New!! Konjac Bamboo Charcoal Exfoliating Sponge (oily/problem skin)

What is Konjac?

Konjac is a traditional Japanese jelly-like health food, made from calcium hydroxide or oxide calcium from a type of potato called “konnyaku potato”.

The Konjac plant is native to Indonesia and is a kind of herbaceous perennial plant called “Amorphophallus Konjac”. Konjac potatoes are grown in Southeast Asia, China, Korea and Japan.

The Japanese have been eating Konjac for over 1500 years. It was originally introduced to Japan as a medicine in the sixth century and has been eaten for almost 1500 years in Japan. It is a totally natural food.

97% of Konjac is water and 3% is Glucomannan and is very rich in minerals. It contains water, protein, carbohydrate, lipids, sodium, potassium, magnesium, iron, phosphorus, copper, zinc, vitamin A, vitamin E, vitamin D, vitamin B1, vitamin B2, vitamin B6, vitamin B12, vitamin C, pantothenate, niacin, fatty acids, folic acid and dietary fibre with a total of 16 amino acids.

The Japanese have used the Konjac for more than a century, as a beauty treatment for their delicate skins.

How Does KUU Konjac Sponge Work?

The KUU Konjac Sponge gently cleanses and soothes the skin by removing dirt and oil, naturally restoring the pH level of the skin. Cleansing helps to stimulate blood flow and encourage new skin cells, revitalising the complexion without damaging the skin.

The KUU Konjac sponge is highly absorbent in both water and oils and is excellent for thorough cleansing of impurities. The pH level of the sponge is an alkaline and has the function to break down dirt and neautralise acidic and oily areas.

After just one use you will feel the difference by cleansing with the KUU Konjac Sponge, your skin will feel revitalised and your skin care routine will have been transformed.

See our benefits page for more detailed information.
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Producing our KUU Konjac Sponges

The secret of producing the KUU Konjac natural facial and body cleansing sponges is to use 100% food grade Konjac powder with pure water, no preservatives, no colour and no chemicals.

Our factory is set in one of the purest areas in Korea, on Jeju Island, a UNESCO World Heritage site.
The island produces some of the purest water in the world and this water filtered through volcanic rockland combined with the food grade Konjac to produce our high quality KUU Konjac Sponges.

Our factory has been inspected and passes all the regulations for hygiene and working practices.

They have conducted all the necessary tests such as microbial, pH alkalinity and composition tests to meet all UK, EU and Australian standards.

All KUU Konjac sponges are 100% handmade.

Choosing Your Konjac Sponge by Skin Type

Konjac Face and Body Sponges: what is my skin type?

Our Kuu Konjac sponges are broken down into skin types to help you select the best one for you.

If you are not sure of your skin type the explanations below should help you determine this and point you in the right direction for the perfect KUU Konjac for you.

Our skin acts as a waterproof, insulating shield, guarding the body against extremes of temperature, damaging sunlight, and harmful chemicals it should be our most prized asset and should be treated with love and care.

Our skins need’s change according to changes in our environment and age. It is important to understand your skin type to care for it the best way that you can.

Below is a general guide to your skin type. This is a guide only as every skin is unique if you cannot categorise yourself then KUU Konjac Pure would be the best option for you.

Normal Skin

What does normal mean? You are very lucky you have an even skin tone, smooth texture and do not suffer problems with breakouts, dryness or sensitivity to chemicals and products.

Generally this skin type has non-visible pores and has no oily or dry flaky areas to the skin.

If you have a normal skin we have two KUU Konjac sponges that are perfect for you:

KUU Konjac Pure – Our purest sponge with no added extras. This sponge is white and suitable for all skin types. If you are a purist, this sponge is for you. It gently cleanses and soothes the skin by removing dirt and oil, naturally restoring the pH level of the skin. Cleansing helps to stimulate blood flow and lymph circulation revitalising the complexion without damaging the skin.

Kuu Konjac with Added French Green Clay – Have the occasional breakout and want to add a little something extra then the KUU Konjac with added French green clay is perfect.

