What is a Classic Scrub

The Classic Scrub performed in a steam bath is a skin exfoliation treatment that combines the ancient practice of steam baths with modern skincare techniques. The steam bath, a type of "wet sauna" with ancient origins dating back to Roman and Greek times, offers a warm and humid environment that helps to open the skin's pores, promoting sweating and purification, while also decongesting the respiratory tract.

The process begins with a warm-up in the Steam Bath (or steam room), where the gentle heat and high humidity prepare the skin for exfoliation by softening it and making it more receptive to the subsequent treatment. After properly warming up with a few minutes in the steam room and a brief ventilation performed by the ritual master, during which the steam helps to open the skin's pores, the actual scrub follows, generally prepared by the master himself. The Classic Scrub, as the name suggests, is usually a very simple but effective scrub, composed of three key elements: the exfoliating part (e.g., sea salt or sugar), the moisturizing part (e.g., almond or argan oil), and the aromatic part (essential oils or hydrolates). These components, properly balanced, facilitate the removal of dead skin cells through circular motions over the entire body.

The benefits of a scrub in a steam bath are numerous: the removal of dead cells and impurities improves the texture of the skin, making it softer and more radiant. The improvement in blood circulation, aided by the combined action of heat and massage, helps to tone and firm the skin. Additionally, exfoliation stimulates cellular renewal and can have a detoxifying effect.

This treatment not only physically purifies but also offers a moment of deep relaxation, helping to reduce stress and promote an overall sense of well-being. Regular use of a scrub in a steam bath can help maintain healthy, clean, and youthful skin, making it an experience that is both enjoyable and beneficial.