How to Choose the Right Exfoliating Glove for Your Skin Type | Feel Fine

TL;DR – Fast Selector

• Face & ultra-sensitive skin: Raw cocoon silk face mitt or plant-based silk face mitt (Salmon / Candy).
• Daily body polishing (normal skin): Viscose, medium texture (classic body glove).
• Stubborn roughness (legs, elbows, men’s care): Viscose, thick texture.
• Back area: Silk or plant-based back scrubber/strap.
• Longevity: With proper care and drying, each mitt lasts 6–8 months.

Why a Hammam Glove—Not Scrubs or Acids?

Mechanical exfoliation with a Turkish hammam glove lifts dull buildup without microplastics or harsh acids. Used correctly (no soap during the polishing pass, light to moderate pressure), it creates a clean, smooth “base” so serums and moisturizers absorb better. It’s minimalist, travel-friendly, and—when you choose the right material + texture—works for every skin type.

Step 1 — Pick the Right Material

Feel Fine offers three core materials, each tuned to a different need:

1) Raw Cocoon Silk (Face Specialist)

• Best for: face, neck, lip area; very sensitive or reactive skin.
• Feel: ultra-gentle glide; polishes rather than “scrapes.”
• Use: 1–2×/week after softening skin 5–10 min with warm water.

2) Plant-Based Silk (Gentle Polish)

• Best for: face and delicate zones; users wanting a soft, clean routine.
• Variants: Salmon Pink, Candy Pink, Natural White for visual preference.
• Use: 1–2×/week; great “maintenance” between deeper polishes.

3) Viscose (Body Workhorse)

• Best for: body exfoliation—choose the texture that matches your skin and goal.
• Strengths: consistent performance, different thickness options, durable.

Step 2 — Choose the Right Texture (Body)

Texture determines “how assertive” the polish feels. Start conservative; increase only if needed.

Back Area: Choose a Scrubber/Strap

The back is hard to reach with a mitt. A back scrubber/strap in silk or plant-based silk lets you sweep evenly across the shoulders and spine with both hands. Keep pressure light and consistent; rinse and hang to dry after each use.

Step 3 — Match Skin Concerns to the Right Glove

• Dry, flaky patches: gentle or medium texture; finish with a ceramide-rich moisturizer.
• Uneven look after summer tan: medium → thick texture (body only), 1×/week + hydration.
• Keratosis pilaris-like roughness (“strawberry legs” appearance): thick texture on legs 1×/week, light pressure + body oil after shower.
• Very sensitive face: raw cocoon silk or plant-based silk face mitt; never use thick body gloves on the face.

How to Use a Hammam Glove (Perfect Pass)

1. Soften (5–10 min): Shower or soak in warm water until skin feels “plumped.”
2. Activate: Wet the glove and gently wring out excess water.
3. Polish (no soap): Use long, controlled strokes with light–moderate pressure. For face mitts, use slow circles with the bare mitt and a feather-light touch.
4. Rinse & finish: Rinse with cool water; apply moisturizer or body oil to seal in hydration.
5. Frequency: Start with 1–2×/week and adjust to tolerance.

Care & Longevity: Make It Last 6–8 Months

• Rinse thoroughly after each use; gently squeeze—don’t wring aggressively.
• Hang to air-dry in a ventilated space; avoid humid corners.
• Avoid machine wash or tumble dry; hand wash with mild, fragrance-free soap only when needed.
• Store away from direct sunlight; replace when the weave loosens or performance declines (typically 6–8 months).

Common Mistakes to Avoid

• Using soap while polishing: you lose mechanical grip. Soap after the polish, not during.
• Pressing too hard: more pressure ≠ better results; consistency beats force.
• Using body gloves on the face: face needs raw/plant-based silk face mitts only.
• Polishing on freshly shaved/waxed or irritated skin: wait 24–48 hours.
• Skipping hydration: always finish with moisturizer or body oil.

Recommended Routines

Face (Sensitive / Normal)

1–2×/week with raw cocoon silk or plant-based silk face mitt. Slow circular motions; rinse; apply hydrating serum + moisturizer.

Body (Normal Skin)

1–2×/week with medium-texture viscose. Long strokes on arms/legs/torso; cool rinse; light body lotion or oil.

Body (Rough Areas / Men’s Care)

1×/week to start with thick-texture viscose on legs, elbows, shoulders. Keep pressure light; follow with an occlusive moisturizer.

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