Body Care Tools
Tools for a Smoother, More Intentional Body-Care Ritual
Your glow isn't only about what you put on your skin. How you cleanse and exfoliate matters, too.
Dame Body Body Care Tools are thoughtfully selected to support the Dame Glowing Skin Method™ and help you cleanse more effectively, manage surface buildup, smooth rough-feeling areas, and prepare your skin for the nourishing moisture that follows.
From your everyday shower to your weekly deeper-exfoliation ritual, each tool has a different job.
The goal isn't to scrub harder.
It's to use the right tool, at the right time, for what your skin needs.
FIND THE RIGHT TOOL FOR YOUR SKIN
African Net Sponge
CLEANSE • LATHER • LIGHTLY EXFOLIATE
Meet your everyday shower companion.
The African Net Sponge pairs with your favorite Dame Body Moisturizing Body Wash or Soap Bar to create a rich lather while helping cleanse away daily sweat, oil and surface buildup.
Its long, flexible net design also makes it easier to cleanse larger areas of the body and reach places that can be difficult to access with a traditional washcloth, especially the back and shoulders.
Reach for your African Net Sponge when you want to:
- Cleanse the body thoroughly
- Create a rich lather with Body Wash or Soap
- Add light physical exfoliation to your cleansing ritual
- Reach the back, shoulders and other hard-to-reach areas
- Give areas prone to sweat and product buildup additional cleansing attention
- Replace a traditional washcloth with a more functional body-cleansing tool
BEST FOR: Regular cleansing + light exfoliation
PAIR WITH: Dame Body Moisturizing Body Wash or Soap Bar
Dame Deep Exfoliating Mitt
DEEP EXFOLIATION • SMOOTH • PREP
Think of the Dame Deep Exfoliating Mitt as your weekly body reset.
Inspired by Korean body-exfoliation traditions, this textured mitt is designed for periodic deeper physical exfoliation on thoroughly softened, wet skin.
Unlike your African Net Sponge, this is not primarily a cleansing tool.
And unlike your Dame Body Polishing Scrub, you don't need to add another exfoliating product.
The ritual starts with water, softened skin and the mitt.
After soaking in a warm bath or spending enough time under a warm shower to thoroughly soften the skin, wet the mitt, wring out excess water and work over the body using intentional, controlled strokes.
The textured material provides the friction.
No Body Wash.
No Soap.
No Body Scrub.
No Oil.
Just softened, wet skin + your damp exfoliating mitt.
HOW OFTEN SHOULD I USE THE MITT?
For most Dames, think of the Deep Exfoliating Mitt as a weekly body-care tool rather than an everyday washcloth.
If you're particularly buildup-prone and your skin tolerates physical exfoliation well, you may choose to use it as often as approximately every three days, concentrating primarily on the areas that need additional attention.
You do not need to aggressively exfoliate your entire body every three days simply because you can.
Pay attention to your skin.
Some weeks your body may need the full ritual. Other times, you may only need to concentrate on a few stubborn areas.
PAY ATTENTION TO WHERE BUILDUP LIKES TO HIDE
We tend to give our knees and elbows all the exfoliation attention, but buildup doesn't only happen there.
Sweat, dead surface skin, deodorant, body products, friction and everyday life can leave certain areas feeling rougher or more buildup-prone.
Pay special attention to areas such as:
- Back of the upper arms
- Arms and elbows
- Shoulders
- Upper back
- Chest and décolleté
- Beneath the breasts and along body folds
- Underarms
- Sides of the torso
- Hips
- Buttocks and backside
- Thighs
- Backs of the legs
- Calves
- Ankles
The goal isn't to scrub every area with the same pressure.
Work intentionally.
Give more attention to the places where you actually notice buildup and less attention to areas that already feel smooth or become irritated easily.
Use especially gentle pressure around more delicate areas such as the chest, underarms, beneath the breasts and body folds.
If skin feels irritated, tender, raw or uncomfortable, stop exfoliating that area.
HOW TO USE YOUR DAME DEEP EXFOLIATING MITT
1. SOFTEN
Start with a warm shower or bath.
Give your skin time to become thoroughly wet and softened before reaching for the mitt.
This is not a jump-in-the-shower-and-immediately-start-scrubbing ritual.
Let the warm water do some of the work first.
2. SKIP THE PRODUCT
Wet your mitt and wring out the excess water.
