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Full Circle Natural Loofah Scrubber Sponge, plastic-free loofah and cellulose dish sponge

Full Circle Loofah Scrubber Sponge

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An all-plant combo sponge - loofah scrub side, cellulose wipe side, cotton stitching - at a few dollars a pair. Gritty when dry, softer when wet, and compostable.

The verdict: Plastic-free

Like the best combo sponges, this is all plant fiber: a natural loofah scrub side backed by a plant-cellulose wipe side, stitched together with cotton thread instead of glue. No foam core, no synthetic scrub pad, nothing plastic to separate out before composting. It's essentially the same clean construction as pricier picks at a lower price.

Verification: Manufacturer confirmed

What it's made of

PartMaterialSurface contact
scrub side
natural loofah, gritty dry and softer wet
Luffa Yes primary
wipe side
plant-based cellulose
Cellulose Yes primary
stitching
cotton thread, no glue
Cotton No

A two-sided everyday dish sponge sold in inexpensive multipacks. The loofah face handles light scouring while the cellulose face wipes and absorbs. Air-dry between uses; compost when spent.

Pros

  • Fully plant-fiber and compostable at a budget price
  • Cotton-stitched, so no plastic adhesive
  • Loofah side gives more scrubbing bite than a plain sponge

Cons

  • Not as aggressive as copper or steel on stuck-on food
  • Thinner and shorter-lived than a foam sponge

Categories: Dish Sponges & Scrubbers

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