Superbee Natural Loofah (to exfoliate the skin)

If you use a soak in the bath to remove dull flaky skin, choose a natural loofah (ENGLANDNAT10 for 10% discount) made from dried fibres of the luffa gourd). They even help with gentle circulation (always brush towards the heart, and avoid for medical conditions).

Unlike real sponges (real creatures cut away by divers with knives), these are natural exfoliators, when wet. Keep them air-dried, to avoid mould. After a few months, cut up and compost. Loofahs can result in fewer blackheads, and less ingrown hairs on legs and underarms.

If you do use scent, add a few drops of sustainable aromatherapy oils (not for pregnancy/nursing) to a warm bath and swish the water.

If you use ‘bath water diverters’, choose unscented biodegradable bath products (even sea salt could harm plants).

Bath Time Safety Tips

Avoid very hot baths (especially for heart/blood pressure conditions and pregnancy/nursing), avoid slippery oils and stand up slowly. Avoid

Avoid use of pet-toxic plants (also read giving dogs baths). Avoid facing plants to outdoor gardens, to help stop birds flying into windows).

Safety for Baby Baths

NHS has a 2-minute video by a midwife (never leave babies alone, and avoid seats that can quickly detach). Run cold water first (test adding hot water with your wrist or elbow). Keep your baby’s head clear of the water, and don’t bathe straight after feeds (or if baby is hungry or tired). Avoid baby oils and talcum powder (don’t use cotton buds to clean ears, the cause of most infections).