For this deeper exfoliation session, use the damp mitt directly on softened, wet skin without Body Wash, Soap, Body Scrub, Body Oil or Body Butter underneath it.
Slippery products can reduce the friction you're intentionally using from the mitt.
3. WORK IN SECTIONS
Instead of aggressively scrubbing everywhere at once, move systematically around your body.
Think:
Arms → Shoulders → Chest/Torso → Hips/Backside → Thighs → Calves → Ankles
Spend additional time where you tend to notice roughness or buildup.
4. CONTROL YOUR PRESSURE
Start gently.
Increase pressure only where your skin comfortably tolerates it.
You are looking for effective exfoliation, not irritated skin.
Pressure is not an active ingredient.
Redness, burning, tenderness or raw-feeling skin is not evidence that your exfoliation “worked better.”
5. RINSE
Rinse your body thoroughly after exfoliating.
6. MOISTURIZE
Now we put some goodness back.
Apply your Dame Body Nourishing Body Oil while your skin is still slightly damp.
Follow with your Dame Body Rich Body Butter when you want additional moisture, softness and sealing.
AND THEN THERE'S YOUR DAME BODY POLISHING SCRUB
POLISH • NOURISH • RENEW
Your Dame Body Polishing Scrub has another job entirely.
Dame Body Scrubs combine physical exfoliation with our Nourishing Body Butter Blend, Nourishing Oil Blend and collection-specific botanicals, powders and exfoliants for a creamy, indulgent polishing experience.
That means your scrub isn't replacing your cleansing tool.
And your Deep Exfoliating Mitt isn't replacing your scrub.
They provide different levels and styles of exfoliation for different skin days.
SPONGE, MITT OR SCRUB?
AFRICAN NET SPONGE
EVERYDAY
CLEANSE • LATHER • LIGHTLY EXFOLIATE
Use with your favorite Dame Body Body Wash or Soap Bar during your regular shower ritual.
DAME DEEP EXFOLIATING MITT
WEEKLY / PERIODIC
DEEP EXFOLIATION • SMOOTH • PREP
Use alone on thoroughly softened, wet skin, generally weekly or as frequently as approximately every three days for buildup-prone skin that tolerates it well.
DAME BODY POLISHING SCRUB
POLISHING RITUAL
POLISH • NOURISH • RENEW
Use according to your individual scrub directions to physically polish while surrounding the skin with nourishing oils, butters and collection-specific botanicals.
YES, YOU CAN OWN ALL THREE.
They aren't redundant.
They simply shouldn't all be used aggressively at the same time.
WHERE BODY CARE TOOLS FIT INTO THE DAME GLOWING SKIN METHOD™
STEP 1: CLEANSE
Pair your African Net Sponge with your favorite Dame Body Moisturizing Body Wash or Soap Bar.
Work your cleanser into the damp sponge to create a rich lather, then gently cleanse the body.
This is your regular cleansing + light-exfoliation tool.
CLEANSE → RINSE → GET READY FOR WHAT COMES NEXT
STEP 2: EXFOLIATE
This is where you choose what your skin needs.
Want your nourishing polishing ritual?
Reach for your Dame Body Polishing Scrub.
Massage over damp skin according to the individual product directions, rinse, and follow with moisture.
Notice heavier buildup or rough-feeling areas?
That's your Dame Deep Exfoliating Mitt day.
Allow your skin to soften thoroughly in warm water first. Then use your damp mitt directly against wet skin without cleanser or scrub, concentrating on buildup-prone areas.
Think of it as your weekly body reset.
For buildup-prone skin that tolerates physical exfoliation well, the mitt may be used as frequently as approximately every three days.
You do not need the deepest possible exfoliation every time you shower.
STEP 3: MOISTURIZE
Once you've cleansed and completed any exfoliation your skin needs, don't wait until you're completely dry to think about moisture.
Apply your Dame Body Nourishing Body Oil to damp skin.
Massage it in.
Then follow with your Dame Body Rich Body Butter whenever you want additional moisture and sealing.
CLEANSE → EXFOLIATE → MOISTURIZE
REVEAL YOUR RADIANT GLOW™
MORE PRESSURE IS NOT MORE GLOW
We need to talk about this because exfoliating tools are often marketed as though the goal is to scrub until you can see that something dramatic happened.
That's not the Dame Body philosophy.
