Konjac Sponge: How to use it
You have probably never heard of the Konjac sponge, it is a completely natural sponge obtained from a tuber of Asian origin, namely the Konjac potato or konnyaku. Konjac sponge how to use it: The pH of this sponge is alkaline and is therefore excellent for rebalancing the acidity of the skin, making it healthy and luminous.
Its appearance is similar to a half sphere, usually the size of the palm of the hand, accompanied by a cord which is used to allow perfect drying of the product. The Konjac sponge is very soft and porous, it can be used to cleanse and exfoliate the skin of the face really deeply, but at the same time delicately and without attacking it too much, as many exfoliating cleansers, sponges and horsehair gloves often do. It is therefore an excellent alternative for the most sensitive skin. Precisely because it appears very delicate, this sponge may at first glance seem ineffective and not doing its job, but once you have cleansed and dried your face, you will immediately feel the "velvet" effect on your skin and a sensation of deep cleansing. .
The konjac sponge, the traditional one is white, in the "dried" version, but on the market you can find sponges ready for use soaked in distilled water.
Konjac sponge how to use it:
There are different variations of the konjac sponge on the market: during their processing, in fact, its fibers can be enriched with other natural ingredients to give the sponge different properties, all of a different colour. Let's see together what they are and their functions!
Bamboo Charcoal: it is black in color, and is charcoal. Perfect for oily and acne-prone skin. Highly recommended for use by teenagers too. The purifying active ingredients naturally present in activated charcoal absorb all excess sebum and remove dirt by cleansing deeply, thus preventing the appearance of pimples and blackheads.
Green clay: highly recommended for oily and combination skin, the sponge with clay green it is ideal for purifying the skin by eliminating excess toxins. It leaves the face luminous, toned and compact and is a valid ally to combat enlarged pores.
Pink Clay: it is ideal if you have delicate and sensitive skin, the pink clay sponge gently cleanses and purifies skin irritated by exposure to environmental stress such as cold, sun or air conditioning. It improves skin elasticity and has a brightening effect on the face!
Red Clay: excellent for dry and mature skin, but also for problematic skin that needs to improve tone and reduce redness. The sponge enriched with red clay is also recommended in case of eczema, psoriasis or rosacea. In fact, clay has an immediate soothing effect!
Chamomile: chamomile is suitable for very sensitive and irritated skin, the calming effect of chamomile relaxes and relaxes the skin!
Green tea: Also suitable for normal or mature skin, the green tea konjac sponge is rich in antioxidants, which have the function of protecting the skin from free radical damage and counteracting skin aging.
The Konjac sponge can only be used with water, it does not require the use of specific detergents. You will need to pass it on your face after removing your make-up, delicately carrying out a circular massage which will stimulate blood circulation.
Once used it must be wrung out and left to dry to avoid the formation of bacteria due to water stagnation. Once dry it will harden, but you can wet it to make it soft again and ready for use!
As we know, being a natural 100% product, this sponge does not have eternal life, but has an average use time of three months. Its price is around 5/10 euros. Once you have finished using it, simply hang it by the cord, so that it can dry without being damaged!
