Girls and women who are following the latest in facial care know very well that not so long ago an amazing product called konjac sponge went on sale. Such a great demand for these products is due to the fact that it is able to very delicately cleanse the skin of the face.
What is this sponge?
The thing is that one of the main components of this cosmetic product is the cognac plant, which contains a lot of glucomannan. Thanks to this substance, keratinized layers of the skin are removed from the face gently and painlessly.
Which can be?
On sale you can find sponges of various shapes. But most often there are products in the form of a ball, heart or hemisphere. The shape of the sponge is selected only in accordance with individual preferences and does not affect the quality of cleaning at all.
The properties
To date, the best companies producing products of this kind are Spa Belle and Clarette. Their konjac sponges are endowed with a mass of properties that have beneficial effects on the skin:
- face peeling. Without any pain and damage, the konjac sponge removes all contaminants. In addition, on contact with the skin, dead skin is removed without the use of additional cosmetic exfoliating agents;
- massage. Konjac sponge helps to smooth out fine facial wrinkles. Its porous structure helps nerve endings to tone, and also stabilizes blood flow;
- moisturizing. Due to the fact that when cleaning the skin, the maximum number of pores is opened, air can penetrate into the cells much deeper, and, accordingly, the skin of the face becomes much tighter and more elastic;
- PH leveling The daily use of sponge involves the rejection of alkaline cleansing agents.
- harmlessness. This property of sponge is very important for people suffering from allergic reactions. All components of the washcloth are completely natural, therefore, do not cause any negative reactions on the face;
- universality. On sale you can find konjac sponge for any type of skin, even for children;
- durability. By observing all the rules for using and storing a sponge, you can increase its service life to 3-4 months.
Varieties of konjac sponges:
1. A product with green tea extract, refreshing the skin. Such sponges are very popular among women with combination or dry skin. The fact is that green tea contains a lot of useful substances that can protect the skin from exposure to sunlight. They also have beneficial effects on small vessels, toning and strengthening them.
2. Konjac sponge with bamboo charcoal. It is more common among girls who have oily skin prone to acne. Clarette's product is especially popular. Konjac sponge with bamboo charcoal is aimed at soft, but at the same time deep cleansing of the skin from impurities. It also helps to narrow the pores, thereby protecting them from rapid re-contamination. In addition, bamboo charcoal has a calming effect on the skin, relieving itching, redness and inflammation.
3. Product with lavender. Lavender sponge will be useful for girls with facial skin diseases. So, this mini washcloth is able to accelerate the healing process of small wounds and even scars. In this case, the skin texture is significantly leveled, the skin is tightened and becomes smoother. Lavender is able to rejuvenate, accelerating blood circulation in the capillaries, regardless of skin type.
Such a sponge can be used to relax the skin before bedtime, as well as to remove makeup.
Konjac sponge: how to use and how to care for it?
Before starting the treatment of the face, it is required to leave the sponge in warm water for several minutes. The fact is that when dry, this cosmetic product is quite solid and can even leave marks on the skin of the face. Therefore, the sponge must be brought to a soft state, and so that it absorbs more moisture, it is recommended to mash it with your hands.
In the event that any additional cosmetic product (soap, gel or milk) is used for washing, it should be applied not to the face, but directly to the washcloth. After that, it must be foamed properly.
Washing should begin from the forehead, moving smoothly to the décolleté zone. In this case, the movements should not be sharp, but smooth and circular. Gentle massage of the skin will maximize the effect without damage.
After completing the procedure, be sure to wash the sponge. If no additional cosmetics were applied, then it will be cleaned with ordinary tap water, but the use of lotions or soap involves soaking the product in boiling water. This is necessary so that all small particles are thoroughly removed from the porous structure of the washcloth, otherwise a fungal growth may form on the surface.
To avoid the appearance of harmful bacteria, it is recommended to thoroughly dry the sponge. And the best option is to dry in a dark and cool place. The sponge is suspended on a rope. Trying to dry the washcloth, laying it on a horizontal surface, is not worth it, since all moisture will accumulate in the lower part of it. The finally dried product becomes smaller in size, brightens and coarsens. Only such a washcloth can be removed before next use.
Conclusion
Now you know about Clarette products. Konjac sponge can be selected for yourself, depending on preferences, products come in different types. Other companies also produce similar products, but they are less well known. How to use this sponge is now also clear, all the necessary recommendations are given in the article.