Nylon Loofah (Synthetic Bath Sponge)

This is a synthetic loofah made from nylon mesh, the bath sponge many people reach for in the shower. Unlike a natural loofah, which comes from the dried fruit of the luffa plant, this one is made from nylon netting gathered into a soft ball. It is commonly used with soap or shower gel to work up a lather and wash the skin, and some households also keep one aside for scrubbing dishes or wiping surfaces. It is usually rinsed well after use and hung up to dry. You can find the nylon loofah, sold by the piece, at Dekenet Al Nes in Baaqline, in the Chouf. It is a package-free grocery store where customers are encouraged to bring their own containers to refill essential products and cut down on single-use packaging.