Why it doesn't open my pores? I have never done a steaming at home, since I have a lot clogged pores (oil in the pores), so I thought this will help
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I use it on top of a monthly facial. If you go to an aesthecian she uses steam but at a stronger speed and longer time. The nano is pretty good, you can do 2/3 circle since it lasts only 5 minutes. Do not put your face too close, it will not help.
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Well they did sound so goo that I bought it. I wrote a review when I had tried it only twice. I tried it a third time and I still think it is a bit strong for my delicate skin. The grains are a bit coarse. My pores are large so when I use it it almost looks like I have black heads. They don't go away till the day after and I have to use more warm water and a rough clean it with a towel. I don't see how people were getting those amazing results from a few uses either. If your skin is not as delicate as mine and you have tight pores then trie it. It is all I can say because it is not bad. Best of luck Well they did sound so goo that I bought it. I wrote a review when I had tried it only twice. I tried it a third time and I still think it is a bit strong for my delicate skin. The grains are a bit coarse. My pores are large so when I use it it almost looks like I have black heads. They don't go away till the day after and I have to use more warm water and a rough clean it with a towel. I don't see how people were getting those amazing results from a few uses either. If your skin is not as delicate as mine and you have tight pores then trie it. It is all I can say because it is not bad.... » Read More Well they did sound so goo that I bought it. I wrote a review when I had tried it only twice. I tried it a third time and I still think it is a bit strong for my delicate skin. The grains are a bit coarse. My pores are large so when I use it it almost looks like I have black heads. They don't go away till the day after and I have to use more warm water and a rough clean it with a towel. I don't see how people were getting those amazing results from a few uses either. If your skin is not as delicate as mine and you have tight pores then trie it. It is all I can say because it is not bad. Best of luck « Show Less
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Personally, I've not experienced any breakouts. It doesn't seem to clog pores, as a matter of fact I do believe it has actually tightened my pores if anything. I am sure the manufacturer can best answer this question.
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Yes, I added orange oil. Smells great. But the oil is clogging up the filter...so I am not getting as much steam. I switched to a clean filter and its working fine again...so I guess I wouldn't recommend adding oil because it effects the output of steam. :)
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I don't have that issue, so Im sorry, I can't answer that question. However, I would try it. I've learned that with skin issues, it's all trial and error. I love this product, it's the only thing that works for me in keeping my skin clear. I use it with the clarisonic electronic brush skin cleaner to unclog pores. I bet that would work for you!
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Yes - Does not clog pores. In fact, it seems to add lubricity to the pore walls to make dirt unable to stick and clog. Plus, it stays on the skin all day - then washes off with warm water and a cloth. No soap needed.
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It might be clogged. Try putting pure white vinegar in the well and let it run through the steam cycle.
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Your face needs to be fairly clean. You don't need to have just washed your face, but it doesn't work as well if your skin is really oily. It's meant to be a deep cleanse, so if all of the surfaces of your pores are dirty then it won't be able to go as deep. I personally wash my face every day and use this every couple of days.
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it helps as long as you use it everyday. It won't zap the zits overnight but will significantly reduce the amount of black heads. As for pores, I've never had huge pores so i wouldn't be able to say.
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I personally did. A teeny bit. I rubbed it really good in my hands before I applied it. But once again I used a very small amount. They do make one specifically designed for the face. It's probably a more sensitive version that won't clog your pores.
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it can clog your pores. you are better off using a mixture of shea butter, mango butter, argan oil and hemp seed oil for your face as they will not clog pores
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Amanda, if you're using tap water then I can likely solve your little problem. And believe it not, it's little! Remove the mop head at the neck, where it joins the body. There in the neck you will find a small pinhole that sends the steam to the mop head. What happens is that tiny pinhole gets clogged with mineral residue, calcium, etc and steam can't get out. The fix is to UNPLUG THE DEVICE AND LET IT COOL OFF! Then straighten out a small paper clip, slide it up into the little pinhole, and run it in and out a couple of times to remove the deposits. I keep a straightened out paper clip in my cabinet for just this very purpose. Plug the device back in and see if that doesn't fix the lack of steam. If it does, keep the paper clip handy for future clogs. If it doesn't, well, that means a call to Shark Customer Service. They are the ones who told me how to do this :). Good luck!
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The steam gets pretty hot! Be careful not to put it right next to your scalp. I usually put it halfway between my scalp and hair. This way, I don't hit my scalp with the steam, just my hair! Hope this helps!! :)
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The steam gets fairly hot. However, not hot enough to burn. In addition to steaming my hair, I also use it for a facial.
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Steamer doesn't hold that much water so I keep it going till it stops..u will know Its close to empty. U can use as often as u want..it only helps your skin.
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if you wash your face with slightly hot water it would open your pores up more. cold water closes the pores. it would depend on what you are looking to do. a deeper cleansing would need the slightly hot water wash
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Anyone who says anything works in one day is trying to sell you stuff that doesn't work. As I wrote in my review you have to be diligent about it. On in the morning and night and make sure you massage it in. Also please make sure to wash your face. Boggles my mind the people who don't do that and expect anything to work. I say within a couple weeks but let me tell you I have seen so much improvement in my skin it's unreal. I truly am so lucky to find this. I don't have those monsters anymore and I barely do break out. I mean I still break out on occasion but it's not bad at all maybe one or two but not my whole face.