Which is better, thin or thick cotton pads?

I just want to buy a box of cosmetic cotton pads, but looking at the various types of cosmetic cotton pads, I don’t know which one to buy. What kind of cosmetic cotton pads are good to use?

Each has its own advantages. Thick cotton pads absorb more liquid and are suitable for makeup removal and cleaning, which can clean the skin well. Thin cotton pads can be used to make various emergency masks and can also be used for local ice and hot compresses, but thin cotton pads do not absorb much liquid, so the makeup removal effect is not that good.

At present, the materials of cosmetic cotton sold on the market can basically be divided into two types: absorbent cotton and non-woven fabric.

Cotton wool:

This kind of cotton pad is thick and soft to the touch. A large amount is needed to apply lotion. Sometimes it flakes and has weak water absorption.

Non-woven fabric:

This type of cotton pad is relatively thin and feels rough, but because of its strong water absorption capacity, it requires less lotion.

1. Feel

Good materials are those that do not irritate the skin. Because cosmetic cotton pads come into direct contact with the skin, natural cotton or silk is the best material to choose, as it feels the softest and most comfortable. Avoid using artificial fibers.

2. Taste

Because it is in direct contact with facial skin, it is necessary to avoid adding any chemical substances, such as bleach, because the chemical residues in the cotton pad may be dissolved when it comes into contact with moisture.

3 Visual inspection

Too thin cotton pads will not absorb enough lotion when wiping, and the skin will feel very uncomfortable. Excessive friction will irritate the skin. If the thickness of the cotton pad is not enough, two pieces can be used together. Cosmetic pads that look thinner may break when wiping, and the whole face will be covered with cotton wool, which will be quite embarrassing. When choosing, you can gently pull it with your hands to test it. Cosmetic pads that are easily torn are not dense enough.

Cosmetic cotton pads are generally made of non-woven fabrics, cotton and pulp. These three materials are colorless and odorless. Only a very small number of cosmetic cotton pads have fragrance or color. Therefore, cosmetic cotton pads have no special smell under normal circumstances.

Generally, it is about three years. Most skin care products and cosmetics have a shelf life of about three years, and the shelf life of cotton pads is generally about three years (the specific shelf life is subject to the shelf life marked on the product packaging). And this time refers to the unopened products. The shelf life of any product will be greatly shortened after it is opened and exposed to air, because after opening, it will be exposed to air and bacteria. Certain bacteria in the air will accelerate the deterioration of the product. For cotton pads that have been opened and are within the shelf life, it is recommended to use them up within one year after opening.