DIY Vaginal Steam with Chinese Herbs
As women, our vaginas withstand a lot. Between menstruation, sexual intercourse, childbirth, and changing hormones, it’s normal to have discomfort now and then. The typical rule of thumb is to leave your vagina be - since it has self-cleaning secretions and using soap could disrupt the pH level. But sometimes, a little reset is just what we need down there. Vaginal steaming has been around for hundreds of years, but only recently became a more popular self-care practice. So does how does it work? Keep reading to learn more about this DIY Chinese medicine hack.
A guide to DIY vaginal steaming
Mix one cup of your herb of choice with water and put the mixture into a steamer, then squat over the steamer for 20-60 minutes. Herbs most often used in vaginal steaming include:
Mugwort
Wormwood
Chamomile
Calendula
Basil
Oregano
Benefits of vaginal steaming
Naturally clean vagina, uterus, and entire reproductive tract
Increased blood flow in the vagina from the moist heat
Stress relieving
Reduces depression
Fights against infections
Helps with infertility issues
Balance hormones
Please keep in mind, this isn’t recommended for pregnant women. Remember that the vagina is a delicate area so always listen to your body carefully when trying this practice for yourself. Consult with our holistic health practitioners at Magnolia Wellness if you have any questions or would like to purchase any of the recommended herbs used for vaginal steaming.
For more on Vaginal Steaming, click to read our post about Vaginal Steaming 101.
1 McDermott, A. (2020, September 18). Everything You Need to Know About Vaginal Steaming. Retrieved December 15, 2020, from https://www.healthline.com/health/womens-health/vaginal-steaming#safety