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Mabis Steam Inhaler
- Helps relieve allergy, cold, flu and sinusitis symptoms
- Soothing steady vapor, variable steam adjustment, ideal for aromatherapy
- Soft flexible mask, variable steam, extension tube, drain tank
- One-year limited warranty
- Latex free
Why steam inhalation? The Mabis steam inhaler provides a natural, safe and effective therapy to relieve symptoms due to: allergies, bronchitis, colds, flu, laryngitis, rhinitis, sinustis and more. Soothing steady vapor. Variable steam adjustment. Ideal for aromatherapy. Features include soft flexible mask, extension tube, drain tank, convenient indicator light, aromatheraphy tank, variable steam control, measuring cup, internal water chamber, and generous 5″ power cord. Latex free. One-year limited warranty.
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(out of 43 reviews)
List Price: $ 69.95
Price: $ 20.00
Review by Isis for Mabis Steam Inhaler
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I was worried about reading the lack of steam by another reviewer but most reviewers seemed happy with it, so I bought it. Using plain tap water (our Maryland water is hard), the inhaler made strong, gentle, steady steam in less than 45 seconds. The steam lasted about 9 minutes before it decreased.
I would like to have the steam last longer but as it was with trying to breath as fast and as deeply as I could, I was almost hyperventilating in the 9 minutes. The unit has to cool down before you can add more water and you are warned not to over-fill the unit.
The mask is made of a soft, flexible plastic so it was comfortable. I found it easiest just to hold the unit to my face, since resting it on a tissue box caused me to have to bend down. You will probably need an extension cord, since the cord is not very long (if you are using a wall outlet) although if you are using a higher bathroom outlet, it would be fine.
It was very easy to fill – open white top, unscrew lid, add measured water, put back together, and turn on. The only little complaint is you should disassemble the pieces and let them dry, so I have had to leave the unit in pieces on a towel to dry for a day.
I have always hated using the old fashioned method of putting my head over boiling water with a towel to breath in the steam. This was much nicer and my face didn’t get hot or feel burned. I found this inhaler to be comfortable and convenient.
I had a cold and with using this unit three or four times, I didn’t get a sinus infection and I think it helped the cold to be less severe and go away faster. I also rinse my sinuses with a Neti pot with a baking soda/salt solution and very warm water. I have used the Neti pot before and still got a sinus infection but this time with using the steam inhaler, I didn’t.
For people with sinus problems, allergies, or prone to cold, I do think using a Neti pot to rinse your sinuses is very helpful. I read about it in a “Sinus Survival” book and my good friend said she hasn’t had a sinus infection in years since she started using a Neti Pot every day. I only use the Neti pot when there is a lot of pollen, after yard work, been with lots of people (especially sick ones), when I have a stuffy nose or feel “something” coming on.