What exactly is vaginal steaming?
Let’s face it: the vagina endures a lot between menstruation, sexual intercourse, and childbirth. When fluctuating hormones and pelvic floor disorders are thrown into the equation, the vaginal area can be anything but comfy.
Vaginal steaming is an age-old natural therapy that is supposed to cleanse the vagina and uterus, regulate menstruation, and relieve cramping and bloating during periods. The approach has gained popularity after garnering high commendation on Gwyneth Paltrow’s website Goop.
But, other from providing a nice warmth below, does it work? Is it even secure? Continue reading to find out.
How is it supposed to function?
Herb-infused steam is directed into your vagina via vaginal steaming. Some elite spas provide the procedure at a steep charge. It is also possible to do it at home, however most doctors do not advocate it. The procedure is straightforward: simply sit or kneel over a container of herbal-infused steam.
Herbs that are frequently used alone or in combination include:
- mugwort
- wormwood
- calendula
- oregano
- chamomile
- basil
What are the claimed advantages?
V steaming is a natural therapy for cleaning the vagina, uterus, and reproductive tract whiie adding numerous benefits to the body. However, the alleged claims do not end there.
It also purportedly relieves:
- stress
- depression
- hemorrhoids
- hormone imbalances
- infertility
- headaches
- fatigue
- digestive problems