When I was first introduced to the Konjac Sponge, I will admit...I thought it was all hype. But soon after using the Konjac Sponge, I realized that it was different from the rest of the cleansing sponges, brushes or devices available on the market, in a BIG WAY!
What is a Konjac Sponge
A Konjac Sponge is a cleansing sponge made up of the fibres of the Konjac Plant. This potato type plant is from Eastern Asia and has been used to eat and as a traditional beauty treatment for hundreds of years. The fibres from the Konjac plant are rich in vitamins and minerals including potassium, zinc, magnesium, vitamins a + e + d + b and more!
How do you use it
The Konjac Sponge is very hard when dry, so it must be held under warm running water for 3 minutes or until it is perfectly squishy. Gently massage the skin with the sponge in circular motions for 60 seconds, making sure to cleanse each area of the face. It can be used with or without your cleanser and is gentle enough to use every day. Use the sponge to wash the cleanser off your face as well!
Tip: Removing your make-up with the sponge works amazingly well! However, if you're keen on maintaining the integrity of the sponge for as long as possible, I recommend removing it before cleansing.
Rinse the sponge thoroughly and leave it to dry in a cool, dry place after each use, prior to placing it back into its case.
The benefits and my thoughts
Skin has a more even texture and congestion, blemishes and irregular skin surface is reduced. Skin is deeply cleansed and gently exfoliated without being stripped or imbalanced. Pigmentation and scarring are reduced and the complexion is pure, healthy and radiant. Did I mention your skin will be super soft and more refined?!
L-O-V-E the results that the Konjac Sponge offers and I will never be without one, it makes that big of a difference.
Saje Tips
- Try the Konjac sponge with your Saje Cleanser for optimal skin clarity, health and radiance
- Use the side of the sponge to get in hard to reach areas like nasal folds
- Apply gentle pressure in a circular motion while using the Sponge for a minimum 60 seconds to ensure a thorough cleanse- do not use too much pressure
- Try on areas of the body that have stubborn dryness or 'chicken skin' (Keratosis Pilaris)
- Use gently over lips to help soften and smooth
Final words
I have tried pretty much every skin cleansing device, brush and sponge available and NOTHING compares to the Konjac Sponge. Not only is it simple, all natural and affordable, it actually improves the complexion in a noticeable way. Saje carries four variations of the Konjac Sponge to suit every skin concern and need, so anyone and everyone should have one!
It may seem like a stretch that a simple sponge can deliver so many benefits... but this is no ordinary sponge!