Physical exfoliation creates friction.
How much your skin needs can depend on the tool you're using, how frequently you're using it, how much pressure you're applying, the area of your body and your individual skin.
Start gently.
Let warm water soften your skin.
Use controlled pressure.
Pay attention to how your skin responds.
And give your skin time between deeper exfoliation sessions.
Pressure is not an active ingredient.
If your skin becomes tender, raw, irritated, painful or uncomfortable, that's your cue to stop.
Not scrub harder.
BUILD YOUR BODY-CARE TOOLKIT
You don't need a complicated 14-step shower routine.
You need tools and products with clearly defined jobs.
FOR EVERYDAY CLEANSING
African Net Sponge
FOR PERIODIC DEEPER EXFOLIATION
Dame Deep Exfoliating Mitt
FOR BOTANICAL BODY POLISHING
Dame Body Polishing Scrub
FOR REPLENISHING MOISTURE
Dame Body Nourishing Body Oil + Rich Body Butter
Together, they allow you to adjust your body-care ritual based on what your skin actually needs today.
That's the difference between collecting products and building an intentional ritual.
THAT DAME ENERGY
Body care is one of those beautiful opportunities to slow down long enough to actually notice the skin you're living in.
Where does it feel soft?
Where does it feel rough?
Where does it need a little extra attention?
And where might it be asking you to simply leave it alone?
You don't need to chase perfectly polished skin.
You can learn how to care for your body with intention, consistency and a little more softness.
Take your time.
Notice your skin.
Adjust your ritual.
Then moisturize that beautiful body and go about your day carrying That Dame Energy™ with you.
HEALTHY SKIN. A CALMER YOU. A BRIGHTER EVERYDAY.
BODY CARE TOOLS FAQ
What's the difference between the African Net Sponge and Dame Deep Exfoliating Mitt?
The African Net Sponge is primarily an everyday cleansing tool that provides light physical exfoliation while helping create lather and cleanse the body.
The Dame Deep Exfoliating Mitt is designed for periodic deeper physical exfoliation on thoroughly softened, wet skin without cleanser or scrub.
Think:
Sponge = regular cleansing.
Mitt = weekly body reset.
How often should I use the Dame Deep Exfoliating Mitt?
For most Dames, approximately once weekly is a great starting point.
If your skin is particularly buildup-prone and tolerates physical exfoliation well, you may use it as frequently as approximately every three days, focusing on areas that actually need additional attention.
Your skin's response should guide your frequency.
Do I put soap or Body Wash on my Deep Exfoliating Mitt?
For your deeper mitt exfoliation ritual, no.
Allow your skin to soften thoroughly in warm water, wet and wring out the mitt, then use it directly against wet skin.
Save Body Wash and Soap for your cleansing ritual.
What areas should I concentrate on with the mitt?
Pay attention to areas prone to roughness, sweat, friction and surface buildup, including the backs of the arms, shoulders, upper back, chest, beneath the breasts, underarms, hips, backside, thighs, calves and ankles.
Use lighter pressure on more delicate areas.
Can I use the African Net Sponge every day?
The African Net Sponge is intended for regular body cleansing and light exfoliation.
Your ideal frequency depends on your individual skin and the amount of pressure you use. Start gently and adjust based on how your skin responds.
Do I still need a Body Scrub if I own the mitt?
They perform different jobs.
The mitt provides periodic deeper mechanical exfoliation.
Dame Body Polishing Scrubs provide a nourishing body-polishing ritual using our Nourishing Body Butter Blend, Nourishing Oil Blend and collection-specific exfoliants and botanicals.
You can incorporate both into your body-care routine without using them aggressively during the same session.
Should I use my mitt and Body Scrub in the same shower?
Generally, you don't need to stack two intensive physical-exfoliation methods in the same session.
Alternate them according to what your skin needs.
Can I use these tools on my face?
No.
These exfoliating tools are designed for body skin, not delicate facial skin.
What should I apply after deeper exfoliation?
After rinsing, apply your Dame Body Nourishing Body Oil while skin is still slightly damp.
Follow with Rich Body Butter when you want additional moisture and sealing.
How should I care for my Body Care Tools?
Rinse your tool thoroughly after use and allow it to dry completely between uses.
Follow the care instructions on the individual African Net Sponge or Dame Deep Exfoliating Mitt PDP for washing, drying, storage and replacement recommendations.