Traditions of Russian Banya

02
Apr

Wear a felt hat to protect your head from overheating
Spend no more than 5-10 minutes in parnaya (steam room) to begin with
Cool down in the lounge area for about 15 minutes and re-hydrate with some herbal tea
Back to parnaya for a detoxifying honey & sea salt scrub, which will melt deep into your pores under the heat of the steam room. Next comes stress relieving parenie with veniki
Now plunge into cold water for a buzz like no other
Repeat the process as desired
Have a massage or enjoy a relaxing wash on a warm hammam stone
Relax in the lounge and enjoy some freshly squeezed juice or cranberry mors and blini or crayfish with beer