Where to purchase/price: I bought the Konjac Sponge (Green Tea) from a local Pharmacy and cost me NZ$4.99. It usually cost at NZ$8.00. It was on sale when I bought this. I have never used anything similar before but at this price, worth a try.
About the product: Konjac Sponge is a 100% natural facial and body cleansing sponge made from vegetable fibres of Konjac (Konnyaku). The Konjac sponge has been used in Japan first as a bath sponge for new born babies for more than 100 years because of its soft texture. The Konjac sponge look like a 'kitchen' sponges (You can see from the above picture).
Key Features:
- Clean skin pores in eliminating blackheads, dirt and oil
- Kill acne or pimples
- Moisturises your skin when use
- Gently exfoliates your skin
- Balances out the pH of your skin
- Ideal for people with hypersensitive skin
I did some research from the Internet,there are heaps of different brand of Konjac Sponge. The price range can be from US $2 to US $14 also different colour sponge can help with different skin types and issue. Below are some examples:
1. Green (Green Tea) - It can help the skin supple and has a soothing and moisturising effect.
2. Purple (Lavender) - Accelerate cell regeneration, removes bacteria and eliminates blackheads. Helps with allergies.
3. Yellow (Lemon) - Packed full of Vitamin C and ideal for cleansing the skin. Helps to remove dark spots.
1. Softening the sponge by soak in warm water for 3 to 5 minutes
2. Massage your face or body with the sponge in circling direction, either with or without cleaning soap
3. After use, rinse it and dry in a cool place for next use
Final Thoughts: I have been using this Konjac Sponge for 2 month. I use it on my 'double' cleansing stage with the normal cleanser. It seems like it doesn't do anything, however I can feel my skin softer and I think I have fewer blackheads around my nose. I am satisfy with this Konjac Sponge but I can't say I super love it. If the pharmacy is having a sale again, I may buy another colour to try. If you asked me to pay US $14 for the Sponge, I probably won't buy it again. I would suggest if you want to try the Konjac Sponge, buy a cheap one from eBay first.
Disclaimer: All products were purchased with my own money, I am not getting to paid for this review and not sponsored. All my reviews are always 100% honest.
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