Sasawashi Mesh Exfoliating Shower Towel – Gentle Body Scrub

• Gentle daily exfoliation to remove dead skin and improve smoothness
• Soft mesh texture — ideal for sensitive or easily irritated skin
• Naturally antibacterial and deodorising Sasawashi fibres
• Dries quickly to help prevent mildew and odours
• Use with or without soap
• Works effectively with minimal soap
• Lightweight, durable and long-lasting
• Plastic free, home compostable, and eco-friendly
• Made in Japan using plant-based fibres

Best for:
✔ Sensitive skin
✔ Daily gentle exfoliation
✔ Those new to exfoliating towels

Created by blending Washi paper with kumazasa fibres. Kumazasa is naturally antibacterial and when combined with Washi paper, the resulting fabric becomes soft and durable, absorbing twice as much water as plain cotton.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is a Japanese mesh exfoliating towel hygienic to use?
Yes. Sasawashi fibres are naturally antibacterial and deodorising, and the mesh design dries quickly between uses. This helps reduce moisture build-up that can lead to bacteria and mould, making it more hygienic than traditional loofahs or thick washcloths.

How often should I use a mesh exfoliating body towel?
For most people, this gentle mesh towel is suitable for daily use. If you have very sensitive skin, start 2–3 times per week and increase as your skin adjusts.

Is this exfoliating towel good for sensitive skin?
Yes — the mesh weave offers a softer exfoliation compared to firmer scrub towels. It’s ideal for sensitive or easily irritated skin while still removing dead skin and improving smoothness.  Further, it can be used with little or no soap, which is often the cause of dry and irritated skin. All the Sasawashi Japanese body towels work effectively to distribute soap, and lift away dirt and dead skin, without needing much product at all.

How do I clean my exfoliating shower towel?
Rinse thoroughly after each use, squeeze out excess water, and hang to dry. For deeper cleaning, machine wash regularly or hand wash in warm water and allow to fully dry.

Is the Sasawashi mesh towel plastic free?
Yes. It’s made from natural plant-based Sasawashi fibres and contains no plastic, making it a sustainable alternative to synthetic loofahs and shower scrubbers.

How long does a Sasawashi exfoliating towel last?
With regular rinsing and occasional washing, most customers find their towel lasts many months to over a year, making it a durable and low-waste bathroom essential.

Learn more here about the best Japanese exfoliating towel.

30% Washi paper/Kumazasa fibres, 70% Cotton

SASAWASHI fabric is made by blending Kumazasa fibres; grown in the cool highlands of Japan, with Washi paper. Washi is strong, durable and water-resistant used in traditional Shoji sliding doors keeping homes cool in summer and warm in winter. A sheet of these blended fibres is then slit into long strings of yarn, twisted together to machine weave or knit SASAWASHI yarn and fabric.

27cm x 93cm

Rinse clean after use under the shower or tap. Can be washed in a washing machine inside a net bag.
Wash separately from other coloured items
Do not use bleach.

Japan

Sasawashi brings things back to a simpler way of caring for the body that existed long before synthetic nylon cloths became the norm.

Made in Japan from a blend of kumazasa plant fibres and washi paper, it creates a fabric that’s naturally textured, breathable, and quietly effective — without ever feeling harsh on the skin.

These Japanese exfoliating and cleanses cloths lift away dead skin without that over-scrubbed feeling. People find they need less soap, as the fibres work efficiently rather than relying on heavy lather. 

Kumazasa has long been valued in Japan for its antibacterial properties, helping to keep the fabric clean and comfortable over time. 

Importantly, Sasawashi is made from plant-based fibres rather than petroleum-based ones — no plastic, no shedding microfibres, and a much lighter impact over its lifetime.

Less about harsh exfoliation, more about consistency. Less about adding more products, more about working with materials that are healthier close to your skin.