FAQs
How Does V-Steam Work?
A client sits on a sanitized custom-designed "V-Steam Throne" while enjoying a relaxing herbal steam treatment. The tissues of the vagina, and the anus, are especially porous and absorbent, and the warmth of the steam works to soften and open them. When the herbs are placed in hot water, their medicinal properties, including volatile oils, are released and carried to the surface of your skin and to the inside of the vagina, where they are absorbed into the bloodstream and ultimately into the uterus.
Who should get a V-Steam?
Luxe Yoni steaming is a wonderful opportunity to reconnect with your body and reignite your vibrance. We encourage most women to try a yoni steam! You will likely see great benefit to this ancient remedy if you suffer from irregular or painful periods, infertility, uterine fibroids, perennial tears, bladder and yeast infections, vaginal or ovarian cysts, hemorrhoids or scarring from C-sections, hysterectomies and laparoscopies. Yoni steaming is also recommended even if you are not experiencing any of the above, as it is a great way to soothe and pamper yourself and is known to relieve anxiety in women.
Who should NOT do a yoni steam?
First and most importantly, women who are pregnant, or think there is any possibility that they might be, should NOT do any type of yoni steam. Doing so may endanger the pregnancy, as many of the herbs used can alter hormone levels and can cause contractions of the uterus. For the same reason. Women who have any type of internal infection (cervical, uterine or ovarian inflammation), or a fever, are encouraged not to steam until the symptoms have passed. Women also should not steam while menstruating or when open sores or blisters are present.
Why should a yoni steam not be done during menstruation?
During menstruation, the uterus is in its natural process of shedding and releasing. Because this is already an intense, downward moving energy, the added stimulation of a yoni steam may cause heavy bleeding and excess material to flow out. For this reason, it is best to yoni steam on the weeks in which the uterus is in its more restful state.
Why should a yoni steam not be done during pregnancy?
Yoni steams encourage the uterine lining to shed any excess build-up each month. This is important to note because, in the case of pregnancy, the uterine lining is built up in order to create a nourishing haven for a fertilized egg and growing fetus. Therefore, anything that causes the uterus to contract and cleanse itself, such as a yoni steam, should be avoided so that the lining stays intact.
What herbs are typically used to steam and why?
Mugwort: In addition to fighting infection through its antibiotic and anti-fungal properties, mugwort balances female hormones and stimulates the production of hormones that help to maintain uterine health as well as protect the uterus from things such as ulcers and tumors. Mugwort steam opens the pores, allowing the beneficial herbs to penetrate into the blood stream. In addition, mugwort helps to stimulate menstrual discharge and ease cramping.
Rosemary: An aromatic and antimicrobial herb, rosemary treats bacterial infection, speeds wound healing, inhibits yeast growth, and stimulates menstruation.
Lavender: One of the most relaxing herbs we have, lavender supports healing, and it also promotes menstrual flow.
Yarrow: Astringent, tonifying and cleansing, yarrow is great for regulating menstrual flow, treating ovarian cysts and supporting overall uterine health.
Motherwort: Astringent, tonifying and cleansing, motherwort strengthens and relaxes uterine muscles, eases uterine cramping, and may help treat uterine fibroids. Motherwort stimulates uterine tone and blood flow.
Calendula: Aids in healing of scar tissue, vaginal tears, or hemorrhoids.
Rose Petals: A relaxing, uplifting and astringent herb that is wonderful for pampering.
Does yoni steaming really work?
There will always be those who doubt remedies that are not proven by modern science. However, yoni steaming is a remedy that has stood the test of time. For generations, women have shared their success stories with one another, and are only now beginning to share them with the world.
How often can I do a yoni steam?
As part of an overall self-care regime, we recommend that women steam two to three times per month, always during weeks in which you are not menstruating. Women who suffer from pain, bloating or exhaustion during menstruation should steam two to three times within the week before menstruation. Women who are experiencing fertility challenges should steam once per week, and maybe twice during pre-ovulation, to make sure that the tissue is moist and that the cervical fluids are clear and copious. They should expect to steam for three months before seeing results. For the postpartum, a yoni steam may be done three times per week for four weeks to facilitate healing and toning of the uterus and vagina (please be sure there are no open wounds and that you are no longer bleeding). Women who are experiencing or who have passed menopause should steam at least three times per year for maintenance, but may steam more often if it feels right. If your challenges are chronic, you may want to steam up to three times per week to ensure the greatest results.
How long after birth should I wait to steam?
We recommend waiting until you are no longer bleeding before doing a yoni steam. Spotting, with dark colored blood, is okay. Obviously, in cases of extreme bleeding or hemorrhaging, a yoni steam would be contraindicated. There is not a point at which it is too late, as you will receive the benefits any time you decide to steam. Women who choose to do their first steam 4 or more months after giving birth often report getting their first cycle, even while still breastfeeding. Postpartum steaming has also shown to resolve complications such as hemorrhoids, postpartum contractions, infections, painful stitches, constipation, urinary incontinence, prolapse, extended lochia and water retention.
Does a yoni steam help with infections?
Urgent Care Matters such as: Yeast Infections, Bacterial Vaginosis, UTI's, painful sex, lack of sexual arousal, decrease in intimacy, and bladder control to name just a few are all considered womb disorders. Special herbs like Lavender and Mugwort ( antiseptic to the vaginal tissues) are administered according to each women's individual needs. Email support is available if you have additional questions email us at Luxeyonilounge@gmail.com
How do you handle cleaning and disinfecting?
Before and after a session and again after close of business we always heavily disinfect. After each steam our seats are sprayed with a strong disinfecting solutions before a being wiped down with clorox .
Our Seat Pads and yoni seats are sprayed and disinfected twice and left to air dry.
The hot pot Is sprayed and wiped twice with our apple cider vinegar disinfecting mixture along with the seat base and left to air dry. We take high priority care in the maintenance of our steam sauna equipment.
How can men benefit from a steam?
Our Joni Steam for men addresses the health of the Prostate and Penis. An effective and natural way to decongest and support prostate health while nourishing and strengthening the pelvic area. Steam for men is invigorating and detoxifying. The warm healing steam helps to move the blood which aids in the circulation of blood and the five systems of flow in the pelvic bowl and systemically throughout the entire body.
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Benefits include: -Improve circulation to the genitals -Tighten and tone scrotum skin -Balance hormones and PH -Increase motility + boost sex drive -Prevents passing Bacteria Vaginosis (BV) back and forth between partners. -Ease Discomfort of Hemorrhoids • Rids penis of foreign microorganisms • Rids penis of foul odor • Assists in overall penile health • Flushes penis • Enhances libido • Clears mucous membrane of foreign microorganisms •Assists in Penile skin health