We’re busy, busy, busy. I know it, you know it—and so do cosmetics companies. That’s why many manufacturers of facial cleansers have added face-cleansing wipes to their line of product offerings. Fast, easy, disposable—what’s not to love, right? Even better, for those who travel, they're easily toted in carry-on. Some women even pack a few in their desk drawer for a quick refresher before a big meeting, or in case they need to do a makeup change on the fly.
Skin-cleansing wipes are one of the biggest things to happen to the skincare category in recent years. But which to choose?
The first thing consumers need to decide is if they want the wet or dry variety. Both come packed with cleansers, moisturizers and even chemical exfoliators, but the dry cloth needs to be run under a tap before use while the wet is pre-moistened.
Next, choose open- or closed-weave. Open weaves are softer and a better bet for sensitive skin; the closed weave (which is tighter, and slightly rougher) offers more mechanical exfoliation, ideal for oily skins.
Some wipes even come with added benefits—antioxidant vitamins, or brightening agents, for example.