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Kessa Exfoliation Glove
Rough-textured mitt used in Moroccan hammam rituals to scrub and exfoliate skin after applying black soap.
History & Cultural Context
The kessa glove is an essential part of the hammam experience. After steaming and applying savon beldi, the attendant uses the kessa to scrub away dead skin. The ritual has been practiced for centuries.
Materials
- Woven fiber (synthetic or natural blend)Rough-textured weave for exfoliation
Production Techniques
- Loom weavingTraditional
Woven on looms to achieve the specific rough texture
Production Notes
Woven from a rough synthetic or natural fiber blend on looms. The texture is deliberately abrasive. Usually sold in pairs or bundled with black soap.
Quality Indicators
Quality
Firm, rough texture that maintains shape when wet
Price Ranges
Budget10 – 25 MAD(~$1 – $3)
Single glove, basic quality
Mid-range25 – 60 MAD(~$3 – $6)
Pair of gloves, good texture, durable
Premium60 – 120 MAD(~$6 – $12)
Premium set with black soap and ghassoul clay