The Japanese Konjac Sponge - Citrus Fruits Natural Facial Cleanser Review

Hello Everyone! Today, I want to talk with you about a new facial sponge I had the chance to try. I reviewed a sponge a couple of weeks ago, but this sponge however is a little different. This is the Citrus Fruit Konjac Sponge. As you can see up top this is a picture of what the sponge looks like inside of the box. 

Who is The Japanese Konjac Sponge?

"We offer the famous Japanese facial and body cleansing Konjac Sponge in the USA, Canada, and Mexico. Our Konjac Sponge is 100% natural, eco-friendly and made in Japan. Our Konjac Sponge products are suitable for all ages, including babies, and for all skin types, including sensitive one."

"Elova Essence, LLC is an independent import/export natural products company based in San Mateo, California founded with a vision to bring you natural beauty products from around the world, and to make them available for you. Our company is built through personal experiences and passion in bringing high-quality products to transform lives - one at a time. The Japanese Konjac Sponge is distributed by Elova Essence, LLC in the USA. To learn more about Elova Essence, LLC and other natural products, please visit www.elovaessence.com."

I actually didn't know until reading their info that The Japanease Konjac Sponge, is part of Elova Essence, LLC. Elova Essence, LLC has another line as well making Argan Oil. I also like the fact that this sponge can even be used on babies, meaning its super safe!

The Product/The Review

This is what the sponge looks like before wet

Product Description: "The Japanese Konjac Sponge - Citrus Fruit Konjac Puff is an excellent facial cleansing sponge in Fall & Winter seasons. The Japanese Citrus Fruit (Yuzu) Konjac Puff is made by adding Citrus Fruit extract to the Konjac mixture. The Japanese Citrus Fruit Essence is used in cosmetics and soaps as a humectant to keep skin hydrated, moist and soft. As a result, this Konjac Puff helps to retain moisture to the skin even in dry cold seasons."

What the product looks like when wet

My Thoughts: They make several different kinds of sponges for all different face types. I decided to choose this sponge because it was specifically designed for dry skin. When I first opened the product I didn't notice a citrus smell, in fact it didn't have much of a smell at all. Once I got it going and it expanded I first tried it on my face without cleanser, and it did a really great job of cleaning my face. It also made it super smooth and worked great at exfoliating it. When I tried it with my cleanser though not only did it exfoliate (I use Alpha Hydrox cleanser), it took off every bit of my makeup off. What I am most impressed with though is how smooth my face is. It gave me a very thorough clean as well. I am so glad I got to try this product, and I can't wait to see how the other ones compare to it. So far though I would have to say this has been my favorite facial sponge I have tried so far. 

If you wish to buy this sponge you can purchase it for $11.65 with free shipping at Amazon located here or go to their official website located here.

Overall Product Score: 4.0*

I would love to know, What do you think of The Japanease Konjac Sponge? Have you ever tried any of Elova Essence, and if not what products of their's would you love to give a go? I love hearing your comments as well as your questions, so feel free to leave them below! :)

*overall rating is based on a 5 point scale based off of product, pricing, texture, application, and longevity.

I received one or more of the products mentioned above for free using Tomoson.com. Regardless, I only recommend products or services I use personally and believe will be good for my readers.

Oleavine Beauty - 100% Plant Based Konjac Sponge infused with Activated Charcoal

Hello Everyone! I hope all of you are having a terrific Saturday. I recently received this new product from Oleavine Beauty, the 100% Plant Based Konjac Sponge infused with Activated Charcoal. I thought to myself, I have never tried a beauty sponge! I am a beauty blogger with years of experience, who is about to go back to school to be an Esthetician, and I've never tried one of these things! I have no idea what to expect, but lets get to it...

About The Company

"When you imagine the Mediterranean, and of course the now famous Mediterranean Diet, images of sun soaked beaches, majestic rolling hills of grapevines and centuries old olive groves may come to mind.

While the allure of the Mediterranean is exciting to most people, what we found particularly exciting was exploring the ideas and science behind why some of the longest living people in the world live in the Mediterranean region.

Luckily, science is now uncovering why many of the common foods found in the Mediterranean Diet have played such an important role. Mounting research and long-term studies are pointing to specific compounds or “longevity molecules” found in this now famous diet which are responsible for their amazing and broad benefits.

Oleavine is dedicated to bringing you the very best in health and beauty products based on this same science so you too can unlock the longevity secrets of the Mediterranean Diet conveniently from any where in the world. We welcome you on this journey with us to living a healthy and vibrant long life."

I was a little confused when I first read the intro above, but I then realized their beauty sponge is only one of the products that Oleavine sells. Oleavine also sells many other wonderful products like skincare supplements. They also have an amazing new Cermide Serum that looks like it would be a great anti-aging product as well. If your interested in checking out any of their other products you can go here to check them out: Oleavine Official Website

The Product/My Review

When I first opened the package the first thing I saw was this:

It's basically a thank you card, thanking you for buying their product with a guarantee behind their products. I thought that this was a really nice touch that not many companies take the time to do.

Then inside was this nice beauty sponge. It felt hard until you put warm water on it, then its like it magically came to life! It says that you can put a non foaming cleanser on it, if you do not want to use it alone, but I decided to just use it alone and put it to the test. I was really surprised! Not only did it take off my makeup with ease, but it exfoliated my face and made it really soft. I took pictures but it was nothing that you could see on camera, but I could feel the difference. I like that its bamboo and charcoal infused, I think this is what makes it so wonderful. I know that right now charcoal face washes are all the rage right now, so infusing a sponge with it, I thought was pretty brilliant. 

After, I got done using the sponge I pressed the sponge in between both hands. It says to do this instead of wringing it out, and I have to say I agree that it helps to do this instead. The reason for this is so you don't damage the delicate fibers, and in my opinion it helps it last longer. 

Overall, I think its worth the $10.00 price tag, and then some. I feel like I will get a lot of use out of it and I can't wait to try it with my Biore charcoal face wash the next go around.

Overall Product Score: 4.3*

Now, I want to know what you think! Have you ever tried the Oleavine Beauty sponge or one like it? Let me know what you think below. Feel free to leave any questions/comments below. 

XOXO.

I received one or more of the products mentioned above for free using Tomoson.com. Regardless, I only recommend products or services I use personally and believe will be good for my readers.

*overall rating is based on a 5 point scale based off of product, pricing, texture, application, and longevity.