Why Loofah Brushes Are The UnSung Heroes of The Shower
Just make sure to replace them often!
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Although there is nothing inherently wrong with cleansing your skin every day with a regular washcloth, adding a little extra power wouldn't hurt either. The power in question is none other than a loofah—those netted puff balls you pass by in the bath aisle of your favorite home retailer. Loofahs vary in size and style, from fluffy balls to sticks to exfoliating. Essentially, these shower accessories simultaneously clean and exfoliate your skin to reveal smoother, lighter, and clearer skin. However, your preferred body washis the key to enhancing your skin's texture and color. Were you looking to upgrade your shower experience? Scroll down for nine reasons why a loofah is an unsung hero in your shower routine.
EcoTools Recycled Delicate Bath Loofah
Pros
- Lathers well
Cons
- Can fall apart after a while
Made of recycled net and scrunched up into a fluffy ball, this loofah is so soft and gentle that it makes exfoliating a breeze. Whether you opt for body wash or a soap bar, this loofah lathers super well and doesn't leave your skin feeling stripped or scratchy
Pros
- Comes with an elastic for grip
Cons
- Loses strength over time
This sponge has two faces: One face features a rugged cleansing area while the other side has an elastic band for grip. The textured side is gentle enough for all body areas, but it works especially well to slough away dead skin on your feet.
Spongentle Ultra Soft Body Loofah Sponge
Pros
- Dual-sided textures
Cons
- Can get too thick in size
Spongentle's loofah is dual-sided to address all your skin needs. There's a deep exfoliating side that feels a bit rougher to easily get rid of dead skin and buildup and a gentle side for a quick wash-and-go shower. The sponge starts off flat, then expands when doused in water.
Pros
- Comes in glove form
Cons
- Can take a while to dry
A loofah morphed into a sponge—who doesn't love a hybrid cleansing product? The textured edges of the glove and the soft loofah center work to reach every area of your body and give you the best clean of your life
Mr.Cui' Shop Natural Exfoliating Loofah Bath Brush
Pros
- Easily reaches the back area
Cons
- Can feel rough
Chances are you've probably slightly hurt yourself while trying to scrub your back. This loofah back brush has a long stick that helps you clean those hard-to-reach areas on your back without pulling a muscle in the process.
Pros
- Has great stretch
Cons
- May need to lather more than once
You haven't experienced a proper cleanse until you've used a Sapo sponge. A Sapo sponge has get stretch to reach whatever area you need and is flexible enough to clean your back, your feet, and everywhere in between.
AQUIS Double-Sided Exfoliating & Cleansing Back Scrubber
Pros
- Comes with handles for ease
Cons
- May need to lather more than once
Aquis' stretchy, double-sided back scrubber has a microfiber fabric on one side and a scrubber to help remove any build-up that a normal washcloth can't. It's also designed with a handle on each end to scrub your back quickly.
Pros
- Comes with a handle grip
Cons
- Can fall apart after awhile
Here's a back scrubber that comes with a loofah attached. Lather up your body as normal with the loofah, then use the stick to cleanse your mid- and lower back with ease, courtesy of the rubber handle.
Pros
- Machine washable
Cons
- May need to lather more than once
Frequent travelers will love this variety pack of exfoliating gloves, which stretch to fit most hand sizes, gently cleanse the skin, and are machine washable.
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