How to Clean a Loofah or Natural Sponge

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Loofahs and natural sponges become slimy when used for a time with soap. Bringing them back to as good as new is simple.

Steps

1. Rinse the loofah or natural sponge under a cold running water.
   
2. Soak the loofah or sponge in a small bowl filled with 2 tablespoons of vinegar to each litre of water. Leave to soak for 2 hours.
   
3. Remove from the bowl and shake gently to remove excess liquid.
   
4. Set out to dry on a clean surface, such as the bathtub.
   
5. Use again. The loofah or natural sponge should be as good as new.
   

Tips

• It is advisable to wash loofahs and natural sponges regularly to deter soap build-up. Follow the cleaning advice here regularly to remove soap build-up.
  

Things You'll Need

• Loofah or natural sponge
  
• Running cold water
  
• Bowl
  
• 2 tablespoons vinegar per litre water
  

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