Mexican Artisan

Ayate Washcloth (Plastic Free Wascloth)

$12.00

Why We Love It

This handcrafted agave washcloth, known as an ayate, reminds us of our abuelita’s self-care routine. This artisanal washcloth is hand woven using sustainably-sourced agave fibers using ancestral techniques that have been around for centuries. It provides gentle exfoliation, promotes circulation, and renews skin. 

It works like a large pliable loofah and creates lots of lather. Ditch your plastic loofah for this ancient bathing accessory.

Más Info

  • Approximate size: 12” x 11.5” (Note: it shrinks when wet,)
  • Agave fibers are naturally antimicrobial and mold repellent so your washcloth lasts longer than plastic loofahs
  • Reusable, washable and durable. Lasts 3-6 months with proper care
  • Provides gentle exfoliation, removes dead skin cells and massages sore muscles
  • Boosts circulation and encourages lymphatic drainage
  • “Ayate” is a term used to describe the indigenous tradition of loosely woven items such as cloths and nets made from the agave plant.
  • One-of-a-kind and supports fair pay practices for Mexican artisans. Due to the handmade nature, sizes and hues may vary slightly from the product image.

HANDCRAFTED • ARTISANAL TECHNIQUE • PLASTIC-FREE • BIODEGRADABLE • COMPOSTABLE • ZERO-WASTE • FAIR TRADE PRACTICES

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.

Soak your ayate washcloth in hot water until it feels soft and pliable for 5-10 minutes.

Pair with your favorite soap for a zero-waste bathing experience. It will shrink and soften when it gets wet. Allow to fully dry between uses.

You can hand wash in soapy water, rinse and hang dry between uses.

100% plant-based using natural Ixtle fibers.

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