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Rant: I had to choose between a $300 facial steamer and a $80 one for my new spot
Went with the cheaper one because I'm just starting out, and honestly, the mist is too weak for a proper extraction. Anyone have a solid mid-range brand they actually trust?
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seth_singh2013h ago
Is a fancy steamer really that important? I've seen people do extractions with just a hot washcloth (it works fine). Nancyj11 is right about the weak mist, but I'm not sold that you need some high-tech machine. My old $40 one from the drugstore got my face plenty steamy for blackheads. It feels like another thing we're told we need to buy.
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nancyj1114h ago
That cheap steamer mist is basically just warm breath in a jar. My sister had one that couldn't even fog up a bathroom mirror. You need something with a real pump, not just a heated cup of water. Look for ones that list PSI or talk about a fine, pressurized mist. The difference in getting your pores ready is huge.
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