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QuestionCan you eat a loofah?Laura Martin is a Licensed Cosmetologist based in Milledgeville, Georgia. She has been working as a hair stylist since 2007, and began a career as a cosmetology teacher in 2013. She worked as a teacher at Arrojo Cosmetology School, teaching cosmetology practices, hairstyling, and hair color application. She also brought her cosmetology expertise to her work as a staff writer for fashion blog Style Noted, writing pieces related to hair and fashion. She received an MFA in Creative Writing from Georgia College & State University, where she was also an English Teaching Fellow. Additionally, she received a BA in Creative Writing and Literature from New York University.You can eat young loofah, which you can find in some Asian markets. Do not attempt to eat your bathroom sponge, which is from a very old, dried plant.
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QuestionWhy should I use a loofah?Laura Martin is a Licensed Cosmetologist based in Milledgeville, Georgia. She has been working as a hair stylist since 2007, and began a career as a cosmetology teacher in 2013. She worked as a teacher at Arrojo Cosmetology School, teaching cosmetology practices, hairstyling, and hair color application. She also brought her cosmetology expertise to her work as a staff writer for fashion blog Style Noted, writing pieces related to hair and fashion. She received an MFA in Creative Writing from Georgia College & State University, where she was also an English Teaching Fellow. Additionally, she received a BA in Creative Writing and Literature from New York University.Loofahs are a great way to gently exfoliate skin. They can carry a lot of bacteria, however, if not properly cared for and dried between uses, so they may not be the best choice for everyone.
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QuestionIs using a loofah unsanitary?Laura Martin is a Licensed Cosmetologist based in Milledgeville, Georgia. She has been working as a hair stylist since 2007, and began a career as a cosmetology teacher in 2013. She worked as a teacher at Arrojo Cosmetology School, teaching cosmetology practices, hairstyling, and hair color application. She also brought her cosmetology expertise to her work as a staff writer for fashion blog Style Noted, writing pieces related to hair and fashion. She received an MFA in Creative Writing from Georgia College & State University, where she was also an English Teaching Fellow. Additionally, she received a BA in Creative Writing and Literature from New York University.Loofahs can be hard to clean. If you dry it completely between uses, it is considered sanitary.
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QuestionIs using a loofah exfoliating?Laura Martin is a Licensed Cosmetologist based in Milledgeville, Georgia. She has been working as a hair stylist since 2007, and began a career as a cosmetology teacher in 2013. She worked as a teacher at Arrojo Cosmetology School, teaching cosmetology practices, hairstyling, and hair color application. She also brought her cosmetology expertise to her work as a staff writer for fashion blog Style Noted, writing pieces related to hair and fashion. She received an MFA in Creative Writing from Georgia College & State University, where she was also an English Teaching Fellow. Additionally, she received a BA in Creative Writing and Literature from New York University.Yes, loofahs provide exfoliation. Unlike many other exfoliants, they are gentle enough to use every day.
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QuestionCan you put a loofah in the dryer?Laura Martin is a Licensed Cosmetologist based in Milledgeville, Georgia. She has been working as a hair stylist since 2007, and began a career as a cosmetology teacher in 2013. She worked as a teacher at Arrojo Cosmetology School, teaching cosmetology practices, hairstyling, and hair color application. She also brought her cosmetology expertise to her work as a staff writer for fashion blog Style Noted, writing pieces related to hair and fashion. She received an MFA in Creative Writing from Georgia College & State University, where she was also an English Teaching Fellow. Additionally, she received a BA in Creative Writing and Literature from New York University.No, you cannot. The dryer will melt the natural fibers. Let your loofah air dry outside in the sun, instead.
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QuestionBy using a loofah, will I retain my original skin tone?Laura Martin is a Licensed Cosmetologist based in Milledgeville, Georgia. She has been working as a hair stylist since 2007, and began a career as a cosmetology teacher in 2013. She worked as a teacher at Arrojo Cosmetology School, teaching cosmetology practices, hairstyling, and hair color application. She also brought her cosmetology expertise to her work as a staff writer for fashion blog Style Noted, writing pieces related to hair and fashion. She received an MFA in Creative Writing from Georgia College & State University, where she was also an English Teaching Fellow. Additionally, she received a BA in Creative Writing and Literature from New York University.Yes, the loofah should not effect the tone of your skin. Just use minimal pressure as too much friction from any source can darken the skin.
