Loofahs, also known as luffas, are a popular choice for cleansing and exfoliating the skin during bathing.
Dermatologists, however, often advise against their use and suggest alternative tools.
The primary concerns relate to hygiene and the risk of skin infections due to bacterial growth on the loofahs.
Loofahs, traditionally sourced from the fibrous interior of the luffa plant fruit, are used as a natural scrubbing sponge for cleansing and exfoliating the skin. This plant...