Yao bath is of high value and is the cultural crystallization and heritage of the Yao people. It is believed that it has national characteristics and medical characteristics, and can cure diseases and change physical condition.

The efficacy of Yao bath varies according to the Yao medicine selected, and it usually has the effects of keeping healthy and calming the nerves, relaxing muscles and tendons, restoring and conditioning women, expelling toxin and beautifying the face.