Aside from the sea spongeâs many uses as a household favorite in bathing, personal care, cleaning, and more, living sea sponges are actually being researched right now in hopes to synthesize alternative treatments for various ailments.
1 Finally, if you want to go all out, wear a costume. 2  Traditional costumes for Mardi Gras parties include the court jester, the pirate, the French courtier or French royalty. 3  You should be able to easily find any of these costumes in your local costume shop.
Whether they cover the wearerâs eyes or whole face, masks add an element of mystery and intrigue when worn, especially around this particular holiday in the city. Itâs safe to say that masks are one of our favorite Mardi Gras traditions.