A naturally grown sea sponge (lat.: Porifera) is actually the complex skeleton of a very small marine species (Dictyoceratida) which grows in colonies on the ocean floor.
The soft sponge material consists of hollow enclosures and channels formed by a matrix of highly elastic "Spongin" fibres, a type of natural collagen protein.
Sea sponges are natural products, free of harmful chemicals. They are perfect for gentle purification of every type of skin and safe to use even on sensitive or baby skin. The use of natural sea sponges for facial cleaning and make up removal is highly recommended and can help to reduce skin irritations.
We recommend to use only natural sea sponges for bathing and personal skin care. Sea sponges help to remove excess oil and dirt from the skin without disturbing the skin’s natural balance.The result is a gentle, thorough and healthy cleaning experience.
Synthetic sponges have often been found contaminated with a chemical substance called Triclosan, which is classified by the international health organizations as a pesticide. Most synthetic sponges are made of polyurethane with added chemicals to foam them up. Our planet is harmed by the high expose of plastic. Using more natural products is an important share that every consumer can contribute.
Sea sponges are regrowing, renewable, natural material. There are over 9000 sponge species from which only a dozen is suitable for commercial use.
Natural sea sponges are very durable, long lasting high quality products.Specific types of sea sponges can even be used for car washing, window cleaning, ceramic tile cleaning, wall painting and decoration.
OUR NATURAL SEA SPONGES
CORAL REEFS
These beautiful tiny sponges are gathered in warm waters of South Pacific Sea in shallow depths. They are fine pored and suitable for make-up application. Available in sizes of 1,5-2,5 inches.
GRASS SPONGES
Grass Sponges are a very common basic type of natural sea sponges. There are two types, the regular grass and the silky grass. Grass sponges do satisfy all basic expectations with regards to smooth skin cleaning and softness. This type of natural sea sponge is to be found in Tropical Seas. The sponges are harvested from the sea bed in shallow depths. Grass sponges offer a good basic quality at low cost level. They are convenient for adult and infant skin care. Bigger sizes are suitable for alternative applications such painting, decoration and souvenirs.
HONEYCOMB SPONGES
The Honeycomb is famous as the King of Natural Sea Sponges. Honeycomb sponges combine an extraordinary soft and smooth surface with a very durable quality. Honeycomb is the favourite superior quality natural sea sponge and meets the highest expectations for gentle adult and baby skin care. This type of sponge is to be found in the Mediterranean Sea in depths of 15 to 60 meters. Professional divers harvest the sponges by hand-picking them from the ocean floor. The Honeycomb sponge grows at a rate of 1 to 1.5 inches per year. This very slow growing process enables the sponge to build its exceptional fine and soft, yet very durable fibre structure. Due to its exceptional superior natural quality the Honeycomb is the most expensive type of sea sponge available in the market. Bigger sizes are suitable for alternative applications such as car washing, wall painting, window cleaning. We offer a range of all sizes, from 3 inches up to 10 inches diameter.
HARDHEAD SPONGES
Hardhead Sponges are known for their eye-catching irregular shapes. They are premium quality natural sea sponges. This type of natural sea sponge is found in the Caribbean Sea. Due to its fairly hard surface Hardhead sponges are particularly suitable for gentle body and facial exfoliation. Because of their unique, fancy shapes they are suitable for aesthetic decoration. We offer a range of all sizes, from 2 inches up to 6 inches.
DECO GRASS
Beautiful shaped natural sea sponges from Caribbean Sea suitable for bathroom and living room decoration. They are available in sizes of 8-15 inches.
WOOL SPONGES
Wool Sponges are similar to Honeycomb Sponges. While Honeycombs are superior top quality in all aspects, the Wool Sponge is a very good premium quality natural sea sponge. Wool sponges meet high expectations for gentle adult and baby skin care. This type of natural sea sponge is found on the sea bed of the Florida Keys at depths of 20 to 30 meters. Bigger sizes are suitable for alternative applications such as car washing, wall painting, window cleaning. We offer a range of all sizes, from 3 inches up to 8 inches diameter.
SILK SPONGES
Silk sponges are very beautiful natural sea sponges. Their aesthetic physiognomy and the very fine pores and extra soft surface make them the first choice for extra smooth facial cleaning and cosmetic use. Silk and Fine Silk are premium quality natural sea sponges, highly favoured for gentle cleaning of delicate facial skin and baby skin care. This type of sponge is to be found in the Aegean Sea and sporadically in some other parts of the Mediterranean Sea in depths of 15 to 40 meters. Professional divers harvest the sponges by hand-picking them from the ocean floor. Silk Sponges have a very compact and fine fibre structure, when used frequently their durability is limited to about 2 years. We offer a range of all sizes, from 1.5 inches up to 5 inches diameter.
YELLOW SPONGES
Yellow Sea Sponges are considered the best way to get clean naturally. They have usually nice round shaped in large pieces. These beautiful sea sponges have a smooth texture, something between silky soft sea wool and Caribbean grass, making them an excellent choice for daily use in your bath or shower.
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