Loofahs, also known as luffas, are a popular choice for cleansing and exfoliating the skin during bathing. Dermatologists, however, often advise against their use and suggest alternative tools. The ...

Knowing when to replace your shampoo, conditioner and body wash is easy — when the bottle is empty, you know it’s time. But knowing when to replace your loofah? That can be a bit harder. Just like ...

Loofahs aren’t exactly what you think they are. There’s no better feeling than getting into the shower at the end of a long day and starting your skincare routine. But when shopping for your shower ...

Loofahs have become a typical add-on to our shower routines. They are natural, scrubby, and good for removing dead skin. But for some, that favourite bath sponge may be causing more harm than good. If ...

Loofahs — sometimes spelled luffas — are popular shower accessories used for cleaning and exfoliating your skin. Some people think that “all-natural” loofahs are made of sea sponge or dried coral ...

Every product on this page was chosen by a Harper's BAZAAR editor. We may earn commission on some of the items you choose to buy. Loofah sponges are known for creating a nice lather, as well as gently ...

Time to ditch the loofah and use one of these derm-approved body wash techniques instead. Fact checked by Haley Mades Reviewed by Hadley King, MD Fact checked by Haley Mades Reviewed by Hadley King, ...

Clean or replace your loofah *this* often because it’s a straight-up bacteria playground You use your shower scrubber to clean your body from head-to-toe, but if you're not replacing it or giving it a ...

"Loofahs are hygienic to start out with," Esther Angert, Ph.D., associate professor in the department of microbiology at Cornell University, tells The Huffington Post. "It's how they are maintained ...