Tuesday, November 3, 2009

Facial Cleansing Sponge Usage & Review

I bought these Watson's facial cleansing sponge on my Asia trip and have been using them on a daily basis. To use the sponge, soak it, apply cleanser, foam, and cleanse your face with it. Why use it? To keep your face squeaky clean!


The Test: I used the sponge after removing my fully made up face with makeup remover and a quick wash. Look at what it picked up...



The Result: I was shocked that the sponge was still able to remove so much dirt, shows you how much makeup sticks to your face OR how ineffective some makeup removers are. Either or its safer to clean your face again after makeup removers.


Thoughts: I'm a big fan of these sponges! The sponge is gentle, soft, and removes facial residue effectively. Aside from makeup they're great for hard to remove face masks. The sponges are affordable at about $7 for a packet of 2. I'm sure there's something similar here in the states (I'll have to scour the local drugstore to check). If you have access to these do give them a try.

Tips: Do keep these clean by washing them off quickly after usage and drying them out.

Where to purchase: Watson's drugstores in Asia (I'll do some homework here for subsitutes)

**Keeping your skin clean avoids acne and other irritations. Dirt can lead to bacteria which may cause cystic acne which may cause scarring

If anyone knows of something similar do let me know!

XOXO, M
Posted by Mona at 12:35 AM
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29 comments:

  1. The 'after' picture reminds me of the first time I used my Clarisonic, haha. Now I always use a make-up remover, and then facewash + Clarisonic to make sure my face is SQUEAKY clean, haha.

    That being said, my recent forehead acne is slowly getting better and now I am back to the random pimples on my cheeks. Just one though. I'm hoping it goes away soon, as the rest of my skin has decided to be nice and normal. XD;
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  2. Ooh! Rae from theNotice just did a guest blog for MakeupandBeautyBlog about the EcoTools sponges... maybe those would be a good substitute? I'm on a hunt for those too.
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  3. I need to check my local Watsons for this!
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  4. ill probably be on a look out for this at asian places around my area. seems really effective! thanks for sharing, mona!
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  5. I used the microfibre mitts from watsons and picked up LOADS of residue after using make-up remover and washing. =____= It's shocking isn't it.
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  6. Yes, I've seen them around here but I've been snubbing them, thanks for the post :)
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  7. Awesome! I'm glad you found something that works effectively for a good price! I used to use the facial cleansing brush from Shisedo. I should pic up a new one & start using it again. Shisedo's is the softest!
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  8. nice review. I really want to try something similar but Im just afraid i will be lazy and not wash the sponge often enough...LOL
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  9. You are good at reminding me to use facial sponges hehe. After the last one we purchased in Bonjour, they've produced a black version of it, I don't know the difference but it works just as well. It looks like I need to give this Watsons one a try too.
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  10. I see these sponges every time I go to department stores over here. I used to use it too, maybe now it's time to use them again :)
    Thanks for sharing!
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  11. Thank goodness, I'm gonna get one the next time I visit Watson's. xx
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  12. i've seen them but i've never tried it. maybe i should :P
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  13. wow! didnt know thats how much make up is left on my face! gotta get my hands on some of these :D
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  14. Wow this is so COOLLL I'll make sure that I put this sponge on my list :)
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  15. I was shocked to see what was left behind on my face after using makeup remover too! For me, cleansing oil does the trick too. I am having a hard time finding one that doesn't break me out thou. But sponges are good because they exfoliate too.

    I think ecotools has a similar looking sponge. Can't wait for your other suggestions!
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  16. Great review! I actually bought something somewhat similar in Toronto at a 99 cents store. But it's colored so I'm not sure if I'll be able to see the makeup removed....and yea, I haven't used it yet >.<
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  17. :o I wish we have Watsons in NA! (Or that I picked up more cosmetics when I was in Asia haha)
    Thanks for sharing your review :}
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  18. wow really interesting! thanks for reviewing!
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  19. Awesome sponge! I have a similar microfiber sponge that has charcoal fibers (charcoal made into fibrous thread? not sure..) and it's called the Angel sponge (I think). It works nicely! They sell it in Mitsuwa but the one I have is an old version I got in Japan. I saw a similar sponge to yours in Japan called a Konyaku sponge (arrow root) which is like gelatin, didn't buy it though.
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  21. Hi Mona! I'm in Singapore and I just grabbed one of these sponges and I have to say you're absolutely right! I was shocked too when I saw all the foundation on the sponge. Alas, this means that my cleansing ritual hasn't been too good ....
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  22. Oh la la! You use this and the Clarisonic too? Or rotate daily/nightly between them?
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  23. DHC has a Washing Puff that is used to cleanse your face.
    It sounds pretty good.

    Here is the link
    http://www.dhccare.com/DHC/ProductDetail.aspx?Catalog=DHC%20USA&ProductID=177

    Shiseido used to carry something very similar to this DHC product.

    It's worth looking into and there is free shipping till 11/15 minimum $30 purchase.
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  24. DHC has a Washing Puff that is used to cleanse your face.
    It sounds pretty good.

    Here is the link
    http://www.dhccare.com/DHC/ProductDetail.aspx?Catalog=DHC%20USA&ProductID=177

    Shiseido used to carry something very similar to this DHC product.

    It's worth looking into and there is free shipping till 11/15 minimum $30 purchase.
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  25. wow! didnt know thats how much make up is left on my face! gotta get my hands on some of these :D
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  26. i've seen them but i've never tried it. maybe i should :P
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  27. Yes, I've seen them around here but I've been snubbing them, thanks for the post :)
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  28. Awesome! I'm glad you found something that works effectively for a good price! I used to use the facial cleansing brush from Shisedo. I should pic up a new one & start using it again. Shisedo's is the softest!
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  29. Ooh! Rae from theNotice just did a guest blog for MakeupandBeautyBlog about the EcoTools sponges... maybe those would be a good substitute? I'm on a hunt for those too.
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