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part of: Zero Waste Protocol
Packaging | Unlined, Plastic-Free, Kraft Paper Bag, kraft paper tape with biodegradable starch-based adhesive (fiberglass free)
A versatile, quick drying, long-lasting alternative to typical store-bought sponges. These won't stink up and harbor bacteria like the plastic foam sponges do! Due to the loose, yet helf together fibers, most food particles get rinsed out during normal use. It is on the medium-soft side in terms of texture. After using, you will soon discover a method for compressing the fibers back into themselves; no adhesive used in the making of these.
The tedious process of harvesting, processing, and making these scrubbers by hand is a community effort done by the indigenous Otomi people in Hidalgo, Mexico. With the advent of plastic, this has almost become a lost art. However, much efforts are being made to bring back and cultivate demand for natural fiber products. Not only do are these scrubbers 100% eco-friendly, natural, biodegradable, and support indigenous communities - they also scrub and keep so much better than sponges you may be used to!
*each scrubber is handmade, sizes listed above are approximate.
Reviews
I love this idea and the "sponges" work phenomenally well at scrubbing and lathering. The only drawback I noted was that the bundles fall apart relatively quickly into a loose stringy mess, as there are only a few fibers tied around to keep their shape. But that doesn't stop me from continuing to use them, I just kind of fold them up and stuff it into my hand to make it work. They last a really long time, are easy to clean and they don't collect gross debris. I would definitely buy these again!