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Whisking

Kvastning DA, Vanojimas LT, Vihdonta FI, vihtlemine ET

A process of stedy and even warming of the bathers body using a steam from bath stove and a special bath whisk made of tree leaves and smal branches. Whisking is also a massage technique by using a stroking and whipping movement with a light or strong intensity; slowly or rapidly.

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