Oasis Moroccan Bath will open Oct. 18 at 3208 S. Shepherd Drive, Houston. The spa will offer traditional Hammam beauty treatments, which date back to ancient Arabia and center around using water or steam to hydrate the skin.
Guests who visit the shop will be provided hibiscus tea and a towel infused with essential oils prior to their treatments. The spa itself includes private relaxation rooms, which are filled with steam during a massage that takes place on a covered marble table.
The masseuse uses a black beldi soap infused with argan oil to start, which is followed by Rhassoul clay and a shampoo rinse. Guests then shower under a rain water showerhead before an orange body balm is applied to further hydrate the skin.
The shop will be run by Saba Syed, who said in a press release that she handpicks every product used in the store. The shop will also have a retail component, where products such as Cinq Mondes will be sold. Spa packages range from $125 to $375.
In a separate press release, officials with the River Oaks District announced the expected November opening of Mexico-based Ojo de Agua at 4444 Westheimer Road, Ste. D140, Houston.
The casual dining restaurant and artisan market can be found at 40 locations across Mexico, and the River Oaks location will be the first to open in Texas.
Ingredients used in the food will be authentically sourced, and the restaurant will also offer an extensive fresh juice menu. Food offerings will include acai bowls, chilaquiles, ranchero eggs, avocado truffle toast, lobster grilled cheese and a Kobe burger.
Alcoholic drinks will also be offered, including micheladas, local craft beers, wine-based fruit cocktails and mimosas mixed with a variety of juice options. An on-site retail market will allow guests to purchase fresh produce and salsas, among other items.
The venue's interior will be based on open-air Mexican markets and will feature artisan decor sourced mostly from Mexico or from Mexican artists.
