Peeling glove
Why you should urgently try the beauty tool
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A peeling glove should ensure silky soft and firm skin. We’ll tell you here how to use it optimally and which models are recommended.
Bamboo, hemp, loofah or cotton – peeling gloves are made from a wide variety of materials and they all promise perfect cleansing and soft skin. We have selected the best models for you and also give you tips on how to use your massage glove correctly.
Why do you need an exfoliating glove?
A peeling glove is a comparatively inexpensive beauty tool that is supposed to improve the skin on the arms, legs and body. With regular and correct use, you can look forward to the following effects:
- Effective cleaning: Loose flakes of skin are gently removed by peeling with the glove. This makes the skin cleaner and softer.
- Intensive care: Care products such as moisturizing cream, lotion or nourishing oil can be absorbed and work much better after the peeling.
- Smooth skin: Exfoliating the skin before you shave helps the blades slide over the skin better and removes hair more effectively.
- Perfect tan: A peeling removes dirt, sebum and flakes of skin so that a self-tanner that is applied afterwards can be applied more evenly and ensures a nicer result.
- Blood circulation: The massage with a peeling glove stimulates the blood circulation. In the long term, the skin can be tightened and cellulite reduced. Firming lotions applied afterwards can also help.
How is an exfoliating glove used?
The peeling glove is suitable for use during the shower or in the bathtub. Dirt and flakes of skin can be removed very well from damp skin. The massage with the peeling glove is not only effective, but also pleasant and has a relaxing effect on body and mind. It is best to take a little time and consider the following tips:
- Moisten the glove with it warm water until the material is nice and soft and then put a drop of shower gel or shower oil on the glove.
- Massage your arms, legs, stomach, and chest as well circular motions and light pressure. Avoid the face, neck and décolleté as the skin is thinner and more sensitive here.
- After the treatment with the peeling glove, shower off any remaining shower gel thoroughly and dry the skin gently. You can then do a moisturizing or firming Skin care that the skin can now absorb particularly well.
- After using it, you should use the Wash the glove with soap and hang to dry. Wash it in the washing machine once a month.
- Use the exfoliating glove once or twice a week in the shower or in the bathtub. If you have insensitive skin, you can of course use the glove more often.
Exfoliating glove: which is the best?
There are peeling gloves made of bamboo, loofah, hemp, cotton or synthetic fibers. Basically: The more sensitive your skin, the softer the material should befrom which the glove is made. In the following we have selected a selection of high quality massage gloves for you. There is something for every skin need:
Nylon peeling gloves
Perfect for cleaning and peeling insensitive areas: the nylon glove effectively loosens dead skin cells and revitalizes body and mind. The gloves are elastic and adapt well to different hand sizes. The classic is in many different colours available.
Peeling gloves made of loofah, sisal, hemp
This Peeling glove set offers you the opportunity to try out three different natural fibers on your skin. The loofah sponge is very soft, so you can also use it on your face. The hemp sponge effectively removes dead skin from the whole body and the sisal pad can also be used for a dry massage before epilation to free ingrown hairs.
Bamboo peeling glove
Of the Bamboo peeling glove exfoliates without scratching and is therefore also suitable for sensitive skin. The natural fiber gently removes dead skin, improves blood circulation and prevents cellulite.
Viscose peeling glove
The two Gloves made from bamboo and viscose fibers offers a pleasant peeling in two different strengths. The gloves are hypoallergenic and suitable for all skin types. Practical: two suction cups for hanging are included. Washable in the washing machine at up to 40 degrees.
Peeling glove made of loofah and cotton
Of the Loofah glove loosens flakes and invigorates the skin, while the back of the soft cotton fabric washes away dirt, oils and debris. Soaking the product in warm water for a few minutes before use will make the fibers even softer.
Is a peeling glove better than a “normal” peeling?
Both a peeling and a peeling glove free the skin of dirt, deposits and excess skin. However, the glove has one advantage: it is more sustainable. If you clean your glove after each use, you can use it for several months without any problems. In addition, body scrubs often contain microplastics as abrasive particles, which enter the oceans via sewage and are harmful to the environment. A massage glove (especially one made from natural fibers), on the other hand, does not pollute the wastewater.
When shouldn’t you use an exfoliating glove?
You should avoid using an exfoliating glove if you have very sensitive skin or a skin disease. The peeling glove is also not recommended for injuries or severe varicose veins.
Do not use an exfoliating glove on the delicate skin of the face, neck or décolleté, unless the glove is specially made for it and is particularly soft. Also, be sure to clean the glove after each use to prevent bacteria from collecting in the fibers.