Many of us use a nylon shower flower to wash and scrub.
The problem is that it's far from being very hygienic!
It's even downright cracra... Why?
Because these shower flowers keep moisture permanently.
As a result, these wet layers are a breeding ground for all the bacteria that develop there.
And when you rub these bacteria on your body, your skin becomes duller, and you get more pimples...
Everyone loves these bath flowers that seem perfect for effective soaping.
But dermatologists see them as a potential danger to your health.
According to dermatologist Matthew Knight, they damage our skin more than they clean it.
He adds that by using it, the dead skin that has been removed is trapped in the flower.
And since we leave them in a humid room, they become the perfect place for bacteria to grow.
In particular, fungus, mycoses and bacteria responsible for boils and conjunctivitis which can appear there in a few hours.
So when you take your next shower, you're going to smear it all over your skin. Yum!
If this all sounds really gross, you might be wondering what it's safe to use to cleanse yourself, right?
A natural sponge like this one is a great alternative if you like sponges that scrape well.
These natural sponges are called loofah and are made from very fibrous gourd that is dried and hardened.
You can even make them yourself. We explain how here.
Natural loofah can also contain some bacteria, but they are less dense than synthetic models, so it is easier to rinse thoroughly and dry.
The best way to keep loofahs clean is to let them air dry outside the shower, away from moisture in a cool, dry place.
Remember to replace your loofah about every month.
A sea sponge natural is also a good alternative to avoid the proliferation of bacteria.
Like the loofah, these sea sponges are natural and contain no chemicals or man-made like synthetic shower flowers.
Their natural enzymes will also prevent bacteria buildup, but you'll still need to clean them regularly.
For this, you can put them in the microwave for a few moments to kill germs.
And if it starts to smell bad, it's high time to replace them (like the other sponges for that matter).
If you want to avoid bacteria altogether, your best bet is to use the good old washcloth .
You can even buy terry cloth and make your own.
Wipes natural washables like these are also a good alternative because you can put them in the washing machine whenever you want.
So no mess, they last a long time.
Finally, you can always give up all those bath accessories and just wash yourself with the soap.
There will be fewer bubbles but there are very effective exfoliating soap bars to continue enjoying a daily exfoliation.
