The Ultimate Tongue Scraper

The Ultimate Tongue Scraper is made by Geochang Yugi from yugi, a traditional Korean metal craft. According to the maker, each piece is finished by hand by artisans, drawing on techniques the company says have been passed down for more than 100 years.

Why yugi

Yugi is an alloy of copper and tin. The maker says it offers strong corrosion resistance and antibacterial properties, which it presents as the reason the scraper can stay clean over long-term use. Geochang Yugi also describes the material as having a distinctive texture that it has optimized for lifting buildup from the surface of the tongue.

Built to replace plastic

The project frames the scraper as an eco-conscious design: a reusable, long-lasting metal tool intended as a sustainable alternative to disposable plastic products, with the stated aim of reducing waste. Hand production, the maker says, allows each unit to be finished with care.

A royal lineage

Geochang Yugi ties its designs to traditions associated with the Korean royal court, where, according to the maker, yugi was a favored material. The Ultimate Tongue Scraper is pitched as an adaptation of that heritage for everyday use, supporting what the company calls a comfortable, healthy daily routine.

• Material: yugi, a copper and tin alloy
• Maker: Geochang Yugi
• Construction: handmade by artisans, per the maker
• Claimed properties: corrosion resistance and antibacterial performance
• Positioning: reusable alternative to plastic tongue scrapers