Sponge Konjac
What it is?
A konjac sponge is an interesting and useful device for washing, as well as for caring for the skin of the face and body. This is a natural cosmetic product that is completely safe and hypoallergenic. It is great for any skin type. This beauty product is presented in the form of a sponge.
Everything about konjac sponges can tell us their origin. They are made from the fibrous part of plants that can be found in Asian countries, their name is amorphophalus-konjac. It is generally cultivated in other countries for the value of its roots, but it also grows freely in the tropics, as well as in Thailand, western China, and eastern Japan. It was this remedy that women from the East used to cleanse and give their skin a light porcelain shade, which is so valued in a number of countries, for example, in China. The girls brightened their faces with the help of konjac, which left only a delicate shade of blush.
Now this plant is dried and made from it such a sponge for washing. It has extremely useful properties. Konjac is completely natural, it is perfect for the care of any, even problematic skin.
Features and Benefits
Judging by the origin of this plant, as well as the description of the manufacturers, konjac is the most natural cosmetic product. In addition to cleansing, the konjac sponge can be used to massage the skin of the face and body, it perfectly cares for the skin even in the most delicate areas. Massage with such an applicator has a tightening and rejuvenating effect on the skin. It very effectively cleanses the top layer of the skin and has a peeling effect, helping to remove dead skin and flaking skin particles. Moisturizing the skin of the face, the konjac sponge provides excellent lifting.
Manufacturers present a wide range of varieties of this cosmetic product, so that every woman and girl can choose the most suitable shape and appearance of this cosmetic product. You can choose a sponge that will be comfortable for you to hold in your hands, and which will penetrate into all the folds of the skin.
The positive qualities of this product are due not only to the natural composition of this sponge, but also to its high-quality processing with essential oils of green tea, bamboo and turmeric, as well as herbal extracts, oils of lavender, berries or clay. Each such konjac is unique, its choice should be approached as subjectively and individually as possible.
Natural konjac sponge contains no harmful chemicals, it is completely safe. Cosmetologists note its hygiene and environmental friendliness. The great advantage of this applicator is its versatility: konjac is suitable for any skin type. Konjac sponge perfectly cleanses the polluted pores of the face and at the same time helps to narrow the enlarged pores. This natural sponge gently and gently removes dead skin cells.
With all this, konjac does not dry out the face and body at all, but, on the contrary, helps to moisturize them. This sponge maintains the normal natural balance of the skin. It perfectly fights greasy shine on the face, removing excess fat from the skin. This konjac sponge is completely safe for those whose skin is prone to allergic reactions.
The use of this sponge is allowed for all skin imperfections, except for areas with open wounds or severe inflammation. It is better not to use on infected skin, so as not to promote the spread of infection throughout the face and body.
Varieties
Each version of the konjac sponge is suitable for a specific type of problem skin. In addition, it can be selected based on the specific purpose of the sponge and your age. The most classic option is the white konjac sponge, which does not contain any additional components, oils or additives. This is the most versatile sponge that is suitable for any type of skin on the face and body, it is used exclusively for cleansing and gentle exfoliation, as well as for applying concealer and other products.
The green sponge is distinguished by the addition of aloe essential oil, which is very beneficial for the skin of the face, it contains minerals that have protective properties. It is able to renew the skin, and at the same time, such a konjac sponge perfectly heals damage and fights acne marks. Green sponge is perfect for normal or combination skin types. Green konjac can be not only with the addition of aloe vera, this type of sponge can be with green clay or green tea extract.The latter option is great for moisturizing the skin after sunburn or for healing burnt areas of the body. It is a natural antioxidant that helps to make the skin structure more even and helps fight pigmentation.
Konjac is close to green, jade in color, very suitable for those who have a dry type of dermis. This applicator is impregnated with natural polyphenol, ascorbic acid, tocopherol, and other natural substances. Washing with such a sponge will resist premature aging of the dermis. As a rule, this kind of konjac has a heart shape and a hemispherical shape. Cosmetologists note that after daily washing with such a sponge for three to four weeks, the skin of the face becomes healthier, its color changes in a positive direction.
Black konjac sponge with bamboo charcoal extract is more suitable for those whose skin is prone to oily and acne. Due to absorption, this plant helps to fight black dots, this sponge also helps to cleanse the pores of impurities, narrows the pores and does not dry the dermis at all. As a rule, such a sponge is used for washing the face.
There is also a turmeric yellow konjac that is suitable for older women. Turmeric has antioxidant properties, evens out the skin, making it smoother and thus helps fight wrinkles. This konjac sponge has toning and regenerating qualities, it perfectly moisturizes the skin.
Violet konjac sponge is impregnated with lavender extract, it helps to hide fatigue from the face and perfectly tones its skin.In addition, it is excellent in case of irritation on the dermis, as it has soothing and softening properties. Such a sponge is suitable even for those who are prone to allergies. Beauticians recommend washing them even during working hours. Konjac Lavender Sponge is a great solution for people with problematic and combination skin.
