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From Bird-Poop Facials to Snake Massages: 10 Bizarre Spa Treatments

Bizarre Spa Treatments
Caviar Facial (Photo: Raffles Dubai)

Just how out-there will the world’s spas go to give you a healthy glow? Bird-poop facials in Manhattan and massages with slithering snakes in Israel might sound cringe-worthy, but they’ve been known to deliver terrific wellness benefits. These 10 bizarre spa treatments borrow leech saliva, sheep placenta, and more to help you steal back your youth, detox, and relieve stress—if you can get over the initial “ewww” factor.

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