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MyPurMist Handheld Steam Inhaler Review

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As someone who has suffered from seasonal allergies (hello, hay fever) since she was a child, I'm always curious about products that can help provide relief. I prefer to not use medication if I don't have to, so when I learned about the MyPurMist Steam Inhaler, I was thrilled to have them send me a product to review.

I've been utilizing various natural strategies and remedies for my allergies and it does help, but nothing has provided as much immediate relief as the MyPurMist sinus steam inhaler.

MyPurMist personal steam inhaler
MyPurMist personal steam inhaler

MyPurMist - Fast, natural relief from colds, allergies and sinus congestion

Most of what I do is preventative, such as having good quality air purifiers (yes, more than one as this allergy sufferer needs them throughout the house), essential oils, and more. I loved the idea of seeing if good old steam could help me because when my allergies are irritated, it's not an exaggeration to say... I suffer.

Hello itchy red eyes, stuffy swollen nose and more. At times people ask me if I'm okay when they see me like that because I look like death warmed over!

mypurmist (My Pure Mist) handheld steam inhaler box
mypurmist handheld steam inhaler box

The benefits of the MyPurMist inhaler

Besides the MyPurMist being free of any chemicals and a natural solution for healing, there are many reasons to love using this awesome device. Did you know the following benefits of using steam?

  1. Natural healing - Steam is the recommended approach for natural respiratory relief by doctors and healthcare professionals.
  2. Eases Pain - Steam is proven to help with the discomfort associated with sinusitis, allergies, cough, colds, flu, and other respiratory conditions.
  3. Cleansing Moisture - Steam provides sore and dry passages with moisture, while excess pollen and environmental pollutants are cleansed.
  4. Relieves inflammation - Soothing vapor eases nasal congestion and sinus pressure by relieving inflammation.
  5. Natural decongestant - A natural mucolytic, steam helps to thin sticky mucus allowing easy clearance of the airways.
  6. Self Cleaning - These personal humidifiers clean themselves! It's so convenient and helps me feel so much safer knowing that there is very little maintenance required and the units still stay clean!

See more professional testimonials on the MyPurMist website.

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MyPurMist Sinus Steam Inhaler Box


A SINUS STEAM INHALER FOR EVERYONE

MyPurMmist (pronounced "my pure mist") has taken the handheld sinus steam inhaler to a whole new level so that everyone can benefit from it. There is no boiling water involved, which makes the whole system much safer than DIY steam alternatives.

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It has instant fine mist that penetrates into our sinuses, nose, and throat for quick relief. You're not going to get that from a steaming hot bowl of anything. Trust me, we've been there with the towel over our head and the whole bit.

At first I admit we felt a little silly putting this "steam mask" over our face and even joked about how it looked like we were in a movie that had an infectious disease. LOL. In fact, you can probably see my daughter smiling underneath the MyPurMist mask in the picture below.

Mypurmist sinus steam inhaler used by my daughter
Mypurmist sinus steam inhaler used by my daughter

However, after using the MyPurMist just a few times, we could feel the benefits. I'm the only one with allergies, but my daughter has other sinus issues, so we both used it. We could feel our nasal passages clearing up. My allergies make my nose itchy and very stuffed up. As I used the steam inhaler the itchiness started to go away. As I used it regularly, I found my symptoms becoming even less. How have I not used a sinus steam inhaler throughout my whole life?

FIGHTING A COLD WITH THE MYPURMIST ENHALER

Just this week we all came down with a nasty spring cold. The first thing my daughter and I did was take out the MyPurMist. Her cough was pretty bad and she had a completely irritated and stuffy nose. As the systems came on we had her start on the steam inhaler. She uses it every time the cough starts to get bad and it provides her with immediate relief.

As she used it throughout the day, she noticed her throat no longer feeling dry and her cough subsiding. The MyPurMist worked better than the cough medicine we had her on that seemed to offer little relief! We were amazed at the healing power of steam and what the Purmist could do for her.

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MyPurMist Sinus Steam Inhaler Review

MYPURMIST STEAM INHALER BENEFIT CLAIMS FROM THE MFG

This personal steam device is made by the MyPurMist company. They list many benefits to these wonderful little handheld steamers.

