The best Bath Loofahs: Reddit reviews

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If you want to find one local and there is an Asian Market near you, you should more than likely be able to find one there. They're pretty cheap, and machine washable which is pretty great.

Here is an Amazon link for reference, or if you just want to buy it there.

i used to get pretty bad back-ne so i started using this type of wash cloth. it might be a little harsh and take some getting used to but my back-ne cleared up, and it really helped the keratosis pilaris on my legs. i know everybody is suggesting essentially a traditional towel-like washcloth, but this is like if a regular loofah was just one long strip and a little rougher

I call it a loofah too and you search on amazon for loofahs and they show up called loofahs. Internet has to be all achktually.

Bath Shower Sponge Loofahs (60g/pcs) Mesh Pouf Shower Ball, Mesh Bath and Shower Sponge Pack of 4 https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01F88BMC8/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_zXNYBbNXFJN3N

I think a subtle upgrade is the softness of your skin. I've been working on trying to get my skin and lips a soft and moisturized as possible. I've been using kiehls lip balm followed by laneige lip sleeping mask as my everyday balm. I try to put squalene on my lips at night too.I've seen a huge improvement and gotten a few compliments.

For my skin I use an exfoliating towel while showering. Then I spray glycolic toner from The Ordinary and this Korean moisturizing toner on damp skin. Then I lotion with organic shea butter and sunscreen. If I really want to look like a glazed donut I use Mr. Teals body oil to top it off. But once my skin absorbs everything my skin is so soft. The glycolic toner helps with bring a natural brightness to the skin and the moisturizing toner helps your skin absorb other products. I've gotten so many compliments since doing this.

I use Veet ready to use wax strips. That was the only wax that did not make me breakout nor did it cause any ingrown hair. I go to Europeean wax center for my bikini and eyebrows. So after waxing, I would recommend you exfoliating the areas you waxed and then using a hair minimizer lotion.

For the hair minimizer, I use completely bare don’t grow there. That usually does the trick.

For exfoliating, I use these washcloths I bought from Amazon.

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07WKBYXRC/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_glt_fabc_2AAC24Q1R54810C8XDBH

Doesn't matter what you use, buy one of these. Salux Nylon Japanese exfoliating bath towel

I use this thing here for exfoliating and since going low waste in my life. So far I has lasted a year and is still perfect. https://www.amazon.com/SALUX-Nylon-Japanese-Beauty-Cloth/dp/B000CSDDDG/ref=mp_s_a_1_4?dchild=1&keywords=salux+exfoliating+cloth&qid=1627743464&sr=8-4

A lot of people swear by the for their pillaris. I know since using it, my very very very very mild starting of pillaris went away and hasn't been back.

The same brand makes an extra strength one too.

https://www.amazon.com/Salux-Super-Nylon-Japanese-Beauty/dp/B006WZD7FW/ref=mp_s_a_1_10?dchild=1&keywords=salux+exfoliating+cloth&qid=1627743464&sr=8-10

I exfoliate with a Korean style scrub cloth when I shower, and especially before I shave. It seems to reduce/eliminate any ingrowns/bumps I get!

I use these right now:

Songwol towel Korean Exfoliating Large Viscose 100% Bath Gloves SkyBlue (5 Pcs)

https://smile.amazon.com/dp/B07CJLKLDX/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_glt_fabc_PTW49YYE1VZMZYMAPVZ0?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1

You get one of these

https://smile.amazon.com/dp/B000CSDDDG/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_fabc_sIZPFb5XKKDNZ

1.5-2 pumps of Dove bodywash into the rag, lather it up and then it's more than enough to clean your whole body. That rag exfoliates really well and then dries out completely to kill any germs.

So many good answers here, and I'd add a bottle (or powder mix) of Pocari Sweat. I looooved this when we went to Tokyo, and couldn't get enough. I don't know who Mr. Pocari is, but his sweat is delish

edited to add: Also, this scrubby shower cloth - Salux is amazing

Try one of these Asian srubbers. I grew up using these. Kept my skin super soft and nice even without lotion and using shitty soap. After adding an after shower moisturizer, game over. Long enough to get all of your back easily as well. And they dry quick, so less worries about them becoming icky.

I don't shave my body hair anymore because of this, and because of just generally not giving a fuck -- to me, anyone who judges me for what I do with my own body hair isn't worth me being uncomfortable for. So just know thatil it's okay if you do decide to stop removing the hair!

