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Turkish Bath Massage, also known as Hamam Massage, is a traditional body treatment that originated in the ancient Roman baths and evolved in the Ottoman Empire. It is a unique and luxurious experience that combines deep cleansing, exfoliation, and relaxation, often performed in a heated marble room designed to open pores and purify the skin.

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Techniques:

1. Peeling (Exfoliation):
   - The massage begins with a vigorous body scrub using a special exfoliating glove called a *kese*. This process removes dead skin cells, stimulates blood circulation, and leaves the skin smooth and rejuvenated.
   
2. Foam Massage:
   - After exfoliation, the therapist uses a cloth bag (also known as a *torba*) filled with soap to create a thick, frothy lather, which is then massaged into the skin. The foam massage involves gentle but firm strokes that relax muscles and cleanse the skin deeply.

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3. Rinsing:
   - Warm water is poured over the body to rinse off the soap and exfoliated skin, leaving the body refreshed.

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4. Oil Massage (Optional):
   - Following the traditional foam massage, an oil massage may be offered. This involves using natural oils, applied with gentle massage techniques to moisturize the skin and further relax the muscles.

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Equipments:

- Marble Slabs:

The massage is performed on heated marble slabs, which help to warm the body, open the pores, and enhance relaxation.

- Kese (Exfoliating Glove): 

A coarse mitt used for scrubbing the body and removing dead skin cells.

- Torba (Soap Bag): 

A cloth bag filled with natural soap that is used to create the foam for the foam massage.

- Copper Bowls:

Traditionally used to pour warm water over the body during the rinsing phase.

- Natural Oils:

 Often used in the optional oil massage to nourish the skin and add an extra layer of relaxation.

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