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Facial tissue refers to a class of soft, absorbent, disposable paper that is suitable for use on the face. The term is commonly used to refer to the type of facial tissue, usually sold in boxes, that is designed to facilitate the expulsion of nasal mucus from the nose although it may refer to other types of facial tissues including napkins and wipes. Image File history File links Broom_icon. ...
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A blank sheet of paper Paper is a commodity of thin material produced by the amalgamation of fibers, typically vegetable fibers composed of cellulose, which are subsequently held together by hydrogen bonding. ...
The face is the front part of the head, in humans from the forehead to chin including the hair, forehead, eyebrow, eyes, nose, cheeks, mouth, lips, philtrum, teeth, skin, and chin. ...
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Compared to handkerchiefs
In most parts of the world, handkerchiefs have fallen out of use, except for fashion, and their function has been replaced entirely by facial tissue. More than just a handkerchief, today's facial tissue is now designed to alleviate and prevent discomfort and sickness by facilitating the expulsion of nasal mucus from the nose ("blowing the nose"). The tissue is a disposable type of paper engineered to be thin and soft for comfort, but extra sturdy for function. Because extraneous mucus is an annoyance, facial tissue is a widely used item in households worldwide. Tissue boxes are sold in disposable cardboard containers that also function as dispensers. Tissue box slipcovers made from plastic, ceramic, metal, and other materials and are used to make tissue boxes more into substantial bathroom accessories. ...
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For the article about nose in humans, see human nose. ...
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Popular usage Facial tissue is often referred to as a "tissue" or by the genericized trademark "Kleenex" which popularised the invention and its use. The term "paper handkerchief" is also used. A genericized trademark, generic trade mark, generic descriptor, or proprietary eponym, is a trademark or brand name which has become the colloquial or generic description for a particular class of product or service. ...
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Sometimes toilet paper is used as a substitute, as it is very similar. However, because toilet paper is designed to deteriorate in water, it is much less sturdy, increasing the potential of mucus reaching the hands. Furthermore, some brands of toilet paper are relatively rough and may irritate the nose, although not as badly as paper towels. This article does not cite any references or sources. ...
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