If you decide to continue or need to get past the stubble phae, there are a few things I used to do when I was younger and still worried about body hair removal for myself:

-- exfoliate well before shaving; I use an exfoliator mitt like this one after soaking in a hot bath for 15-20 minutes

-- use natural deodorants on underarms instead of the typical chemically ones

-- pat shaven skin dry afterward rather than rubbing with a towel, and then leave the area uncovered or wear loose fabrics (not leggings or jeans) as much as you can

-- get some of those oatmeal bath packets from the drugstore to have on hand if things get super itchy

-- legs: moisturize the area well with unscented lotions or oils; I tended to go as stripped down as I could and use vitamin E oil and jojoba oil. Oil takes a little longer to absorb than some lotions, but I found it less potentially irritating than even the unscented lotions for sensitive skin

-- for pubic hair, using powder along the leg creases between vulva and thigh can help prevent chafing and irritation compounded by moisture; it can also help to go without underwear when you're just around home and can wear loose clothes. (Also def important to ditch the undies at night to let the area breathe)

--loose clothing is really important, I find -- especially when the stubble is growing out, to me it wasn't the hair itself but the way it rubbed against fabrics and irritated the skin

Hello, I’m east asian and my entire fam/extended fam swear by this. It’s a pretty rough cloth but it strips all dead skin clean off. You’ll get used to it. Use it like twice a week and you’re golden (not more than that though or it’ll dry u out) I use a gentle body wash with it.

Then I use palmers cocoa butter lotion. My skin is very soft, and I always get compliments on it when ppl touch me. Same with my whole fam.

If u try it out, please let me know.

This wash cloth, some proper bar soap that is about as gentle as dish soap and good bit of elbow grease will make you feel like reborn after use. I rarely do it since I'm lazy and usually just hand scrub myself but when I feel like there is more than just a bit of sweat and oil on my skin after working in any dusty/dirty environment, nothing will make me feel more refreshed than proper wash with these.

Salux Japanese wash cloth/towel

I can't fully explain how good this thing is. Nobody seems to ever believe me. It exfoliates just by using it. By that I mean, you don't have to press hard, just soap yourself down and it exfoliates along the way. It rinses and dries quickly. You can hit your entire back (best back scratch I've ever had, first time I used it I literally had an emotional moment). I got poison ivy on my legs a few months back and oh my god this thing was heaven.

I found these by googling "exfoliating wash cloth" and I've never looked back.

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08YN28CS4?psc=1&ref=ppx_yo2ov_dt_b_product_details

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This has left my skin so soft! I use it in the shower when my skin is wet.

Get a puff like this or you can find them mounted on sticks for back and legs: https://www.amazon.com/Bath-Shower-Sponge-Loofahs-Mesh/dp/B01F88BMC8/ref=sr_1_5?keywords=shower%2Bpuff&qid=1655607975&sr=8-5&th=1

Good luck!

dead skin. Use a viscose glove added a link to a good one below you just take shower wash your body and then do this towards the end and rub off your whole body leaving it soft. Make sure to moisturize after

https://www.amazon.com/Korean-Asian-Exfoliating-Cloth-Mitt/dp/B08G44JCK5/ref=sr\_1\_1\_sspa?crid=3JKDTCY5Y4M1U&keywords=korean+viscose+gloves&qid=1652399983&sprefix=korean+viscose+glove%2Caps%2C118&sr=8-1-spons&psc=1&spLa=Z...

Talk to your doctor about it. Skin is a major organ, and that build up can cause serious infection. It might even be a sign of something like a fungal infection or allergic reaction. Find out what kind of home care you can do, tub baths, warm compresses, gentle scrubs or moisturizers. I use this nylon salux washcloth and it helps get dead skin off, like after the 30# cast finally came off.

I have bad scarring from multiple surgeries. One of my PT buddies, a BIG guy, saw some of my scars and he screamed WOW SIS, YOUR SCARS! HORRORS! I called him a big sissy and we laughed and laughed. We had the same surgery. His scars were like hairlines. I have more now. One of the grossest is the incision through my navel, it tends to grow excess skin and every so often a bunch of dead skin falls out. Ya think it's just navel lint, and then... hork! Sorry.

Virtual fist bump, you got this!

Head & Shoulders Classic Clean! I swear by this!! The pyrithione zinc in it is what does the trick. Get one of these exfoliating washcloths, scrub your back with it really well with the head & shoulders, and let it sit for a couple minutes before rinsing. I would do this daily at the end of my showers after putting my hair in a towel (to make sure I wasn't leaving any conditioner sitting on my back). Totally cleared up my skin within 2/3 weeks!!

I've always used one of those shower poofs: https://www.amazon.com/Bath-Shower-Sponge-Loofahs-Mesh/dp/B01F88BMC8?th=1

Washclothes always felt like they clung to body hair and pulled on it, or soap would just wash off too quickly.

