Herbal Sinus Steam Mix Recipe

by Sue Sierralupe

Herbal steams are an easy way to unblock sinuses and open pores. If you're interested in other Herbal Steam/Facial Spa recipes, see The Practical Herbalist Remedies section.This is when organic ingredients are truly best. Pesticides reside on the surface of plants which would transfer to the steam, so avoid non-organic herbs all around and especially if you're immune system is compromised by illness, stress, or allergies.

To view the procedure for doing an herbal steam, see The Practical Herbalist's Herbal How-To section.

For more information on how to ease sinus conditions holistically, see PH's Herbal Treatment for Sinus Infections.

Ingredients for an Herbal Sinus Steam Mix

• 3 cups dried yarrow
• 2 cups dried eucalyptus leaf
• 1 cup dried rosemary

Equipment for an Herbal Sinus Steam Mix

• 1 mixing bowl
• 1 spoon
• a sealable 2 quart container
• a label

A Procedure for Making an Herbal Sinus Steam Mix

1. Pour the herbs into the mixing bowl and gently stir with a spoon. Try not to break up the plant parts since this will release the essential oils.
2. Pour the mix into a resealable container.
3. Label the container with the name of the mix, ingredients and date mixed.

Storage of Sinus Steam Mix