Wattepads

Wattepads are small, flat disposable pads made from cotton wool or other soft materials. They are used primarily in personal care and cosmetics for applying or removing makeup, cleansing the skin, or applying liquids such as toner or medication.

Most Wattepads are made from cotton or nonwoven fabrics and come in round, square, or rectangular shapes. They may be dry or pre-soaked with cleansing solutions, toners, or antiseptics. Some pads are textured to provide gentle exfoliation or to reduce lint.

Manufacturing typically involves compressing and forming cotton fibers into a pad, then packaging them in sealed containers. Materials vary; some pads are 100% cotton, while others use blended fibers or nonwoven substrates. Pre-soaked variants require careful disposal after use.

Environment and use: Wattepads are usually single-use. They contribute to household waste, and reusable cotton rounds are offered as an alternative. If choosing disposables, consider unbleached or organically grown cotton and avoid pads containing synthetic coatings.

Medical use: In medical contexts, sterile cotton pads may be used to apply antiseptics or as wound dressings, but consumer cosmetic pads are not guaranteed sterile and should be used according to product labeling.