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Gourd fiber is made from many fibers found in tropical fruits in the same family as gourd. The porous properties of the loofah are suitable for exfoliation, making the skin always smooth and smooth. To use it properly, we will put soap and water on a loofah sponge bath and rub all over the body. After use, the loofahs need to be washed, dried and disinfected so that the cotton bath is always clean.

Steps

Part 1 of 2: Using loofah

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   Prepare a piece of loofah. The loofah is usually light yellow in color and has a mild herb scent. This type of cotton bath comes in many shapes and sizes, the most common of which is loofah in the shape of a cylindrical or flat round. The dry loofahs have a hard texture, but they are softer and more pliable after being soaked in hot water.
   • The loofah is found in most stores that specialize in personal care products, including pharmacies.
   • The loofah is different from a plastic bath cotton. Although they are all cotton, loofah is made from plant materials and is more skin-friendly.

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   Wet a loofah in the shower or bath. Warm water will help soften the loofahs faster. However, if you don't want the loofah to be too soft and lose its roughness, just soak a little water before using it.

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   Put the soap on the loofah. Many people use shower gel to absorb the loofahs easily, but you can also rub the bar of soap over the cotton ball. We only need the right amount of soap, about the size of a coin.

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   Scrub your body with a loofah. Rub the loofah around the skin in a gentle but decisive circular motion, starting with the breast area (the skin between the neck and chest). Continue doing this up to the ankle and repeat along the back area. Don't forget to brush your arms and hands.
   • You should rub gently on sensitive areas, such as under your arms.
   • If you are dry skin type, wash the soap on the loofah before rubbing your arms and legs.
   • Alternatively, you can use a loofah in the heel and soles of the feet. Remember to be careful if you are standing on a slippery floor.
   • A circular motion will help remove dead cells and be more gentle on your skin instead of rubbing it up and down.

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   Take a shower with cold water. This step will help shrink pores, making you feel refreshed and refreshed. If you want to lull yourself to sleep with a shower or bath, use warm water. advertisement

Part 2 of 2: Preserving the loofah

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   Wash the loofahs clean after each use. Use clean, hot water to wash off any remaining soap. The soap that forms in the loofahs can cause an unpleasant odor.

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   Let the loofah completely dry between uses. Place the loofahs in a well-ventilated place to dry them completely. This will help prevent bacteria from multiplying inside the loofah. Hang loofahs on a hook outside the bathroom.
   • Leaving the loofah near a vents or fan will also help the cotton dry quickly.
   • Most bathrooms are usually wet, so you should dry the loofah somewhere else.

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   Sterilize the loofah once a week. We can put loofah in the washing machine and choose a hot wash with towels, put it in the dishwasher, in the microwave for 30 seconds or let it boil for a few minutes to prevent bacteria from multiplying. No matter what method you use, do it at least once a week to make sure the loofah is always clean.
   • Recently, dermatologists have found that melon fiber has more potential for bacterial incubation than we think. Therefore, the regular sterilization of loofahs is very important.
   • So is the plastic bath. Although not a natural material, but still has the ability to incubate bacteria.

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   Replace the loofahs every three weeks. After this time, the loofah will start to sag from going through use, machine washing or boiling in boiling water. If not disinfected after three weeks, the loofah will potentially cause disease. In other words, it is time to replace the loofah with a new one.
   • Recently, many people have turned to towels because they are easier to wash and more durable than loofah.
   • If you still prefer loofah, make sure you dry it properly after each use, and change it regularly to keep your body healthy.
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Advice

• Moisturize the skin after each exfoliation.
• If you also want to wash your face with a loofah fiber, use another piece of loofah.

Warning

• When using loofahs for exfoliating, you need to scrub gently but firmly. The skin will be scratched or flaky if you force your hand, and if you rub it too lightly it will not be effective.