Banya No.1’s body wash is a traditional Siberian treatment that involves whole-body washing with whipping foam combined with a gentle massage with fragrant and exfoliating birch twigs. Just imagine … you are lying on the hot stone in a humid atmosphere and your body is slowly being covered by light puffs of soft and thick … Read more

After undertaking any type of sporting activity, you may experience muscle sensitivity, soreness, tightness or even cramps. These feelings are quite normal as exercise can cause microscopic or minor tears in muscle fibres, giving rise to inflammation. While muscle fatigue can appear immediately after an exercise routine, muscle pain may be delayed. Overall muscle recovery … Read more

No visit to Banya No.1 would be complete without trying our mud face mask and full body mud wrap! As these treatments use mud originating from the Dead Sea, you will soon feel the benefit of its high levels of minerals and the unique combination of organic components. Calcium, zinc, iron, magnesium, potassium and many … Read more

The unique bathing tradition has been present within society since ancient times. Each nation had its own type of baths where people would go to freshen up, relax and recharge their batteries. However, the temperature of the water and air, the level of humidity and the bathing rituals varied from country to country. Ancient Egyptian … Read more

Are you wondering whether you can bring your children to the banya? Well, this article offers some tips and recommendations on how to introduce the banya to the younger generation. In fact, there are no strict conditions regarding the age at which children can be brought to the banya. Nevertheless, most paediatricians believe that a … Read more

A visit to the steam room is a traditional ritual that has been a part of different cultures and national customs since time immemorial. It has long been recognised that this type of bathing ritual strengthens the immune system, improves the cardiovascular system, speeds up the metabolism, removes toxins and rejuvenates the skin. In fact, … Read more