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Buff, lather, and exfoliate with these supersoft loofahs.

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The best loofahs can enhance your entire shower experience (and were talking from experience).

Each loofah was evaluated on its ease of use, level of exfoliation, material, and overall effectiveness.

He loved that the loofah provided effective yet gentle exfoliation without causing any irritation or redness.

Lather Natural Sea Wool Sponge

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Her only complaint is that it doesnt have loops to provide a more secure grip while scrubbing.

Mary, tester:The mesh exfoliator removes dry, flaky skin from my legs and arms.

I use it as a pre-shave exfoliator, and it’s an excellent priming tool for applying sunless tanner.

A person before and after using the Lather Natural Sea Wool Sponge

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Luffa feels stiff when dry, but it becomes pliable and easy to lather once fully wet.

It swept away dead skin cells and left her skin noticeably smoother and cleaner with regular use.

This loofah isnt particularly fast-drying, though, so be sure to hang it in a well-ventilated place.

A person holds up the Lather Natural Sea Wool Sponge

It was soft and easy to use.

It could be a real game-changer if you suffer fromclogged poresandbacne.

After using it, her skin felt utterly refreshed.

A person before and after using the Lather Natural Sea Wool Sponge

Toni, tester:They werent kidding when they called it a scarfthis thing is long!

But that actually makes it much easier to scrub your back, which I really appreciated.

The length also gives it a nice, full feel in hand, making it easy to use.

A person holds up the Lather Natural Sea Wool Sponge

According to our tester, the MainBasics Bath Shower Loofah provides a gentle refresh without unnecessary irritation.

As someone with sensitive skin, the loofah didnt irritate at all.

Our tester said the gadget made her shower feel high-tech and luxe.

LuvScrub Mesh Body Exfoliator

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It comes with a vibration setting that supercharged the exfoliation process and even helped prevent herkeratosis pilarisbumps.

It even comes with a strap so you might store it in your shower to dry.

Caitlyn Martyn, associate editor:It has a light vibration that amps up the exfoliation process.

A person scrubs their arm with the LuvScrub Mesh Body Exfoliator

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It’s not abrasive but rather adds a slightly deeper clean.

It lathered nicely with my body wash and helped prevent KP from developing on the backs of my arms.

According to our tester, this pick’s standout feature is its ability to hold and spread soap.

A person holds up the LuvScrub Mesh Body Exfoliator

It foamed up like a dream and covered her body in suds with a single pass.

Ashley, tester:It’s squishy and soft!

It was able to distribute soap well allover my body without having to do multiple passes.

A person scrubs their arm with the LuvScrub Mesh Body Exfoliator

It’s nonirritating, and I still felt clean after each use.

What’s better: shower exfoliation or dry brushing?

Exfoliating in the shower (with a loofah or other exfoliating tool) anddry brushingoffer skin-enhancing benefits.

A person holds up the LuvScrub Mesh Body Exfoliator

No matter which method you choose, always follow up withbody lotionto prevent dryness and irritation.

According to Ross, you should machine wash your loofah in hot water at least once a week.

You may have one that recommends replacement after a set amount of time.

Almooni Natural Loofah Exfoliating Body Scrubber

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Read the packaging or instructions for detailed information on your specific loofah.

In most cases, this means the exfoliating material will be connected to some sort of handle.

She is partial to an exfoliating glove in the winter to help eradicate dry patches and smooth her skin.

The Almooni Natural Loofah Exfoliating Body Scrubber before and after use

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Azeez, Musibau & Bello, Olugbenga & Adedeji, Adewumi.

Traditional And Medicinal Uses Of Luffa cylindrica : A Review.

Journal of Medicinal Plants Studies 2320-3862.

A person uses the Almooni Natural Loofah Exfoliating Body Scrubber on their arm

A person holds up the Almooni Natural Loofah Exfoliating Body Scrubber

The Almooni Natural Loofah Exfoliating Body Scrubber before and after use

A person uses the Almooni Natural Loofah Exfoliating Body Scrubber on their arm

A person holds up the Almooni Natural Loofah Exfoliating Body Scrubber

ecoTools Lathering EcoPouf Bath Sponge

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The ecoTools Lathering EcoPouf Bath Sponge before and after use

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A person scrubs their arm with the ecoTools Lathering EcoPouf Bath Sponge

A person holds up the ecoTools Lathering EcoPouf Bath Sponge

The ecoTools Lathering EcoPouf Bath Sponge before and after use

A person scrubs their arm with the ecoTools Lathering EcoPouf Bath Sponge

A person holds up the ecoTools Lathering EcoPouf Bath Sponge

Hanni Shower Scarf

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The Hanni Shower Scarf before and after use

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A person lathers the Hanni Shower Scarf with soap

A person holds up the Hanni Shower Scarf and box

The Hanni Shower Scarf before and after use

A person lathers the Hanni Shower Scarf with soap

A person holds up the Hanni Shower Scarf and box

MainBasics Main Basics Bath Shower Loofah Sponge Pouf

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A person before and after using the MainBasics Main Basics Bath Shower Loofah

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A person lathers soap into the MainBasics Main Basics Bath Shower Loofah

The MainBasics Main Basics Bath Shower Loofah after use

A person before and after using the MainBasics Main Basics Bath Shower Loofah

A person lathers soap into the MainBasics Main Basics Bath Shower Loofah

The MainBasics Main Basics Bath Shower Loofah after use

PMD Clean Body

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The PMD Clean Body Smart Body Cleansing Device before and after use

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The PMD Clean Body Smart Body Cleansing Device is lathered with soap

The PMD Clean Body Smart Body Cleansing Device before and after use

The PMD Clean Body Smart Body Cleansing Device is lathered with soap

Shower Bouquet Charcoal Bath Loofah

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A person before and after using the SHOWER BOUQUET Loofah-Bath-Sponge

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A person lathers soap in the SHOWER BOUQUET Loofah-Bath-Sponge

A person holds up the SHOWER BOUQUET Loofah-Bath-Sponge

A person before and after using the SHOWER BOUQUET Loofah-Bath-Sponge

A person lathers soap in the SHOWER BOUQUET Loofah-Bath-Sponge

A person holds up the SHOWER BOUQUET Loofah-Bath-Sponge

image of a person using LuvScrub Mesh Body Exfoliator on their arm

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