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QuestionSince we should not exfoliate our bodies daily, what should we use as an alternative for the loofah?Laura Martin is a Licensed Cosmetologist based in Milledgeville, Georgia. She has been working as a hair stylist since 2007, and began a career as a cosmetology teacher in 2013. She worked as a teacher at Arrojo Cosmetology School, teaching cosmetology practices, hairstyling, and hair color application. She also brought her cosmetology expertise to her work as a staff writer for fashion blog Style Noted, writing pieces related to hair and fashion. She received an MFA in Creative Writing from Georgia College & State University, where she was also an English Teaching Fellow. Additionally, she received a BA in Creative Writing and Literature from New York University.A well dampened loofah should be soft enough for daily use. If you find it too abrasive, you may want to just use your hands every other day.
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QuestionHow would I wash my private parts with a loofah?Community AnswerYou probably shouldn't wash your private area with a loofah, as the area is delicate and sensitive. Plain water and soap would work for intimate area or use a specifically formulated intimate wash.
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QuestionHow do I remove dead skin cells when using a loofah?Community AnswerYou should apply soap or body wash on your skin, and scrub with a loofah. Then rinse off, which should remove some of the dead skin cells.
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QuestionCan I use a dry loofah on my face?Community AnswerNo, because the skin on your face is very sensitive. It would cause damage.
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QuestionWill a loofah remove pimple holes from my face?Community AnswerLoofahs are more for body cleansing than anything. Your face is much more sensitive than the rest of your body, so it's probably not a good idea to use something that you've washed your feet with on your face. Try getting a face cleanser, or an exfoliate.
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QuestionWhy are there seeds in my loofah?Community AnswerMost loofahs are made out of actual cucumbers or "luffa," the specific name for the type of cucumber. That's probably why there are seeds in some loofahs.
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QuestionCan you eat a loofah?Community AnswerYes and no. You can't eat the loofah sponge that you use for cleaning your skin, but you can cook and eat a young, immature luffa gourd.
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QuestionCan you put a loofah in the dryer?Community AnswerNo, because the dryer is too hot and will melt the natural fibers. You should allow it to air-dry in front of a fan or in a well-ventilated area instead.
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QuestionShould I stick to a loofah or use washcloths?Community AnswerWashcloths have to be replaced far less often and are, in general, less expensive. If you are looking to save money, go with the washcloth. They are also better for sensitive skin; however, they don't scrub dead skin as well.
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QuestionHow effective is a loofah at cleaning?Community AnswerThe loofah is a really good item for removing dead skin, cleaning dirt and stains, and exfoliating your skin. I love mine with really warm, almost hot water and liquid dial body wash.
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QuestionCan I use a dry loofah on my feet?Community AnswerNo this would damage your skin. Put warm water on the loofah to make it soft first.
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QuestionHow often should I exfoliate?Community AnswerAbout every other day. Just wash your face with face wash and use moisturizer on the days you are not exfoliating.
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QuestionIs using a loofah unsanitary?Community AnswerOnly if you don't take care of it and keep it clean. Because of how porous it is, a loofah can trap, harbor, and breed bacteria. If you clean and sanitize it properly, however, you should not run into this problem.
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QuestionCan I cut my loofah in half lengthwise, as it's rather unwieldy at present?Community AnswerYes, you can cut your loofah in half. You can also cut the center stuff out and lay it flat. Then you have something resembling two to three sponges from one loofah, depending on the size. It's less messy to cut it while it's moist.
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QuestionHow many family members can share one loofah?Community AnswerYou really should not share it with others because it is not hygienic. Everyone should have their own loofah.
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QuestionWhich side of the loofah do I use?Community AnswerUse the smooth side, which is the outside of the original plant. It is the tighter weave. The inside is way too coarse.
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QuestionWhy is my loofah still really abrasive after soaking in hot water for an hour?Community AnswerActually, it should soften almost right away. If it doesn't, try another.
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QuestionCan men use loofahs?Sasha HaleyCommunity AnswerOf course! Loofahs make your skin healthy and smooth. They also promote circulation in your body, and they are not gender-specific.
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QuestionCan I use a loofah without soap and only water?Sasha HaleyCommunity AnswerOf course! Loofahs are just for making your skin smoother, and they are basically a sponge or exfoliator suitable for use on your body.
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QuestionWhat material is better than loofah?Derin IsikCommunity AnswerFor washing your body, usually loofah is the most common choice but you can also use a silicone exfoliating brush. A silicone exfoliating brush is the ideal alternative to a loofah. This multi-purpose scrubber is designed to repel bacteria from growing and is made from fast-drying material, so you don't have to worry about moisture and humidity.
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QuestionSo basically, can I use a loofah to replace exfoliating body scrubs? Or do I use them together after using body wash?Community AnswerLoofahs are mainly used to create foam for soap, they do not exfoliate. If you want to exfoliate your skin, try getting a body scrub. Use separately.
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