  • Instant fine mist penetrates deep into your sinuses, nose, and throat - Provides superb relief
  • 100% natural & 100% drug-free
  • Handheld, portable, and lightweight
  • 99.9999% germ-free warm mist
  • Microprocessor controls multiple safety features and regulates temperature within 100-1150F
  • Instant steam for fast relief - No waiting
  • Automatic drying cycle - No cleanup
  • No boiling water - No scalding risk
  • Great for the whole family (for ages above 12 years)

THE DRAWBACKS OF THE MYPURMIST INHALERS

We love the MyPurMist steamers, but like all things there is room for improvement. A few things we think would make it better.

  1. Cordless - We would love the natural benefits of steam even more if this device was cordless. The cord is long, but it would be so much more convenient if it was cordless. Update: MyPurMist now has a cordless option! The cost is about 50% more for the cordless version and the company recommends using a very specialized water when operating it.
  2. Long-term Reliability - In following other reviews of this personal steamer, it would seem that MyPurMist does have a certain failure rate after multiple hours of use. I have not experienced any quality issues with mine yet, but I understand others have seen issues.
  3. Sterile Water - It's really just a convenience thing, but the MFG says they recommend only using distilled or sterile water in these handheld vaporizers. Not a big deal, but just one more thing to remember to buy. Most of the systems come with 8 water refills which provides enough for up to 40 sessions.

mypurmist versus vicks steam inhaler

The biggest difference between the MyPurMist inhaler and a Vicks Personal Steamer is price. The Vicks units are considerably less expensive. However, the Vicks units also have issues with the steam getting too hot and uncomfortable to breathe. The Vicks units also have the ability to use tap water instead of distilled or sterile water. However, many complain that the smell from steamed tap water and the maintenance associated with cleaning the Vicks unit outweigh the convenience of using tap water for steam.

How often can I use a personal steam inhaler

The MyPurMist MFG says it can be used as often as needed. Recommended use that is generally accepted is to use the steam inhaler two sessions per day for about 5 to 15 minutes per session.

is inhaling steam good for the lungs

Steam has a wide variety of health benefits. It adds warmth and moisture to the incoming air, which lessens inflammation and thins out sticky mucus. All of these things help improve breathing and are good for both the airways and the lungs.

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By on March 25th, 2016

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I’m Michelle aka Powered by Mom. I’m married with one daughter, my hubby was my high school sweetheart, our two dogs Nyx and Cleo and our cat Oliver. As you can see we’re a family of animal lovers. We love to travel when we can, try different food and activities all over the world and enjoy being together. My passions are writing, travelling, creating new recipes, encouraging people to adopt not shop and just to enjoy life while we can.

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107 thoughts on “MyPurMist Handheld Steam Inhaler Review”

  1. great review! I learned that steam is actually recommended for allergies before meds. I also learned it acts fast

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  2. i learned from this great article that steam is the way to go to open the sinuses and help alot of breathing situations 🙂 ty for the chance to win 🙂

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  3. My family always has issues with nasal inflammation and congestion and piss only seem to dry you out and make the nasal tissue very tight and irritated. This would be such an improvement.

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  4. I need this in my life! I'm currently stuffy in one nostril, drippy in the other, coughing, sneezing, sniffling, snuffling, and trying not to claw my eyes out...all while my head feels so much pressure. My 3 sons also suffer from seasonal allergies and this would benefit them as well!

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  5. I love that it is drug free, all natural, fast, easy to use and works for all ages over 12. My husband would surely benefit from this!

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  6. I really like how this is instant with no waiting for those bad at night coughing spells from dry air and my Asthma is out of control. I also like that it is 100% natural & 100% drug-free. I can't be around chemicals and I have so many allergies to medicines not to mention allergies to things like pollen, mold and dust. I'm sure I would use this several times a day but I'd appreciate it most during the night. I have dry coughing spells and dry sinus so this would be wonderful to use at night too.

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  7. MY HUSBAND REALLY NEEDS SOMETHING LIKE THIS. I LIKE THAT IT IS 100% NATURAL AND DRUG FREE. THANK YOU FOR THE REVIEW.

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  8. wow! this has soo many great things to it! Love that it helps you breathe easier with little effort - easy to carry anywhere!

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  9. I learned that it is germ free, medication free, needs no cleaning, and can help with the allergy and dry sinus/throat issues my family and I deal with! How can you ask for more than that?! I truly hope I win one of these! Maybe my granddaughter's bloody noses (from our dry climate) will even stop!

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  10. This would be a great addition to my household's allergy regimen. My husband and I both have severe allergies and with this being drug-free, we wouldn't have an issue with mixing.

