Botanical exfoliant
Loofah (Ridge Gourd) Exfoliating Powder
Luffa aegyptiaca · Cucurbitaceae · Botanical profile
DocumentsTDS and SDS download as PDF · COA on request
- Technical Data SheetDownload PDF
- Safety Data SheetDownload PDF
- Certificate of Analysis — sent with every order
Specifications
- Botanical name
- Luffa aegyptiaca · profile
- Family
- Cucurbitaceae
- Common names
- Sponge Gourd, Wash Sponge, Dishcloth Gourd, Gourd Towel, Vegetable Sponge, Loofah Gourd
- Indian names
- घोसाळे, மெழுகு பீர்க்கங்காய்
- Synonyms
- Luffa cylindrica, Luffa fricatoria, Luffa insularum, Luffa leiocarpa, Luffa leucosperma, Luffa parvula
- Form
- Botanical exfoliant
- INCI
- Not applicable (no cosmetic INCI listed)
- CAS
- —
- INCI status
- Not applicable (no cosmetic INCI listed)
- Applications
- Perfumery, Skincare
- SKU
- EXF-LOOFA-RIDGE-225G
- Documents
- TDS and SDS download as PDF on every product page. COA sent with every order and available on request.
Product details
Loofah (Ridge Gourd) Exfoliating Powder — a 100% plant-based physical exfoliant, sustainably sourced in India.
Botanical name: Luffa aegyptiaca
Common / local name: Torai / Nenua
Category: Fibrous / Whole Botanical
Particle size / mesh: Coarse fibre (~20–40 mesh, ~425–850 µm)
Texture: Coarse fibrous
Features
- Ground natural loofah
- Vigorous body scrub
Benefits
- Deep body exfoliation
- Boosts circulation
How to use
Mix with a little water or carrier oil into a spreadable grit. Massage onto damp skin in gentle circular motions for 30–60 sec, then rinse. Use 1–2 times a week. Avoid broken or irritated skin. Always patch-test first. For external use only.
Why plant-based?
- 100% plant-based, biodegradable and free from plastic microbeads
- No synthetic abrasives, parabens, sulphates or artificial fragrance
- Vegan and cruelty-free
- Naturally rich in skin-loving vitamins, minerals and antioxidants
- Customisable exfoliation — mix with water, milk, curd, honey or oils
- Rooted in traditional Ayurvedic / ubtan skincare
Shelf life
36 months from manufacture (unopened).
Storage
Store dry and well-ventilated, away from damp, to prevent mildew or odour.
Available sizes: 225 g, 1 kg, 5 kg.