If you're using a loofah, this is what you must know

Nothing can beat the feeling of a long warm shower with a scented body wash after a really tiring day. But are you someone who uses a loofah to get rid of dead skin cells? It might come as a shocker to you but we've got some bad news. A loofah sure makes you feel squeaky clean and scrubbed, but it also becomes a breeding ground for germs if you don't wash and sanitize it after every use. Now that you know it, you need to take some time out and get rid of it in order to keep skin infections away. This is the reason a loofah is made using the luffa gourd, which doesn't make it to the list of best-bathing accessories. It grows in a tropical climate and after left alone to dry for a few days, they are soaked in water and their seeds are removed. They are then cut in various sizes and sold as sponges.

If the loofah is left wet, it can start producing a lot of bacteria. For people with sensitive skin, the harshness of loofah can leave the skin irritated and red. Hence, in the long run, it only does bad than good.

Here's how you can take care of the loofah you've been using:

First and foremost, if you've been using a loofah for more than 6 months, it's time to replace it. You should ideally replace the loofah every 3-4 weeks, but if you can't bare to part with your loofah, make sure you boil it after every use.

Instead of the loofah, you can use a shower brush with soft bristles or natural scrubbing soaps. Make sure they don't include walnut beds.