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Steaming the skin helps to prepare it for which process?

  1. Extractions

  2. Hydration

  3. Mask application

  4. Exfoliation

The correct answer is: Extractions

Steaming the skin helps to prepare it for extractions by softening the sebum and debris in the pores, making it easier and less damaging to remove them. This process can prevent skin trauma and inflammation that may occur if extractions are performed on dry or unprepared skin. Hydration, mask application, and exfoliation are important steps in a facial treatment but are not directly dependent on steaming the skin for optimal preparation.