Tierra Verde Lufa Oval Small

Product description Tierra Verde Lufa Oval Small

Loofahs are made from the fruit of the plant Luffa cylindrica, also known as cylindrical loofah or Egyptian loofah. Allegedly, even Cleopatra knew that apart from a tasty salad, a first-class cosmetic tool can be easily made from this gourd.

The mature cucumber-like fruits just need to be peeled, immersed in water, and left until the seeds and soft pulp are washed away. What remains are the firm fibers, which after drying and cleaning, turn into natural sponges, washcloths, and other useful items.

Dry loofah is firm and rough, but after soaking in warm water, it quickly softens and increases in volume. Thanks to this transformation, it is excellent for massaging sore muscles, preventing cellulite formation, and for gentle facial skin care. It stimulates blood circulation, smoothens, and softens the skin. It replaces plastic massage sponges and washcloths.

Loofah is suitable for both body and household use. This Egyptian loofah with fine fibers has a really wide range of applications. Traditionally, it is used in skin care – it massages and stimulates circulation, removes dead skin cells, and unclogs pores. However, it can also replace plastic dish sponges. With a practical loop for hanging, without chemical treatment, and easily compostable.

Uses:

• Washcloth for the body
• For massages (peeling, sauna use)
• Dish and cleaning sponge (sinks, bathtubs), recommended to combine with Dish Gel with BIO Lemon Essential Oil and Lemon Gel - for limescale.

How to use:

• After each use, thoroughly rinse the loofah with clean hot water
• Then let it dry by hanging it by the loop
• Store in a dry place (beware of high humidity, especially in bathrooms, as there is a risk of mold)
• Regularly clean the loofah with hot water to prevent the growth of unwanted microorganisms
• With proper care, it will last for many months
• The fibers of the loofah gradually break down with use, and the remainder is easily compostable

What makes the Egyptian loofah exceptional?

Loofah from Egypt has dense, flexible, fine, and porous fibers, making it perfect for skin and facial care (massages, peeling, sauna use). More commonly available is the cheaper Asian loofah, which does not have such firm fibers, is less water-resistant, and is not as comfortable in contact with the skin.

You can also use an oval loofah as a soap dish for natural soaps. Once the loofah has served its purpose, you can dispose of it in the compost, where it will easily decompose.

Product code

• TV09810