Loofah sponges from the luffaplant have historically been used as scrubbers. Benefits and uses of a loofah include:

• using with soap to lather up and cleanse your skin

• exfoliating the skin on your body

• stimulating blood circulation while you shower or bathe

Some people also swear by loofahs as household cleaning products. They can be used to scrub tiles, showers, sinks, and other hard-to-clean surfaces.