Loofah - natural fiber for body scrubbing
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Some people like the feel of a loofah or mesh scrubber in the shower or bath. But unlike a washcloth, a scrubber -- used to slough off dry skin and clean your body -- may not get a thorough cleaning after each use. When it's left hanging in the damp shower, it can become a breeding ground for germs and bacteria. Whether it's made of natural or synthetic fibers, a scrubber can be cleaned using bleach. Do this once a week and it will safely last as long as three months.

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Rinse the loofah under warm water. Squeeze it out several times to remove any soap residue.

Fill a sink or bucket with one gallon of cool water. Add 3/4 cup of chlorine bleach if the loofah is made of synthetic fibers, or 1/4 cup of bleach if it's made of natural fibers.

Take it out of the bleach solution and rinse it thoroughly under running water.

Wring out the loofah and give it a few good shakes to remove the excess water. Hang it up to air dry.

Tip

You may also clean a mesh scrubber in the washing machine using warm water and regular laundry detergent. Wash it with a regular load of clothes, but do not place it in the dryer. Instead, let it air dry.