which help to improve the appearance of skin by fighting off free radicals that can damage the skin.
Additionally, the anti-inflammatory properties of rose petal can help to soothe inflamed skin and reduce the appearance of blemishes.
Yarrow
Yarrow is a natural anti-inflammatory and can be applied topically to help heal bruises, cuts, and other types of wounds. It is also a natural astringent, meaning it helps to tighten and tone skin tissue.
This makes yarrow an excellent choice for treating skin conditions such as acne, psoriasis, or eczema. Additionally, yarrow extract has been shown to have antimicrobial properties, making it effective against bacteria, viruses, and fungi.
Motherwort
Topical use of motherwort may help to heal wounds and bruises. Motherwort is a source of tannins, which are astringent and have been shown to promote healing.
Additionally, motherwort has been shown to have anti-inflammatory and analgesic properties, which could also help to promote healing.
Motherwort oil can be made by infusing the herb in olive oil or another carrier oil. The infused oil can then be applied topically as needed to help heal wounds and bruises.
Parsley
Parsley is high in antioxidants like vitamin E, beta-carotene, flavonoids in large amounts which makes it an excellent anti-inflammatory agent for fighting sickness or ailments related to general sluggishness due to oxidation of internal cells from too many toxins buildup.
