Loofah Body Scrubber

A real plant loofah for the shower — not plastic mesh. This natural Egyptian loofah sponge is round, generously sized (about 6.7 × 6 inches), and made for gentle everyday exfoliation on body (and face if your skin likes a light scrub).

What it is:

Egyptian loofah is a dried plant fiber sponge with thicker, more flexible fibers and a looser weave than many smaller sponges. It ships compressed/flat and softens and expands once it soaks in warm water. No dyes and no petroleum-based plastic — just natural loofah with a cotton rope handle for hanging.

What it can do:

Used with soap or body wash, it helps buff away dull surface skin, works up a good lather, and leaves skin feeling smoother so moisturizer sinks in better. It’s a simple shower scrubber for men, women, and anyone who wants a plant-based alternative to plastic poufs.

Scent: Not scented (natural plant fiber — any mild plant scent fades after the first few washes)

Materials: 100% natural Egyptian loofah; cotton rope handle

Size: Large round sponge, about 6.7 × 6 inches (one sponge)

How to use:

Soak the loofah in warm water for a few minutes until it softens and opens up. Add soap or body wash and scrub body in gentle circles. For face, use only if your skin tolerates light physical exfoliation — keep pressure soft and avoid broken skin, rashes, or sunburn. Rinse well after each use, squeeze out excess water, and hang by the rope to dry completely between showers (good airflow helps it last longer). Replace when the fibers break down or it no longer dries fully.

Care tip: Don’t leave it sitting in a wet puddle on the tub floor — hang it dry.

Sold at Kneeling Nun Mercantile in Silver City, New Mexico.