vagianal steaming?

V steam baths, popularly dubbed the V-steam baths, aim to cleanse, detox and tone up your V lips, v walls, cervix and uterus. You sit over a pot or bowl of herbal infused steam that rises into the vagina. Although v steaming became popular in the recent years and is now being offered by some more progressive spas and holistic health clinics, this treatment is no novice to the world of health and beauty. While there is still no scientific evidence to support V-steam benefits, Yet the effectiveness of vaginal steams isn't limited to just eliminating cramps. Yoni steaming has been known by women throughout history to:

Significantly reduce discomfort, bloating and exhaustion associated with monthly cycles.

Decrease menstrual flow as well as reduce dark purple or brown blood at the onset or end of menses

Regulate irregular or absent menstrual cycles

Increase fertility, especially when combined with abdominal massage

Speed healing and tone the reproductive system after birth

Treat uterine fibroids, ovarian cysts, uterine weakness and uterine prolapse

Assist with the healing of hemorrhoids

Treat chronic vaginal/yeast infections, and maintain healthy odor

Relieve symptoms of menopause

V steaming (v detox) is all about using steam and a selection of herbs to cleanse the V area the concept might sound a bit alien or odd at first, but v steaming should be seen as a part of holistic body care that doesn’t neglect any part of your body. This technique has been compared to body detoxes and facial scrubs and is gaining popularity amongst women of all ages who perform it for different reasons.

V steam baths, popularly dubbed the V-steam baths, aim to cleanse, detox and tone up your V lips, v walls, cervix and uterus. You sit over a pot or bowl of herbal infused steam that rises into the vagina.

Although v steaming became popular in the recent years and is now being offered by some more progressive spas and holistic health clinics, this treatment is no novice to the world of health and beauty. While there is still no scientific evidence to support V-steam benefits, this age-old technique has been widely used by Korean women as stress and infertility remedy. It is now being rediscovered once again.

Health benefits of V-steam baths

Vaginal steaming is supposed to help in the treatment of the following conditions and problems according to traditional medicine:

·        Bladder and yeast infections

·        Vaginal cysts

·        Hemorrhoids

·        Infertility

·        Irregular and painful periods

·        Uterine fibroids

·        Perennial tears

·        Scarring from caesarian section

·        Recovery from hysterectomies and laparoscopies

Similar to other forms of steaming, vaginal steaming too helps with stress and anxiety reduction. If you just think about how you feel after taking a soothing herbal sauna, this last benefit rings true.

There is no hard scientific evidence to support the use of vaginal steam baths, yet many holistic and western practitioners are sympathetic to the practice. It is based on natural principles and it is now up to you to decide for yourself if it is something that you would like to try and could work for you. . It requires a bit of an open-mind, and then you’ll have your own experience to trust.

How does v steaming work?

Vaginal steaming increases blood circulation to the pelvis, bringing more oxygen to this part of the body and relaxing pelvic floor muscles. According to Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), it helps with the symptoms of coldness and stagnation in the body.

If you live in a vicinity of a spa that keeps up to date with the latest trends, you can try a vaginal steam bath there. Alternatively, you can do a DIY version at home, which will give you more privacy and will also save you some money.

What about men?

Men don’t need to feel completely left out. The practice is not exclusive to women,  men can do prostate steaming, which involves steaming of the perineum and is supposed to help with prostate health.

Whether you decide to try this practice or not, it’s always good to feel comfortable with your body, treat it with love and care and pay attention to its needs. V detox is just one way of doing that. Once the time has passed, remain wrapped in blankets and lie down in a warm bed for the night. The herbs will continue to work on your reproductive system as you sleep, and you'll wake up feeling healed and nurtured. Then, if you are like the countless other women who use the vaginal steam, you'll notice reduced cramping, lessened bloating, and more energy at the onset of your next period.