Using a Kessa glove is very simple: first, soak your skin for a few minutes under a warm shower or in a bath, put the glove on your hand, and then scrub your body with firm, back-and-forth motions. You will literally see dead skin cells coming off. In this blog, you will read exactly what a Kessa glove is and how to use it step-by-step for soft, smooth skin.
The Kessa is part of the classic Moroccan hammam routine and is perhaps the most satisfying beauty product there is. Try it once and you'll immediately understand why so many people can't do without it.
What is a Kessa glove?
A Kessa is a rough-textured exfoliating glove traditionally used in the Moroccan hammam. You put it on your hand, just like a mitt, and use it to thoroughly exfoliate your skin, meaning to remove dead skin cells.
What's special about the Kessa is its firm, slightly rough texture. This ensures a deep clean without the need for exfoliating beads or chemical agents. Purely mechanical, with just the glove, warm water, and a little patience. This makes the Kessa a natural and reusable way to care for your skin.
Regular scrubbing with a Kessa does much more than just smooth your skin. It also helps prevent ingrown hairs, allows nourishing oils and creams to absorb better, and ensures a more even self-tan. Ideal, therefore, as preparation for summer or a sunny holiday.
How to use a Kessa glove?
Follow these steps for the best results:
- Soak your skin. First, stand under a warm shower or in a bath for five to ten minutes. Warm water opens your pores and softens the top layer of skin, making dead skin cells easier to remove. Do not skip this step.
- Optionally, use black soap. Before scrubbing, apply Moroccan black soap and let it sit for a few minutes. The combination of black soap and the Kessa is the classic hammam method and yields the best results.
- Scrub your skin. Put on the glove and scrub your skin with firm, rhythmic movements. Work on one body part at a time: arms, legs, stomach, and back. Do not use soap on the glove itself during scrubbing, as it will slide too much and the exfoliation will be less effective.
- Rinse off. Rinse away the loosened skin cells with lukewarm water. Your skin will immediately feel smoother and cleaner.
- Nourish your skin. Pat your skin dry and then apply a nourishing oil or cream, such as argan oil. Your skin will absorb nourishment especially well after scrubbing.
Useful tips for using a Kessa glove
- Not too often: Use the Kessa once a week. More frequent use can irritate your skin.
- Not on irritated skin: Avoid areas with wounds, sunburn, or skin irritation.
- Dry thoroughly: Rinse the glove after use and let it dry completely. This keeps it hygienic and extends its lifespan.
After a Kessa treatment, your skin will feel incredibly soft and look more even. Exactly that fresh, clean hammam feeling, right at home in your shower.