Why The Rest Of The World Is Just Catching Up To Morocco's Bathhouse Ritual

For centuries, Moroccans have perfected the art of self-care through the hammam ritual – a time-honoured practice that deeply cleanses, exfoliates and nourishes the skin using natural ingredients.

Now, as bathhouse culture, saunas and wellness rituals gain worldwide popularity, the beauty industry is finally catching up with what Moroccans have known all along: steam, deep cleansing, exfoliation, and hydration are the ultimate skin reset.

What’s the Secret?

Moroccan hammam ritual follows a simple yet highly effective process:

Step 1: Steam and Black Soap

Steam and warm water open the pores, while Moroccan Black Soap (also known as Savon Beldi, Hammam Soap and Savon Noir) works to soften and detoxify the skin. Made from olives and rich in Vitamin E, the paste-like soap is also antibacterial and full of antioxidants.

Step 2: Let The Soap Sit

In the warmth of the steam and left to sit on the skin like a mask for at least 5min (more if you can), the Black Soap develops superpowers, helping to lift dead skin cells from the surface

Step 3: Rinse and Exfoliate

Once the Black Soap has had time on the skin, rise if off. Then take a damp Marrok Mitt (or Kessa Mitt in Morocco) and rub firmly all over to remove layers of dead skin, leaving clean and smooth fresh skin.

Step 4: Nourish and Hydrate

The ritual ends with pure Argan Oil, Morocco’s ‘liquid gold’, to restore moisture and hydrate skin. 

Why This Ancient Ritual Is Trending Today

With the rise of self-care rituals, natural skincare, and bathhouse-inspired wellness, people are seeking clean, effective and time-tested skincare solutions.  The Moroccan hammam tradition delivers.

The best part?  You don’t need to book a flight to Marrakech to experience it.  Marrok brings this centuries-old practice to your bathroom with Moroccan Black Soap, the Marrok Mitt, and 100% pure Argan Oil.  All you need is a steamy hot shower and some time to focus on you.

Ready to try it?

The Whole Hammam provides everything you need.