Loofah- Sisal- Rami- Konjac -Technical information and uses

The loofah glove, késako?

Loofah or loofah is a cousin of squash and cucumber which is part of the cucurbit family. It is usually found in the tropics and subtropics. Loofah produces fruits that are dried to turn them into a sponge. The dried fruit is then rehydrated so that it can be used. The best quality loofahs are found in Egypt. They have indeed a much resistant fiber than its cousins ​​from other countries and can boast an incredible flexibility. An ecological product, the loofah is 100% biodegradable.

In addition to this, you will need to know more about it.

Be careful not to confuse the loofah glove and the Kessa glove . The latter is originally made from goat hair, but more is found in synthetic fibers.

How to use a loofah glove?

The loofah glove is perfect for gently pampering your skin. Avoid products that attack your skin, with the loofah your skin will thank you. To use your exotic sponge, you must first moisten it to soften it. Then add a dab of shower gel or better, black soap . The loofah glove is indeed particularly suitable for scrub with black soap .

We always start with the lower body, massage from the ankles to the waist, from the bottom to the top, then in more pronounced circular movements. Don't forget the arms, back, buttocks and chest, always making circular movements. For the bust, take it easy, it's a sensitive area!

We recommend that you use the loofah glove once a week so as not to dry out and irritate the skin. For the rougher parts, you can scrub your skin several times a week (without overdoing it of course!)

The virtues of the loofah glove

Cleaning your skin with a loofah glove will allow your skin to breathe better and make it more supple. Thanks to the circular movements performed, you improve blood circulation and prevent the formation of fatty deposits.

Also, if you epilate regularly, use a loofah glove on the areas to be epilated. It will prevent ingrown hairs and reduce the feeling of tearing. The loofah is therefore an essential accessory for exfoliation in the hammam way .

Prefer the Egyptian loofah to the Asian which is much more effective and resistant. Above all, it is important to maintain your equipment! Rinse it with hot water after each use and dry it in a dry place. Machine wash it about once a month. If you follow all of these recommendations, your loofah glove will last at least 6 months.

The loofah glove is a complementary hammam accessory to the kessa glove. You can alternate the two for additional use. Both are an integral part of the traditional hammam ritual .

Sisal is a natural fiber obtained from the leaves of the Agave sisalana Perrine, a plant that was originally found in Mexico.

It has two advantages for the beauty of the skin and the maintenance of the body: the rough face allows to exfoliate the skin texture, to massage the epidermis and therefore to activate blood circulation, and we can be sure that this sponge is of 100% natural origin.

Using advice :
Use in the shower or in the bath.