Green clay has an incredible power of absorption, is rich in minerals and fine essential oils which exfoliate, cleanse, smooth and soften the skin, restoring vitality and glow whilst drawing oil and grease from the skin.

Green clay contains micro-molecules that gently cleanse the pores and effectively removes impurities and toxins, stimulating blood flow and lymph circulation. Revitalising the complexion and tightening pores.

Dry Skin:

Dry skin is caused by the lack of natural moisturiser within our skin. You may notice a dry tight feeling and even flaky areas on your skin. After washing your skin will feel tight due to dehydration.

Dry skin is often affected by environmental conditions such as the weather, air conditioning and chemicals all of which can leave the skin feeling taut and flaky.

The Kuu Konjac with Added French Red Clay is the ideal sponge for you. This sponge deep cleanses and exfoliates the skin from the layers of dead cells, accelerating the regeneration process to leave the skin hydrated and looking radiant.

It will leave a soothing effect on irritated, sunburnt and sensitive skin. It can also help with the rosacea condition.

Ideal for dry skin that needs rejuvenating. Reduces the appearance of fine lines and broken capillaries which are often traits of dry skin suffers

Combination Skin:

This is the hardest skin type to conquer because you are dealing with two ends of the spectrum. Dry often on the cheek area with an oily T-Zone. If you find some areas are on the oily side and others are on the dry side then you would be catagorized as a combination skin type.

The perfect Kuu Konjac sponge for you is KUU Konjac with Added French Green Clay.

Green clay has an incredible power of absorption, is rich in minerals and fine essential oils which exfoliate, cleanse, smooth and soften the skin, restoring vitality and glow whilst drawing oil and grease from the skin helping you oily T-Zone to return to normal.

Green clay contains micro-molecules that gently cleanse the pores and effectively removes impurities and toxins, stimulating blood flow and lymph circulation. Revitalising the complexion and tightening pores.

Sensitive Skin:

Often has a delicate appearance and is commonly dry and suffers from red spots and irritation and may suffer from broken capillaries and sunburn easily.

Sensitive skin types are often affected by their surroundings and suffer breakouts regulary and are often irritated by environmental conditions and chemicals in cleaning and beauty products.

Sensitive skin suffers may be partial to the following skin conditions:

• Dermatitis or eczema
• Rosacea

The perfect KUU Konjac for your skin type is KUU Konjac with Added French Red Clay.

The Red clay sponge is loaded with Iron Oxide. This sponge deep cleanses and exfoliates the skin from the layers of dead cells, accelerating the regeneration process to leave the skin hydrated and looking radiant.

It will leave a soothing effect on irritated, sunburnt and sensitive skin. It can also help with the rosacea condition.

Reduces the appearance of fine lines and broken capillaries.

Problematic or Acne Prone Skin:

Try our new KUU Konjac Bamboo Charcoal Sponge, perfect for those with oily skin prone to acne and outbreaks. The Bamboo Charcoal sponge contains activated carbon & various minerals that enhance absorpsion of excess oil and dirt.

Bamboo Charcoal is also a natural anti- oxidant and so will help fight hard-to-reach, acne causing bacteria, revitalising the complexion and tightening pores.

Oily Skin:

Those with oily skin suffer from shiny areas caused by the overproduction of oils which result in frequent spots, blemishes and blackheads. This skin type needs a KUU Konjac that will draw away the oils and even out the skin tone.

Kuu Konjac with Added French Green Clay is the ideal sponge for you. Green clay has an incredible power of absorption, is rich in minerals and fine essential oils which exfoliate, cleanse, smooth and soften the skin, restoring vitality and glow whilst drawing oil and grease from the skin.

Mature Skin:

Everyone knows when they have mature skin. If you have wrinkles and suffer from dull skin then opt for our KUU Konjac Sponge with Added French Red Clay. Designed to deeply cleanse and exfoliate the skin from the layers of dead cells, accelerating the regeneration process to leave the skin hydrated and looking radiant.

Ideal for mature and/or dry skin that needs rejuvenating. Helps reduce the appearance of fine lines and broken capillaries.