Discover the most enjoyable spa treatments in Asia
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Red Dao Herbal Bath in northern Vietnam
Traditional spa treatments
Red Dao traditional herbal bath is one of The most enjoyable spa treatments available in Vietnam. The remedy belongs to the Red Dao people, one of the ethnic minority groups in Vietnam.
The Red Dao traditionally inhabited mountainous regions and over time, they devised natural remedies to help manage the harsh climate and altitude. In addition to promoting blood circulation and joint health, the Red Dao herbal bath also detoxifies the skin. The aromatherapy benefits come in conjunction with the herbal beverage used.
Preparing a massage bath and herbal treatment in Vietnam
The bath is prepared by running warm water over a mixture of medicinal plants. Depending on the family recipe, region, and season, pigeons may contain up to 120 individual herbs, flowers, and tree bark species.
A special ritual for relaxation and bathing
The bathing ritual is traditionally performed in a round tub made of echinacea wood, which releases its own essential oils. Each tub comfortably accommodates one and the optimal soak time is 20-25 minutes. The hammam can be paired with an herbal steam sauna or a traditional massage.
Herbal baths and advice to try during a tour to Vietnam
Red Dao herbal baths are widely practiced in villages across northern Vietnam and are available for tourists to try at the homes and spas of Lao Cai, Hoa Binh, and Ha Giang. You can also try treatment at Dao's Care in Hanoi.
Cupping in Vietnam.
Nothing about cupping therapy sounds like a standard spa treatment. Instead of something relaxing and pampering, therapists light a match under glass or bamboo cups to create a vacuum before applying it to your skin for a massive suction.
Cupping is one of the most popular herbal treatment
methods in Asia
Nothing like rubber cups and hickeys up and down your spine to start your day! But it is a common treatment method in Asia, so I had to try it by staying at Vedana Resort & Spa outside Hue, Vietnam.
You can start with a mud bath and finish with plenty of time as you love swimming and relaxing in the many large outdoor pools and jacuzzis.
Mud bath and the best medical tourism methods in Vietnam
The mud bath was definitely the most interesting part and required us to sit in a bath of muddy water for at least 15 minutes. It's a very strange feeling I've never felt before.
Mud baths around the world
Mud baths are found all over the world but these were certainly some of the most beautiful and affordable you will likely find. If you are interested in visiting, you can do so on a trip to Nha Trang in Vietnam.
Health resorts in South Korea
Jimjilbangs, or traditional baths, can be found in every city or town in South Korea. Going to Jimgilbang is a weekly or monthly routine for many Koreans.
Spa baths in South Korea
They usually have showers, hot baths of all different temperatures, and sometimes steam rooms. If you want more pampering, you can opt for a body scrub, where you will be exfoliated from head to toe.
Knife massage and the most unique type of massage around the world
You'll be lying on your back while someone is banging the drum solo on your back, you're being beaten, but with blunt meat cleavers - yes, just like a butcher would.


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