Back side of Natural Agave Body Sponge with a strap on a hand for ergonomic hold

Front-side of large, natural agave body Sponge stuffed with natural plant fibers being held by a hand

Two eco-friendly agave Body Sponges in medium and large size held by two hands

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Agave body sponge lathering with soap in shower used to cleanse body

Volverde

Agave Body Sponge

Name: Agave Body Sponge
Brand: Volverde
SKU: AGV-BS-001
Price: 12.5 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.65 (20 reviews)

$12.50

Size:

Medium
Large

Why We Love It
This body sponge is crocheted by hand using 100% plant-based agave fibers, made to last and provide rigorous exfoliation and cleansing. Plastic loofahs and shower brushes create tons of waste that end up in landfills and pollute our communities. This artisanal, handcrafted, plant-based body sponge is the perfect swap to reduce your plastic footprint and leave your skin glowing.

We love the ergonomic strap, making this sponge easy to use on the whole body without slipping.

Más Info

Featured

Medium sponge is 4.9" D; Large is 5.9" D
Made from 100% plant-based ingredients using Ixtle, a fiber from agave plants, which has been used for centuries by Mexican indigenous communities for home and body care.
Agave fibers are fast-growing and sustainably harvested
Agave fibers have antibacterial properties and are mold and mildew resistant
Ergonomic strap allows for easy grip and makes it easy to hang dry
Sponge is stuffed with Ixtle fibers, providing comfort and gentle exfoliation
Can be composted at home in your garden as the agave fibers are untreated and biodegradable
Each sponge is one-of-a-kind and supports fair pay practices for Mexican artisans
Handwoven by indigenous artisans using heritage weaving practices.

Handmade • Artisanal Techniques • Plastic-free • Biodegradable • Compostable • Zero-Waste • Fair Trade Practices

Brand details

These natural household items are made by an indigenous-owned cooperative dedicated to the sustainable and artisanal production of brushes and sponges from vegetable fibers, such as agave henequén, agave lechuguilla, and ixtle de maguey. For over 25 years, the community has produced personal and home care products while employing local artisans, mostly women.

The products are made using 100% natural fibers obtained from different parts of Mexico. Each item is handmade by artisans, carvers, and weavers, creating a bond of a sustainable economy. They also take great care to source raw materials sustainably: the wood is upcycled from furniture makers’ scraps, and fibers are harvested sustainably according to ancestral traditions that have allowed agave plants to flourish for millennia.

How to use

Use with your favorite soap. Enjoy gentle exfoliation and improved lather. Rinse well after each use and allow to dry fully in between uses. Fully compostable when you are done with this sponge.

Ingredients

100% plant-based using natural Ixtle fibers.

It looks beautiful, and I look forward to adding it to my shower routine.

Rough product

I was excited about this item and having multiple natural options to transition from loofahs but didn't make the cut like the ayate washcloth-- it stays rough and abbrasive even after soaking it and doesnt absorb body wash easily. I wouldn't use in full body, rather for legs and feet. I love the ayate washcloth and keep ordering that one instead

Thanks for sharing your initial reaction to the agave body sponge. It is coarser than the ayate, so it takes longer to fully blossom and soften. We recommend you soak it longer and continue using it in your shower to get it to the perfect consistency. It will soften and loosen up over time, making it easier to lather and cleanse. Since it is thicker than the ayate (because it's woven and contains more agave fibers), these tend to last longer. Keep us posted!

Had to replace

Once you break it in it will be the best exfoliating experience you get outside of some spa or chemical. My plastic shower scrub didn't get at me like this. I went to Juarez and forgot it. I was a bit heartbroken and, lol, didn't want to shower! Shipping didn't take long thankfully.

Love!

I absolutely love the handmade, natural fiber & all around eco friendly features of this product. It was a little scratchy at first but after 2/3 uses it feels perfect. The exfoliation it provides leaves me feeling super clean & extra soft.

Great product but heavily scented

I received my body sponge and it was very well made and scrubbed my feet great. However it smelled very strongly like fabric sheets or scented detergent and the smell didn't wash off. It actually ended up making me really itchy on my body so I only used on my feet , and then rewash them after. Have been using a week and still is very strong smelling. I wish it could be unscented because I would like to use it on more than just my feet. Please make an unscented version.

Hi! We're so sorry to hear about this. The agave sponges are not scented. In fact, the agave fibers are washed and dried thoroughly before they're woven. Intentionally scenting these doesn't align with our values of preserving the artisanal craftsmanship. That said, we'd be happy to make it right for you. We'll send an email and process a return so we can investigate further. Thanks for your feedback - each review helps us improve!

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