Any difference with a hemp sponge vs a regular sponge?
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HempGuru
From what I understand, hemp sponges are non-toxic and have good antibacterial properties, making them an excellent alternative to the regular sponge. They are also resistant to mold, so you don’t need to worry about wet patches leading to mold and mildew. But you will still need to ensure that they are adequately dried after use. And the hemp fiber is quite tough. So, a hemp sponge will be a great organic option to scrub the dead skin off your skin.
Cleverclogs
A hemp sponge is going to last a little longer. Aside from this, it’s better for the plant, and will probably be biodegradable too.
acevedobenitez
A hemp sponge will last longer, cleans better, and keeps longer than a traditional sponge. Hemp is naturally mold-resistant and will not have a stale or mildew smell. Because hemp is more porous than a normal sponge, it scrubs better. You also do not have to worry about tearing or keeping up with replacing as often. Where you need to replace a traditional sponge every three months, a hemp sponge can be used for up to 3 years!
MarcLouis
The difference between a hemp sponge and other sponges is that hemp sponges are more firm, so they are ideal for scrubbing. They are also organic, so there is no chemical residue left after use. Hemp dries quickly, unlike a plastic-based sponge, so this will prevent any mold or mildew build-up. Hemp sponges are ideal for removing dead skin cells and will leave your skin feeling fresh and healthy.
Hempmaster3000
A hemp sponge will be more rugged than an average sponge, so it will clean better just by being tougher.
A hemp sponge is biodegradable, so that would be a huge advantage too. Those cheap yellow ones are plastic, I believe, so they will never go away.
And the last thing is a hemp sponge will be more stringent then the average sponge and will hold together and last longer, but I saw a study done that people keep their sponges too long anyway so I don’t know if that’s a good thing.
Abe
Hemp is absorbing every kind of ordinary liquids. This means that people apply it daily! And the hemp sponge is one of those intelligent ones! Being sustainable and recycling abilities makes it also a more substantial fiber to let you refine your house and dishes most proficiently.
Moogdummy
ANYTHING is better than those terrible yellow sponges from the store.
Those always break down quickly and get nasty.
Loofas and hemp, on the other hand (the natural ones), last a long time and don’t buildup gunk from usage over time.
I’ve never tried a hemp sponge, but I can imagine that it would be much better than the store-bought sponges.
wordsmith
Cleaning sponges are mostly made of plastic. Hemp sponge is naturally plastic-free, which makes it best for the helping environment. It is biodegradable and quite firm. Whether it is hemp sponge for dishwashing or hemp bath sponge, it is reliable. They are soft but have a short lifespan. So, it’s not advisable to use it for a couple of weeks.
CrayM
A hemp sponge, like any hemp product, will much more durable but not as soft since hemp is naturally more fibrous. It is also wholly biodegradable, degrading 100s of times shorter than other conventional materials: plastic, cotton, etc.
amanda.tolar
I recently learned that sponges (which are typically synthetic) last a crazy long time in landfills. Hemp is biodegradable! There is also a difference in the environmental impact left by production–with hemp having a significantly smaller footprint than the traditional counterparts. They’re also naturally anti-fungal, -microbial, and -bacterial, which makes them significantly less gross than regular sponges lol.
Seymour Simone
Well, hemp sponges are biodegradable, so they are a lot better for the environment.
wavess
Since hemp sponges are biodegradable, does that mean hemp sponges will disintegrate over time? How long can a hemp sponge be used for?
Melody
A hemp sponge can be quite firm, so they make great scrubbers for the bath and the kitchen. They are biodegradable and organic, plus since they are naturally antimicrobial, reusing them is not gross. There are lots of different kinds. Some are softer, and others are rough scrubbers. But they don’t smell, dry quickly, they can be thrown in the washing machine, and they won’t scratch your cookware.