Exfoliating Gloves

Soak your skin in warm water for at least 5–10 minutes to soften the skin before using an exfoliating glove. Then rub the damp glove over your wet skin in long, firm strokes. You will see rolls of dead skin cells coming off — this is normal and indicates effective exfoliation. Follow immediately with body wash, rinse thoroughly, and apply a rich body lotion while skin is still damp.

Use an exfoliating glove 2–3 times per week for most skin types. Once a week is sufficient for sensitive skin. Over-exfoliating (daily use) can cause irritation, redness, and sensitivity. After exfoliation, always apply body lotion to replenish moisture — the newly exposed skin cells are particularly receptive to moisturiser absorption.

No — exfoliating gloves are too harsh for the delicate facial skin and should only be used on the body. The face has thinner, more sensitive skin that requires dedicated gentle facial exfoliants (face scrubs, chemical exfoliants, or soft facial cleansing brushes). Using a body exfoliating glove on the face can cause redness, micro-tears, and irritation.

After each use, rinse the exfoliating glove thoroughly under running water and wring out completely. Hang to dry in a well-ventilated area — never leave wet in the shower as this encourages bacteria and mould growth. Machine wash weekly on a gentle cycle with mild detergent. Replace every 2–3 months or when the texture begins to thin or deteriorate.

An exfoliating glove provides direct physical exfoliation through friction between the textured fabric and the skin — very effective at removing dead skin cells. A loofah sponge primarily creates lather and provides a milder, gentler exfoliation as a secondary benefit. For thorough dead skin removal (as in the hammam tradition), an exfoliating glove is significantly more effective than a loofah.