Kobido facial massage in Marrakech

Kobido is a facial massage from Japan: a quick, precise sequence of movements on the face, neck and décolleté that releases tension in the features and gives them back their tone. An hour, no devices, in your room in Marrakech, ideally before a dinner or an event.

A woman sweeping a gua sha stone across her cheek

A massage, not a cosmetic facial

Most facials rely on products: cleansers, scrubs, masks. Kobido relies on the hands. The therapist strings together quick strokes, light pinches, smoothing and gentle tapping, working the facial muscles the way the back muscles are worked in a massage.

We hold a great deal of tension in the face without noticing: a clenched jaw, a forehead creased against the sun, a frown at a screen. That is the tension kobido releases, which is why the features look rested afterwards.

What to expect

Straight afterwards, the face looks relaxed, smoother and brighter, and circulation revives the complexion. It is a fresh look that lasts an evening, not a facelift. We do not promise that wrinkles will disappear, and you should be wary of anyone who does.

Marrakech sun and dry air pull on facial skin. A kobido mid-stay, after a few days of sightseeing, is often when it makes the most difference.

The short format

If you only have thirty minutes, the glow facial massage, with argan oil, works the face and scalp more gently. It is easy to add at the end of a body massage.

For full preparation before a wedding or a dinner, kobido can be followed by make-up at home: relaxed skin takes foundation better.

The treatments offered

Massages

  • Glow face massage30 minBook

Facials

  • Kobido Japanese face massage60 minBook

In practice

Length
60 minutes, face, neck and décolleté.
Position
Lying on your back, on our table.
Make-up
Removed at the start of the session, nothing to prepare.
Avoid
Straight after injections or an aesthetic procedure, and on sunburnt skin.
Short format
Glow facial massage, 30 minutes, with argan oil.

Frequently asked questions

Does kobido replace injections?

No, and we do not present it that way. It is a massage that relaxes and revives the face. If you have had injections, wait for your doctor's go-ahead before a facial massage.

How long does the effect last?

The relaxed, bright look shows on the day and the day after. As with any massage, it is temporary.

Is it suitable for men?

Yes. Many men enjoy it for the jaw and forehead, which are often very tense. Just avoid having shaved very recently, to prevent irritation.

Can I have it before a wedding?

Yes, the day before or that morning. Book early for a specific date, especially at weekends, and combine it with hair and make-up if needed.

Book a kobido

An hour for your face, where you are staying. Let us know if it is to prepare for an event.