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  11. I learned that this is 100% natural & 100% drug-free. I really like how it provides immediate relief. I'm sure it would be helpful when someone is miserable from being so sick.

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  12. I learned that it will really help with dry sinuses and throats. It will also help with my allergies and my daughters. I love that it is portable and medicine free. If I win this I feel it will really help us feel better. Thanks

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  13. This is amazing! I love so many things about this but most of all that it is handheld & portable, so you can bring it with you where ever you go and it's not a big, clunky thing to carry around! My kiddos and I go on many day trips and over nights to their grandparents, and this would be perfect for when they get sick!

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  14. Glad to hear that this helped you and your daughter work through your cold faster using this. Sounds awesome to help with breathing

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  15. I love that this uses no chemicals! These days chemicals are in too many things! Looks like it would be so helpful in relieving congestion!

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  16. I learned that this steam would help a cough, never thought of that, I'm just getting over the flu and I'm left with a lingering cough, exhausting, and I would LOVE to try this Natural cough healer!! Awesome.

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  17. I learned it was 99.9999% germ-free and 100% natural & 100% drug-free. It sounds like something my husband and I would benefit from using.

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  18. I have been using the shower to get relief for my sinus. This would be perfect. I could use it without having to get undressed, wet, etc.

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  19. I learned that it eliminates the risk for scalding and has an automatic drying cycle, so there's no need for a special clean up.

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  20. I learned that soothing vapor eases nasal congestion and sinus pressure by relieving inflammation. My poor husband has such a terrible time with allergies. This would be a huge help.

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  21. I have always used steam to help with congestion, but am concerned about burning myself with boiling water. I love that this doesn't require that risk!

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  22. THE FACT THAT DR. ACTUALLY ACTKNOWLADGE THEM AS A NESSARY MEDICAL TREATMENT FOR BREATHING PROBLEMS ?#BLESSEDBE

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  23. ONE IF THE BREATHING SOULTOINS MY LUNG DR. TELLS ME TO $$$ IN HOW EVER THE BEST ONES ARE $$$$ AND CHEEP ONES ARE JUST THAT CHEEP CONSTANTLY REPLACING BEEN DOWN THAT ROAD AFTER THREE DIFFERENT CHEEP $100-$150 RANGE I GAVE UP BY THEN I COULD HAVE HAD A MUCH BETTER ONE NOW TO SAVE $250-$300 FOR A GOOD ONE KINDA HARD LIVIN' WEEK BY WEEK ON $ HELL I DID NOT HAVE THE $ FOR THE CHEEP ONES WE SCRAPED BY TO GET THEM I COULD NOT EVEN TRY TO IMAGINE TO SCRAP UP EVEN MORE $$$ THAN I CAN AFFORD EVEN IF IT IS FOR MY OWN HEALTH SINCE IT IS ONLY HIGHLY RECOMMEND BY THE DR MY INSURANCE WILL NOT PAY FOR ONE ?

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  24. My most favorite learned fact was that is it 99.999% germ free and safe for children with no boiling water. This was a great review and it sounds like this product could bring a lot of relief and provide more freedom during peak allergy season. YAY for no chemicals and being natural!!!

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  25. Good review. The mask looks very comfortable and I Iike that there's an automatic drying cycle. With my CPAP, I worry that the droplets left in the hose could cause something to grow.

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  26. This sounds really great. Right now I am giving my son allergy meds when he needs them, I would really love to find a more natural treatment that works.

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  27. Would love this for my daughter. Her allergies are really bad this year. I read the review and so many good things about this, being it's lightweight and steams up quickly.

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  28. this time of the year my head feels so full and I cough a lot............ this sounds like it would really help me

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  29. I like that it's fermentation free safe even for my little one to use when her allergies are acting up and for my sleep fa well its a great product

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  30. I love that it is medicine and 99.9999% germ free. In fact, there isn't anything that I can say that I don't like. It really does sound remarkable and a product my family could benefit from.

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  31. Due to the inconsistent weather, my teen wakes up with a sore throat every morning. Te PurMist sounds like it would do wonders to help her feel better sooner!

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  32. I remember my father always putting the hot water on in the sink and putting a towel over his head and breathing in the steam for his sinuses...he would have LOVED this.

