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What is another function of a facial steamer besides softening sebum?

  1. Enhance skin barrier

  2. Reduce wrinkles

  3. Oxygenate the skin

  4. Stimulate collagen production

The correct answer is: Oxygenate the skin

While the choice of oxygenating the skin is a consideration in some contexts, another significant function of a facial steamer is to enhance skin hydration and improve penetration of products. Facial steamers effectively soften sebum and open up the pores, which allows for better absorption of skincare ingredients. In the context of the other functions listed, reducing wrinkles, stimulating collagen production, and enhancing the skin barrier can be indirect benefits of hydration and improved product absorption but are not primary functions of a facial steamer. Facial steaming primarily focuses on preparing the skin for subsequent treatments by promoting moisture retention and clearing clogged pores, facilitating a healthier skin environment.