You can pick up a konjac washcloth for the body. Typically, this type of konjac sponge is larger than the standard konjac face applicator. Such a sponge will have the same properties as konjac for the face. It will help you deal with any pollution.
How to use
As a rule, konjac sponges are used for washing and for deep cleansing of the skin of the face. Initially, dry konjac looks like a hard rocky substance, but after soaking it becomes flexible and elastic, so it becomes convenient for them to wash. Some girls buy facial konjac for other purposes: they use it for contouring when applying makeup, as well as for blending foundation. The classic purpose of a konjac sponge is to cleanse the face and body. It can be used for washing every day, so the dermis will become softer and silkier.
Before you start using such an applicator, dip it in a vessel with warm water for a few minutes and leave it there until the konjac gets wet and about double in size. The main thing is to feel if the central part of such a sponge remains solid. Once the sponge is ready to use, you can use it with or without cleansers. Before you start washing, wring out the sponge a little.Do not rub the face cover strongly, the movements should be smooth, massage.
Care for the skin of the face with konjac in the direction from the forehead to the chin. At the same time, try to linger on contaminated areas or areas prone to acne or blackheads. To achieve a lifting effect, try to move from the central part of the face to the sides. If desired, you can also clean the neck and décolleté area with a konjac sponge.
A konjac sponge can be used for massage, while special cosmetic products, such as creams, can be rubbed in. It can also be used to remove makeup from the face, for this it is better to apply a special cleanser to it. At the end of the procedures, gently wring out the sponge and leave it to dry completely in a room with low humidity, in no case twist it when wringing out. For best results, replace the Konjac Sponge with a new one every two to three months.
Colors
The colors of the konjac sponge depend on what it is impregnated with. Manufacturers add various essential oils or extracts of useful plants to its composition to enhance the cosmetic effect. White konjac is the most natural option, suitable even for delicate baby or teenage skin. The green color of konjac is obtained by adding tea tree oil, green tea extract or aloe juice to its composition. These konjac sponges are best suited for women with sensitive skin.
Manufacturers get the black color of the konjac sponge by soaking the konjac sponge with bamboo charcoal extract. Konjac of this color is better for those who have oily skin. Yellow konjac impregnated with turmeric is suitable for combating age-related skin changes.There are also orange-red sponges that are made with red clay, they also have antioxidant properties and help fight wrinkles, this type of konjac sponge is best used for dry skin types. In addition, this brandy helps to brighten the skin color, making it more even and smooth.
A pink konjac sponge is impregnated with pink clay, which contains a lot of silicon. It is also better to use the owners of dry dermis. Cosmetologists recommend washing with such a sponge for women with tired and sensitive skin, prone to irritation. Facial skin massage with pink konjac accelerates blood circulation, it will give a natural glow. In addition, konnyaku with pink clay has tonic properties, restores damaged cells of the upper layer of the epithelium, and helps fight irritations.
Pink Konjac is very versatile. Beauticians recommend using it for women with any type of skin. It helps to remove sebum without drying the skin, softening and moisturizing it. That is why konjac with pink clay can be used for washing even for those women whose dermis is prone to an allergic reaction.
How to store
To store the konjac sponge, you can use a special container for sponges, which will be securely and tightly closed. Beauticians recommend storing such a container with this applicator in the refrigerator. So you can protect your konjac from dust and dirt. Before placing it in the container, try to pre-dry the sponge. In order for you to dry the konjac sponge, the manufacturers have provided a small cord for hanging it on any hook in the bathroom.
The string can also be used to soak the sponge. To do this, you can hang the konjac for it on the tap with the water turned on. Before starting the procedures and after each use, the konjac applicator should be rinsed with clean water. This is necessary in order to remove all contaminants from it.
Manufacturer rating
Many manufacturers offer a wide variety of konjac sponges. The most popular budget cosmetic brands offering brandy sponges are Faberlic, Oriflame, Avon. These manufacturers present konjac sponges and other products in catalogs where you can choose the most suitable konjac applicator for you. More expensive manufacturers are the Clarette brand, a well-known French manufacturer, as well as the brands Valori, L'Etoile, and the Korean manufacturer TianDe. The Japanese manufacturer Boscia is very popular.
In general, konjac sponges are produced in many countries, both Asian and European. According to the main characteristics, the konjac sponges of all leading brands are similar to each other. The most popular are konjac sponges made in Japan and Korea. Their price varies from a few hundred rubles to a thousand and depends, first of all, on a particular brand.
Reviews of cosmetologists
Cosmetologists are very positive about konjac sponges. They recommend choosing a specific variety based on your skin type and the problems you want to combat with konjac. Cosmetologists note the natural composition of this sponge and its benefits for the skin. They also recommend using it daily to wash your face and at least two or three times a week to exfoliate the skin of the body with a konjac sponge.
Beauticians especially note the natural white konjac sponge, as it is suitable for any skin. Such a sponge gently cares for the skin of the face and does not damage it. Experts note that the main thing is to follow the recommendations for using a konjac sponge and choose the right variety that suits you individually. And then you can achieve the perfect appearance of the skin of the face and body.