it is soft but does not work any better than other mitts [SEP] this silk exfoliating mitt is soft i used the mitt on my face i can not tell any difference between this mitt and any other mitts except that it is soft no difference in the skinthe mitt fits the hand for cleaning the resealable package comes with a mitt it says silk but i am not sure i would agree with thati will not be recommending this silk exfoliating mitt to family and friends