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This makes the sponge perfect for babies and children. In fact, the sponge was originally created for babies. Its only after its discovery, did it get discovered how good the sponge is for everyone!
pH balanced, means it is ideal on delicate baby skin. A new baby has still not have have all the protection he or she needs yet, and a baby’s skin can absorb 5 times more chemicals and pollutants than ours, as adults.
Its extra gentle texture is perfect for baby bath wash so you won’t have to use baby cleansing products that may contain unsafe chemicals. If you do choose to still use baby wash, then please note, you will need to use far less - again much better for baby’s delicate skin, and better for the environment, as well as your pocket!
What is Konjac?
“Amorphophallus Konjac” the Konjac potato is a perennial plant, native to Asia . But it is known as Konnyaku in Japan. It is also sometimes referred to as Devils Tongue internationally.
Konnyaku potatoes are cultivated for food in Japan & Korea, but wild forms grow naturally in Southeast Asia, China, Korea & Japan. It usually grows wild at very high altitude.
The Japanese have been eating Konjac for over 1500 years. It was originally introduced to Japan as a medicine in the sixth century as it was recognized for its health giving properties way back then!
It is a totally natural food source. Ninety seven percent of Konjac is water and three percent is Glucomannan, or dietary fiber. It is also rich in minerals and very low in calories. However, our sponges should never be put in the mouth! These are simply a few facts about the plant when used as a food, for those who are curious!
But, for over a century, the Japanese have been using the konjac (konnyaku) vegetable as a beauty treatment for their delicate skin.
Amorphophallus konjac is an alkaline. 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 acid, folic acid and fiber. So, no wonder the Japanese eat it and use it on their skin!


