Korean sponge Konnaku is an indispensable tool for cleansing the face. Using it on a daily basis, it will be possible to change the condition of the skin for the better, without making any special effort.
What it is?
Konjaku sponge, also known as konjac sponge, is a Korean product designed for high-quality cleansing of the skin. This device looks like a small hard sponge, gaining softness and elasticity when interacting with water. The tool is completely natural and does not cause an allergic reaction. Suitable sponge for any type and condition of the skin. Konjac sponge is made from the fibers of the roots of plants growing in Asian countries.
The elastic structure allows you to use a smaller amount of means for washing, but to get even more foam. The sponge dries quickly, and therefore bacteria do not have time to appear in it. A gentle surface does not injure the skin, and therefore is suitable even for everyday use on sensitive skin. Thanks to the exfoliating effect, its surface becomes smooth and shiny. You can use cognac not only for direct washing, but also for removing makeup, conducting a light massage or sculpting your face.
However, it is important not to forget that the period of use of the sponge is limited, and once a month or two it should be changed.
Speaking about the advantages of sponges to the cognac, it is necessary to mention that a completely natural product does not cause allergies, and also decomposes naturally. The absence of chemicals in the composition guarantees safety for the human body.It can be used in combination with any care products or even without them. A multifunctional product costs quite a budget and is now sold in all major cosmetics stores.
What is it for?
Most often, konjac sponge is used to wash face and body. It could be not only regular cleansing, but also deep scrubbing. Even the sensitive area around the eyes will be processed. Use of cognac is not recommended only in the presence of injured areas or diseases. The Korean sponge makes gentle peeling, cleans clogged pores and relieves skin of dryness and fatigue.
With regular use, the face again becomes soft and smooth, and minor damage disappears. The necessary skin massage is carried out, which helps to increase the elasticity of the face. In addition, the brandy effectively removes even makeup from sensitive areas.
Description of species
There are a large number of varieties of porous Konzhakov sponge. It must be said that individual varieties differ both in structure, in form, and in the impregnation used.
By structure
The structure of natural sponge is determined by pore size. Large openings are characteristic of rigid devices recommended for normal or aging skin. Small pores form softer sponges. They, in turn, Suitable for owners of sensitive or problem skin.
In shape
Most often, the cleansing sponge is available in the form of a circle, oval or a small drop, although, of course, there are more original variations. The form itself does not in any way affect the functionality of the used item, which means it is selected only in accordance with the preferences of the buyer. Konzhakov’s sponges designed for the body have a large size and shape of a rectangle.
Although cognac can be produced without any impregnation, sponges are increasingly enriched with natural additives to create an additional effect. For example, a sponge with green tea can relieve mild inflammatory processes, provide toning and renewal of tired skin. And its composition includes vitamins C and E, as well as catechins. Sponge with bamboo charcoal provides deep cleansing of oily skin, eliminating black dots and comedones. Also, an interesting composition successfully copes with irritation and redness.
Lavender sponge copes with fungi and bacteria, and also heals minor injuries and enhances regeneration. This variety is considered universal, suitable for any type of skin. Sponges with turmeric are especially recommended for people suffering from inflammation of the skin of the face.
The presence of vitamins B, C and E, as well as numerous beneficial elements, helps to reduce inflammation, enhance regeneration and disinfection. Gentle white clay sponges are suitable for cleansing sensitive skin. The same can be said about red clay, which in addition reduces the number of wrinkles and helps to cope with the vascular network.
The additional properties of the sponge can be guessed by its color. For example, white Konnyaku is quite versatile. It does not contain any additives, but is great for cleansing any type of skin. Green the sponge is saturated with aloe oil, green clay or green tea extract. All these components contribute to better healing of the damaged surface. Konjac jade shade recommended for owners of dry dermis. In addition, due to the presence of vitamin C, tocopherol and other components, it slows down the aging process.
Black sponge contains bamboo charcoal extract, and yellow konjac contains turmeric. Presence purple hue indicates the presence of lavender, and the pink color is characteristic of a product containing pink clay.
How to use and store?
It is correct to use the sponge of the cognac only when wet, since a hard, dry sponge only scratches the skin. Drink a sponge should be sure to warm water and for several minutes. To do this, you need to pour heated liquid into a bucket or a small bowl, put a sponge inside and wait until it gains volume and elasticity, almost doubled. Further, the face will need to be moisturized, and a small amount of cleansing gel will need to be applied to the horse. You should wash yourself moving the sponge along the massage lines from the forehead to the chin, and also paying special attention to areas with clogged skin or dry skin.
Do not rub your face too much, as the movements should be smooth and even gentle. To additionally create an additional lifting effect, konjac should be conducted from the central part to the side. By the way, you can also process the neck and décolleté.
After completing the wash, the sponge should be washed, then squeezed without twisting and hang to dry on a special rope. Having dried up, the horse is petrified again.
Often you should not use a sponge, but a couple of three times a week will be sufficient. In general, you should focus on the condition of the skin and even the time of year. It should be added that additionally konjac can be used for applying foundation, as well as removing makeup. It is convenient to store the sponge in a special hermetically sealed container, which is then cleaned in the refrigerator. This solution will protect the sponge from dust and dirt, but only if you put it in storage in an already dried state.
Care Rules
Caring for a sponge is easy. As mentioned above, after use it is recommended to rinse under a tap with warm water. If necessary, once a week, the sponge can be scalded with boiling water to destroy all possible bacteria. Squeeze the sponge carefully, without twisting or pressing too hard. Dry the appliance in such a way so that liquid does not accumulate in the lower part. Dry the sponge in a darkened and well-ventilated room.
Review Reviews
Reviews of cosmetologists about konjac sponges are very positive. They really note a positive effect on the skin of this device, but are advised to choose one or another variety based on the actual needs of the skin. The natural composition of the product provides its undoubted benefit. Experts advise using cognac 2 to 3 times a week.
Enthusiastic reviews come from ordinary customers. For example, one girl said that she used a sponge for easy peeling along with a “wash” and for facial massage. High-quality cleaning and the effect of "polishing" arise immediately, even without additional funds. The surface becomes soft and smooth, and the feeling of freshness persists for a long time. She called a cognac shortcoming drying for too long, and also not always trouble-free use in the presence of inflammation. The cost of the product was approximately 200 rubles.
Another customer acquired a green Konzhakov sponge for just 40 rubles.
The natural product was used by the girl daily, morning and evening with a small amount of gel for washing. After cleansing, carried out along the massage lines, the skin remained clean, smooth and fresh. After a while, the black dots even brightened, and the subcutaneous pimples disappeared. After about a month and a half, the sponge began to deform and crumble, which indicated the need for its replacement.
However, there are, of course, not so positive reviews. One woman in her review wrote that she sees the need to use this sponge only for washing off liquid, especially clay masks, as well as removing makeup. True, sometimes the cognac allowed her to get rid of peeling of her face.The sponge itself, according to her, is rather stiff, but on the other hand, it runs smoothly for 3 months. The strong rope made it possible to place the sponge on the towel hook, which is located in the bathroom.
Another customer expressed doubts about the effectiveness of this product, namely the additives used, for example, coal or green tea. Moreover, she was sure that the sponge of the horse was constantly in the wet state and did not have time to dry out, becoming a springboard for the growth of bacteria. By the way, most of the reviews still contradict this item. As a result, the woman concluded that the use of a sponge can only be used to wash off masks from the face, not forgetting to periodically boil.
In general, we can conclude that the sponge for the horse, of course, does no harm to the skin of the face, and the level of benefit depends on the particular case, as well as the correct use of the device.
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