In Morocco, kessalas—expert attendants in hammams—master the art of the traditional Moroccan hammam ritual, passed down through generations.
Even with modern bathrooms at home, Moroccan families uphold this cherished tradition. Women often gather with buckets filled with key hammam essentials: natural black soap, the kessa glove, and sometimes natural ghassoul for skin and hair care.
In the hammam, the kessala guides you through each step. After moistening the skin, she applies the “Pâte d’olive” natural Moroccan black soap. Gentle circular massages follow, allowing it to work for a few minutes.
This natural black hammam soap, enriched with argan and olive oils, provides thorough, sulfate-free cleansing for soft, nourished skin.
Once the olive paste has rested, the kessa scrub glove comes into play. Crafted from ultra-gentle materials, it removes dead skin cells without irritation.
The kessa glove paired with black soap forms the cornerstone of a successful traditional Moroccan hammam.
Discover them in our “Essential of the Hammam” box, complete with ghassoul or natural Moroccan clay. As a bonus, we include a traditional oriental pumice stone.
A traditional Moroccan hammam features 3 to 4 rooms, each with rising temperatures—the first milder, the last reaching up to 40°C. Kessalas fetch water, perform scrubs for women and children, and maintain this enchanting space.
Drawing from ancient Greek baths, the hammam evolved under Prophet Mohammed around 600 years after Christ, gaining religious importance as a symbol of bodily purification in Islam.
Children join their mothers from a young age, making the hammam a vital part of Oriental social life. Kessalas call it the “silent doctor” for its profound sense of purity and well-being.
Locals and visitors alike rave about the Moroccan hammam's benefits: post-session, skin feels smoother, brighter, and refreshingly light. Learn more about the benefits of the Moroccan hammam.
