Natural sponges are sustainable care products made of a natural material that grows back very quickly. They thrive ecologically on underwater fields in the Mediterranean (these sponges are from Greece) and are harvested in an environmentally friendly manner twice a year. A lot of manual work goes into the creation of a product that takes care of the skin with the natural strength of the sea and makes bathing a ritual. When they are harvested, by hand, by divers, part of the sponge is left behind so that it regrows again and again.

Because they are all natural, sea sponges are safe to use on sensitive skin. They contain no chemicals, dyes or artificial ingredients. They are perfect for sensitive areas like the face and are even soft enough to use on baby!

Sea Sponges are all-natural, sustainable, biodegradable & long lasting.

The smaller size is just 5cm and perfect to use as a facial sponge. You can use it with a facial soap or to remove your cleanser. The larger sponge is approximately 11cm so a good size for using in the bath or shower.. The Extra Large sponge is 18cm and a whopper! This one will take your bathing ritual to the next level and it makes a really beautiful display piece for your bathroom too!

Sea sponges require a little bit of care to prevent any unwanted bacteria. But don’t worry, it’s super simple!

Here is how to easily take care of your sea sponge:

1. Rinse your sponge in cold water before ringing out the excess moisture.

2. Fill a bowl with a mixture of vinegar and warm water. (The quantity will depend on the size of your sponge, but we recommend a ratio of 1 part vinegar to 3 parts warm water.)

3. Fully submerge your sponge in the mixture and let soak for 2 hours.

4. Wring out the excess moisture and set out to dry naturally.

5. Repeat the process once every 2 weeks.

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To learn more about how I got into making natural soap & skincare check out my blog post Garden to Glow: My Journey with Natural Skincare in Laois

If you’d like to know a bit more about the oils & butters I use in my soaps and the benefits they bring to your skin check out my blog post Nourish Your Skin Naturally: The Power of Plant-Based Oils & Butters in Soap