The Hammam’s attendant applies the rubbing process to the whole body with a course glove that is an effective way of cleansing, but also is very relaxing; making one feel good. The ling of the rubbing down of all of the body gives on an exceptional clean feeling, the skin becomes smooth and softens, the quickened up blood circulation relaxes all contractions.
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