Ever wonder how the Japanese always seem to have such radiant, poreless skin? Introducing the Konjac sponge. This Japanese beauty must-have is actually made from the root of a konjac plant. Word on the street is this is actually a potato-like plant commonly grown in Asia (who doesn't like potato? just another reason to love this sponge). Run it under water like a beauty blender and let it transform to help rid your skin of dirt, oil and bacteria.

1. It's a fantastic gentle exfoliator: When used on the face, the konjac sponge has almost a rubbery texture, it's unlike anything I've ever used before. Hear me out here, it feels kinda similar to wiping wet seaweed over your face if there was a really nice, healthy and relaxing way to do that. It's extremely gentle, so is suitable for everyday exfoliating for even the most sensitive of skin.

2. The perfect tool for removing your makeup: Combined with either a gentle cleanser, I like to use it with the Himalaya Herbals Purifying Neem Face Wash or even just with water, this little sponge does a fantastic job at removing face makeup. It's even gentle on eye areas, however you may need to add a makeup remover if you want to remove waterproof makeup.

3. To liven up dull skin: Because of the gentle circular motions, the konjac sponge helps to slough off any dead skin cells and help regenerate the skin giving you a smooth, fresh, radiant glow.

Overall I'm totally impressed with the job this sponge does with my face. Forget spending $150+ on expensive cleansing tools (clarisonic I'm looking at you) and pick yourself up one of these bargain beauties, they really do change your face cleansing routine for the better.