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  33. This sounds wonderful. My granddaughter has terrible allergies. I will be picking one of these up for her soon. Thank you so much for sharing

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  34. My grand kids and I suffer from year round allergies. I think this could help us a lot. I like that it has no boiling water so no accidents

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  35. I am allergic to everything. I am allergic to 100 of the 101 things my allergist checked me for. Also in desperate need of an antibiotic for my rt. ear & lt. eye infections, but I am allergic to every single antibiotic. Allergic to 35 drugs and 8 foods beside. With my extreme allergies to everything and asthma since birth, I try everything natural just to survive. I try not to use drugs, as they are chemicals, and I am allergic to all of them. I also have sinusitis except for summertime and frequent bad colds. I really need this to help with my allergies. If this helped me, there is no one that it wouldn't help. I would get one for my family then, so 3 other households for their bad colds and normal allergies. I was just thinking that with my newly diagnosed rosacea, and the fact that I break out the minute I go outside now, this would actually help me breathe and keep the sun and wind off me which would greatly help my breakouts.

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  36. Me & my family have the worst allergies. This inhaler review sounds great. I think I'm going to look into purchasing one of them. Thanks for sharing.

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  37. I was surprised to learn about the automatic drying cycle that means less cleanup for me. I like to avoid chemicals and medicines, so this is a great natural option. I was also happy to learn about the self-regulating temperature and that it doesn't require boiling water.

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  38. Great review! I wonder if it would help me. I have become allergic to my chihuahuas. I am constantly sneezing.I did not have this problem when I first got my dogs (and they are 12 yrs old now).

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  39. Oh I love that there is something natural to help with those allergies. I know how your daughter feels that cough is horrible. I learned that Steam provides sore and dry passages with moisture, while excess pollen and environmental pollutants are cleansed

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  40. Thank you for the review of this product. I have entered and hoping to win, but let me say that I too suffer from sinus issues, and as of October last year I have lost the hearing in my right ear. The doctors put me on Steroids thinking it would help, but it hasn't. I would love to be able to see if this would help get my hearing back since they don't know why I can't hear. I have had MRI's, Xrays, Cat scans and Audiology testing, but still no answers.

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  41. I think this would be good to try for tht allergys when the grandkids come over they have a hard time with the kittys

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  42. I am quite interested in the MyPurMist for relief of my allergy symptoms. I love that it is germ free and easy to use.

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  43. This sounds like something that would be a great help for my chronic nasal congestion and sinus pain! What a wonderful product!

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  44. I love the fact that it's so portable too. Especially for road trips where the air and enviornment can change and you begin struggling to adjust. Great product to have!

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  45. Amazing, multiple safety features, instant fine mist, 100% natural and drug free! Perfect for the whole family whether at home or travelling! Love it!

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  46. My daughter is always having to use a humidifier, I think this would help her a lot. I love that it is instant steam so not waiting.

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  47. I love this idea! I could really use one. I had a steamer years ago...much better than a saucepan, but this is even better still. I like the automatic drying, too. Steaming really does help to break up mucous and congestion quickly and helps with allergies, too.

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  48. I could have written the first part of this article, I have the same issues and hate to take any kind of medication too. I use a neti pot, but it's kind of messy and not always convenient. I saw this on tv, but I'm always leery of things I see on tv, so I didn't really look into it. I'm glad to read your review and find that it's the real deal.

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  49. germ free and chemical free is outstanding. personally it sounds great to use as a preventative measure against colds etc. I wish had this when my son was a toddler. he suffered from croup. had to take him to the hospital a few time. also spent many nights in the bathroom with the shower running hot to get the steam. ended up buying a breathing machine... also I sing and this would be perfect.

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  50. I love that you can take this with you , I really like that it covers your nose and mouth for easy breathing and that it just takes water to help.

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  51. I learned there is no boiling water here- no risk of getting burned. My brother could use this for his allergies, too! He is disabled and can't hold on to things securely, so something safe like this is just what he needs. And your four thumbs up review has me convinced it's a great product! My allergies and sinus problems might just be really fixed with this, too.

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  52. I think it is great, I don't like using meds either I use oils & have used a neti pot. I 'm like you & would like a cordless version. So that it was more portable.

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  53. I learned that you don't have to boil water with this machine and the machine doesn't have to either. That makes it way more efficient than anything I have ever seen.

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  54. I love that the mask is made to comfortably cover the nose and mouth. This would be an absolute blessing in our house.

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  55. I learned that it is fast steam when you can't breathe so that is a big plus right there ,and its clean steam just use water and its safe for kids and adults

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