Exfoliating Shower Gloves – Review + Pros & Cons

Natural Exfoliating Shower Gloves (3-Pack for $10)Although I do love my dry brush, exfoliating shower gloves can effectively exfoliate dead skin and stimulate circulation as well.

In fact, some people prefer the gloves because you can wear them instead of having to hold on to a brush.

1. These Cheap Mitts Come with Pros and Cons

First off, let me just say that this 3-pack of mitts only costs $17. Therefore, don’t expect them to last several years.

I look at this “variety pack” as a way to test out different exfoliation materials to see which one you like best. And, if you like this method of exfoliating skin at all. In other words, if you find out you’d rather use a dry brush or another exfoliation method instead, you haven’t wasted a lot of money.

Tan Woman at Beach - Exfoliate before you tan so you get a healthier glow

2. This Company Knows How to Exfoliate

Second, the company that makes these exfoliating gloves, Thermalabs, sells a variety of different self tanning products. In fact, that’s what people know them for.

For this reason, I’m assuming that they know the best exfoliating techniques and materials. Otherwise, their customers wouldn’t get good results with their self tanners, right?

Speaking of good results, Thermalabs includes their in-depth guide to the “secrets of using natural exfoliators” so you can get professional results without knowing what you’re doing. This comes with the mitt 3-pack. =)

3. Why Exfoliation Glove Material Matters

Gentle, all-natural exfoliating mitt materialThird, let’s talk about the mitt material. They contain eco-friendly, all-natural fibers. I like that. In addition to being safe for people and the environment, they also are gentle on the skin.

In fact, you can use them whether you have dry, oily, sensitive or even blemished skin. Plus, you can choose between the thicker bamboo loofah mitt, medium sisal or thick jute glove.

This way, you can customize your exfoliation to the body part you are brushing. Each scrubbing glove exfoliates in different ways.

Top Reasons to Use Exfoliating Gloves in the Shower – or Dry:

  • Unclog pores to help clear up and prevent acne.
  • Remove dead skin cells and new ones can generate for a more youthful appearance.
  • Prevent ingrown hairs by removing dead skin in susceptible areas.
  • Stimulate blood flow to the skin to keep it healthy.
  • Boost lymphatic drainage and release toxins stored in stagnant areas of the body.
  • Stop dry, flaky skin by exfoliating the dry flakes and moisturizing afterwards.

Note: Skin brushing is one of the best multi-tasking beauty routines I have come across. Incorporate this quick and simple daily regimen while bathing or before your shower, and you can get numerous health and beauty benefits.

I also find that when I body brush my skin, I feel more invigorated. Therefore, I like doing it in the morning before or while I shower

Review of the Thermalabs Exfoliating Shower Gloves:

This brief video shows you what the glove textures look like up close and what you get in the package.


Thermalabs Mitt 3-Pack with Finger Glove & Hooks

Specs on Exfoliating Shower Gloves:

Are These the Best Exfoliating Shower Gloves?

As I mentioned above, if you want long-lasting mitts, you may want to look elsewhere. Instead, you might like Garshana dry brushing gloves.

Hydrea London Carbonized Bamboo Exfoliating GlovesOn the other hand, if you like the low price but prefer fingered-gloves over the larger mitts, check out Body Shop bath gloves. They have a stretchy, more fitted material and only cost $5 a pair.

Hydrea London also makes a pair of carbonized bamboo exfoliating gloves that customers like.

By the way, I checked for exfoliating gloves at Walmart and found that you can buy multiple pairs of gloves at a discount.