Hello everyone! Today, we've brought an exciting beauty tip that K-POP fans will surely want to check out. It's all about the 'shower glove,' a bath essential personally recommended by Lia of girl group ITZY. Since Lia introduced it as a must-have for overseas travel, many people have become curious about bath product hygiene management and replacement timing.

Recently, on her YouTube channel 'Lia Choi,' Lia revealed that because her skin is sensitive, she meticulously takes care of her facial and bath products, even using disposable face towels. She specifically pulled out a glove-type shower towel, explaining that she uses a similar shower glove at home, just in a different size. She emphasized the necessity of thorough cleansing, especially since she performs intense dances on stage, sweats a lot, and often applies pearl makeup products to her body.

K-POP Idol Lia's Secret Must-Have: The Shower Glove!

Lia mentioned that she originally used a shower pouf but felt uneasy, stating, "It bothered me that it was always left wet in the bathroom." Did you know that this feeling of uneasiness could be a sign to replace your bath products? Like Lia, many people tend to think that shower poufs or towels are clean because they produce abundant lather, but that might not always be the case.

• Shower poufs or towels can easily trap dead skin cells, sebum, body wash residue, and makeup products within their intricate mesh during use.
• Bathrooms have high humidity, making it easy for wet shower towels to remain damp for extended periods. Spherical poufs, in particular, take a long time to dry completely inside.
• While abundant lather itself enhances the feeling of cleanliness, residual foam trapped within the mesh can actually be detrimental to hygiene.

If your body wash scent lingers for a long time, or if you still feel a slippery residue after rinsing, it might not just be a pleasant fragrance, but rather a sign that cleanser and skin residues remain. Pay close attention to these details.

No More Dampness! Proper Shower Product Care & Replacement Timing

The glove-type shower towel Lia uses is easy to control since it's worn on the hand, and it's simple to shake off water and dry. Its portability also makes it great for travel. However, whether it's a shower glove or a shower pouf, post-use care is extremely important.

Here's how to properly care for your shower products:

• After use, rinse thoroughly to ensure no foam remains.
• Shake off excess water and hang it in a well-ventilated area to dry. Lying it on a bathroom shelf or floor can cause water to accumulate.
• When storing it in a travel pouch, avoid putting it in while wet. It's best to dry it as much as possible before storing. Even if it's a waterproof pouch, leave it open to air dry.

So, when should you replace your shower products? It's more practical to judge based on the product's condition rather than a fixed date.

• When it has been improperly stored in a damp state and starts to smell or change color.
• When it feels slimy or slippery to the touch.
• When the body wash scent lingers excessively even after rinsing, or when foam doesn't easily wash out (indicating potential residue buildup).
• When its surface becomes excessively rough, giving a scratchy feeling on the skin, or when the mesh stretches, loses elasticity, and becomes flimsy.

If these signs appear, it's time to consider replacing it. Even if a product is washable, if you still feel uneasy after washing, boldly switching to a new one is key to hygienic management.

Refresh Without Skin Irritation! Smart Tips for Using Shower Gloves

When removing residual glitter, makeup, or sunscreen from your body, like Lia does, a shower glove can feel more refreshing. However, for skin health, caution is needed in how you use it.

Tips for Using Shower Gloves:

• Instead of scrubbing immediately, allow the residues on your skin to soften sufficiently with water and lather before using.
• Use it gently, with the feeling of lifting away residues with foam, rather than scrubbing vigorously.
• For areas that are hard to clean, it's better to apply more lather and wash again, rather than scrubbing multiple times.
• If you frequently experience acne or folliculitis, have recently shaved/waxed, or have sunburn, avoid excessive use, and do not use on areas where you feel stinging or redness.

Our skin is precious! With proper shower product care and smart usage, we hope you can enjoy a fresh and healthy shower experience every single day!