Click Here to see the Amazon listing for them, and you can Click Here for the version that Walmart is selling, but if you have access to a Dollar Tree I’d recommend buying there. Literally $1 and they come “infused” with things like coconut oil, tea tree oil, or charcoal. $9.99 usd is pretty steep when you can buy them for $1 but if you don’t have access to the Dollar Tree or don’t support them then the listings I’ve linked above will work just fine - it’s the same product just a different brand! Don’t be fooled by how thin they are, it looks like a cheap piece of crap that you would never want to buy LOL it’s almost see through BUT whatever it’s made out of works very well. CAUTION ⚠️ these exfoliate ALOT so if you have sensistive skin go easy and gradually build up a tolerance for it. If you scrub too hard you will take your first layer of skin right off, exposing the dermis to all kinds of germs and leaving your skin super irritated. If you’re like me, I have very very dry skin that flakes and I need a strong exfoliator to remove the dead skin and built up product (like my deodorant). These exfoliate better and stay cleaner than a wash cloth, you can ring it out and it dries completely in 30 minutes which inhibits bacteria growth. You can and should use it with your favorite body wash!

3 products that absolutely changed the dry, flakey skin game for me: 1. Aveeno Restorative Skin Therapy body wash
2. Seraphic Skincare Korean Exfoliating Mitts (1pc) Microdermabrasion at Home, Exfoliating Gloves Visibly Lift Away Dead Skin, Great for Spray Tan Removal or Keratosis Pilaris, Made of 100% Viscose Fiber https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08YN28CS4/ref=cm_sw_r_apan_i_NMEQ9J1FW2EFZS1FC7RC?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1 3. Curel Ultra Healing lotion (red label)

Check it out here. I use it on my entire body then follow up with Amlactin, then seal with almond oil.

Also physical exfoliation. I picked one of these up and I use it once or twice a week and it helps cut down on the bumps on my arms and legs.

Seraphic Skincare Korean Exfoliating Mitts (1pc) Microdermabrasion at Home, Exfoliating Gloves Visibly Lift Away Dead Skin, Great for Spray Tan Removal or Keratosis Pilaris, Made of 100% Viscose Fiber https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08YN28CS4/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_38S0CXEMKVSB16A51WQ3?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1

Do your self a favor and get you one of these, this has helped me out so much. I also take 500mg Pantothenic Acid (vitamin B5) every day that has had a noticeable effect with the cystic acne.

Salux Super Hard Nylon Japanese Beauty Skin Bath Wash Cloth/towel (Grey)(Japan Import) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B006WZD7FW/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_glt_i_HB6QZ7XX74SCEA515ABK?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1

Korean Asian Exfoliating Cloth Mitt - Large Viscos Italy Bath Towel, Body Scrubbing Scrub Washcloth, 5 pcs https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08G44JCK5/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_glt_fabc_MR63Y251NRFY653J5TT3?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1

This is what we use to exfoliate our skin.

Hey, I don't know if you'll read this, but I'm sorry you're experiencing this.

Instead of a face cloth, use an exfoliating towel like this, they are reusable and can last over six months each if you put them in the wash. Five of them are for five US dollars, and if you share your cashapp, I'm sure redditors (me included) would love to send some money to help you get the hygiene products you need. You lather any kind of soap (bar soaps are about a dollar at most stores), and wipe down your body. It exfoliates your skin, so you'll be cleaner for longer.

To freshen up, use glycolic acid (there are cheaper versions I can link you to, this is eight US dollars and lasts many months as well). You apply a little into a cotton pad, and wipe down your pits and other areas of concern. It can be a harsh, though, so don't apply near the sensitive skin of the genital region.

For your hair, I'd need a bit more information to recommend a cheap solution. Is your scalp flaky/dry? Does it have excess oil?

Good luck friend, I hope everything goes well for you.

I got rid of the itchies with this routine.

Use sensitive skin soap and these bath towels to exfoliate. https://www.amazon.com/dp/B000CSDDDG/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apan_glt_fabc_KGA0VRG1P53ADTZRSAPV

Use sensitive skin shaving cream, and make sure your hands are clean. Rinse your razor head with witch hazel before starting. Preferabley with a fresh razor. (understand able that razors are expensive, if it can't be fresh, just make sure it's clean.)

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B000VV0E90/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apan_glt_fabc_C3935CXFMR9ZR5HTKEFN

Shave, going with grain first, then back the other way. Directly after shaving and rinsing the shaving cream with hot water, squirt the shaved area with witch hazel. After rubbing the witch hazel into your freshly shaved area, rinse the alcohol with very cold water before leaving the shower (this closes your pores before exposing them to potentially harmful bacteria picked up from say, your towel) make sure to softly pat dry anything you've shaved.

Use sensitive skin lotion, but WAIT 12-18 hours after shaving. If the itchies come back, repeat this process and they will go away. If you can't or don't have time to shave, do everythinf on this list but shave. Keep the exfoliating towel, razor, and towel you dry with clean. Foliculitis is cause by bacteria.

Sincerely, a girl who finally beat the ithies.

My legs are like this in the winter. I find that using a nylon scrub towel and Amlactin helps.

https://www.amazon.com/SALUX-Nylon-Japanese-Beauty-Cloth/dp/B000CSDDDG/ref=sr\_1\_8?dchild=1&keywords=japanese+nylon+towel&qid=1627318817&sr=8-8