Recognized for its healing powers, mineral and sea salt was used by Hippocrates, the Father of Medicine, to heal the injured hands of fishermen. In 73 B.C., King Herod created one of the first health resorts on the Dead Sea and this idea was later expanded upon by the Roman Empire. By the end of their reign, nearly every city in Europe and the Middle East had access to mineral baths which were also used for public bathing, socializing and exercise.
Dubai has an average temperature of 90 degrees F, so the best time to travel is during the cooler months of November to April where the average temperature is a bearable 79 degrees F. For travelers looking for more heat, temperatures during the summer months average 103 degrees F. Dubai is also devoutly Muslim, so western travelers should avoid the month of Ramadan. The strict religious rules against eating, drinking and smoking apply during the day and could affect your stay.
To promote the healing process, sea salt in the form of warm baths or inhalation can provide more vital oxygen to the blood and circulatory systems. Along with the sea salt baths, Hippocrates had also prescribed the inhalation of sea salt for respiratory ailments. Spas still use both of these procedures today and they show effective results on a variety of ailments including psoriasis, acne, rheumatism and indigestion.
Seaweed and sea mud contain an abundance of minerals from the sea that are vital toward the healing process of human cells. Both procedures are rinsed and used with sea water so that they preserve all of their active ingredients. Used directly on the body, seaweed works to heal conditions, such as rheumatoid arthritis, gout, inflammation, joint injuries and skin problems. The application of sea mud can reduce blood pressure and stimulate the immune system.
The luxurious spas in Dubai offer a variety of services tailored to your every need. Experienced therapists use both traditional and alternative methods to help heal ailments and offer packages that include accommodations as well as excursions.
For example, the Caracalla Spa, part of the five-star Le Meridien resort, is designed with a Roman theme and offers a complete range of beauty treatments ranging from mineral baths to seaweed therapy. The One and Only Royal Mirage is a five-star experience and packages are tailored to individuals who want a total holistic experience with aromatherapy, seaweed wraps, sea salt baths and massage.
