MAAT
Exfoliation with kece and black soap, traditional turbashi, full body foam massage, face and hair mask with organic olive oil and honey extract, Dead Sea Mud body mask, hair wash.
Duration: 70’
30’ steam bath & 40’ service by a bathing therapistCost: €90
Extra Care
This service is combined with the following extra care services:
Cleopatra
15’ - 15
head massage - hair wash
Hacepsut
15’ - 15
foot massage
Tauret
15’ - 15
back massage
Nefertiti
15’ - 35
simultaneous head massage - wash and foot massage
(two bathing therapists)
For private services as well as our service packages, please contact us in order to find the right one for you together!
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Bath: staying in the bath room in order to prepare the skin and open the skin pores to remove dead cells with a kece, wearing a pastemal and pouring water of the desired temperature with the tass
Kece: glove used to remove dead cells. Gives the body a feeling of softness and rejuvenation
Turbashi: 100% cotton bag for foam production
Tass: traditional hand-forged bowl with antimicrobial effects, which is used in the hammam for pouring water
Pastemal: light woven towel with fringes made of 100% cotton
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Instructions for using the bathing area
- Please be at the venue 15 minutes before your scheduled appointment time.
- All guests are provided with fully disinfected slippers, disposable underwear (if desired), and a pestemal (light, 100% cotton towel) for both their entry before using the bath and for their stay in the relaxation room.
- Children under 16 are not allowed to use the hammam. Guests 16+ can enjoy the hammam with an adult.
- All guests upon arrival at Ishtar Hammam will be asked to fill in a medical history report for their own safety and other's as some illnesses are a deterrent to using the bath. Please fill in the medical history report with complete honesty. Ishtar Hammam does not bear any responsibility in case you have concealed any disease or illness. For minor guests, the responsibility for the correct completion of the medical history report lies solely with the adult accompanying them and who will sign it.
- Pregnant visitors or those who have started or are about to start the IVF process are not allowed to use the bathing area. Women who are menstruating must wear a tampon when entering the bathing area.
- The use of the bath is also not recommended for guests who have recently consumed alcohol, are hungry, or have recently consumed a large amount of food.
Frequently asked questions
What is a hammam?
A hammam is essentially a steam room. It takes place in a beautiful and well-kept, specially designed chamber, where the temperature is around 38°C and the humidity is strongly felt in the space.
What is the difference between a hammam and a sauna?
The main difference is that the hammam uses moist heat (steam), while the sauna uses dry heat. In the hammam, the moisture helps deep clean the skin, while the sauna focuses more on sweating and heat.
What are the benefits of hammam?
The main benefits of the hammam include:
• Detoxification of the body through sweat
• Improvement of blood circulation
• Exfoliation and cleansing of the skin
• Relief from muscle pain and tension
• Promotion of relaxation and peace of mind
How often can I have a hammam experience?
The frequency may depend on your personal needs and your level of heat tolerance. For most people, once a week or every two weeks is enough to enjoy the benefits of hammam without straining their body.
Can I have a hammam experience, while suffering from serious health problems?
For your own safety, if you suffer from any health problem, consult your treating physician before booking your appointment.
Can I wear make-up or sun cream during the hammam?
The hammam opens the pores and cleans the skin deeply. So, to allow the procedure to be completed properly, be sure to remove any cosmetic products from your face or body before the visit.
Should I worry about hygiene in the hammam area?
The cleanliness of the area is the most important part, to us, regarding our premises, in order for you to be safe, during the hammam process. Keep in mind that all the pores on your skin are open, so a poorly cleaned bathroom poses risks to your health. In our premises, you don't have to worry about this, as disinfection is our priority.
