LOOFAH
Loofahs are vine-grown vegetables. Patola, in filipino.
Once these vegetables are dried, the inner fibers lend themselves to all sorts of skin scrubs, especially mitts and sponges. Although they don't hold water well, they effectively exfoliate dead skin cells and remove dirt and excess oil. They also stimulate blood circulation, which keeps skin looking fresh and healthy.
If you can find fresh loofahs, you can make your own loofah scrub. For a soft facial sponge, young loofahs are ideal. Slightly larger ones are best body scrubs, and the biggest of all are great for hard jobs such as pot scrubbing.
1. Dry the fruit for two weeks.
2. Cut off both ends of the loofah and shake out the seeds.
3. Soak the fruit overnight then peel away the skin. Soaking in boiling water for 10 minutes will make it easier to remove the outer skin and also make the sponge softer.
4. Wash out the sponge thoroughly, removing any seeds and loose tissue.
5. Leave the loofah scrub to dry slowly.`
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