Loofah Face Discs

Loofah is not a sea sponge. It is the dried fibrous skeleton of Luffa aegyptiaca, a gourd from the cucumber family grown across tropical and subtropical regions. Sliced into discs and dried, the interlocking fibre network provides a naturally textured surface that exfoliates, stimulates circulation, and lifts away dead skin and residue without any synthetic material involved. These face discs from Moonie are cut to a size suited to facial use: firm enough to be effective, gentle enough for regular use on all but the most reactive skin types. Pack of five.

Key Facts

• 100% natural loofah plant fibre
• Pack of 5 face-sized discs
• Suitable for face and body exfoliation
• Manufactured in the UK by Moonie
• Loofah plant material responsibly sourced
• Vegan and cruelty-free
• Plastic-free packaging
• Fully biodegradable

What Loofah Does

The fibrous structure of dried loofah provides mechanical exfoliation: the interlocking fibres physically lift dead skin cells from the surface, encourage blood flow to the skin, and open pores to allow cleansing products to work more effectively. Unlike synthetic exfoliants, loofah fibres do not shed microplastics, and unlike nut shell or seed scrubs, the texture is consistent and controlled rather than unpredictably abrasive.

Wet, the disc softens to a workable texture that provides effective exfoliation without scratching. The degree of abrasion is determined by how much pressure you apply, which makes it adaptable across skin types and areas. Used lightly with a cleanser on the face, the effect is a gentle buff; used more firmly on the body, elbows, or feet, it provides a thorough scrub.

How to Use

Soak the disc in warm water for a minute before use until fully softened. Apply your usual cleanser or use the disc alone. Work in gentle circular motions, using light pressure on the face and more pressure where needed on the body. Rinse the disc thoroughly after use, squeeze out excess water, and allow to dry fully between uses. A disc that is kept dry between washes will last considerably longer than one left damp.

Replace when the fibre begins to break down or the texture becomes uneven, typically after several weeks of regular use depending on frequency.

Additional Product Details

• Material: natural loofah (Luffa aegyptiaca) plant fibre
• Pack of 5
• Manufactured in the UK by Moonie Eco Friendly Products
• Loofah plant material responsibly sourced from outside the UK
• Vegan and cruelty-free
• Plastic-free packaging
• Fully biodegradable at end of life