Are you used to using baby wipes exclusively for their intended purpose? We assure you that you are hopelessly behind the times. In fact, the use of this versatile piece extends far beyond rubbing baby skin.

Fast cleaning and cleaning

If you have a pack of wet wipes in your machine, there is nothing to prevent you from wiping your hands with them after doing any work. Put a small pack in your tracksuit pocket and you can use a napkin instead of a towel after a run. Plus, these items are ideal travel companions. When you hit the road, be sure to keep a tightly resealable package in the glove compartment of your car, in your backpack, or in your travel bag.

Shine shoes

In the morning, you accrued your boots to shine, but did you manage to get them dirty before going to work? Very soon a meeting with business partners awaits you, some of them will certainly take a look at your unkempt shoes. Wet wipes will save the situation. They, as if by a wave magic wand, will give your boots the same polish.

Use as a dust rag

Did you not know that used napkins can not be thrown away and can be used after a while as a rag for cleaning a dusty table? In fact, a soft cloth can be easily washed, of course, if the contamination on it is not so significant.

Fight fresh stains

Use a damp cloth to remove spilled coffee stains on your carpet. In this case, you need to act immediately, without waiting for the drink to be completely absorbed into the pile. Soft cloth perfectly absorbs liquids and stains. This method will also help to urgently clean clothes and upholstered furniture.

Cleaning the computer keyboard

Did you know that many bacteria accumulate on the computer keyboard? The damp cloth is the ideal assistant for cleaning hard-to-reach areas from dirt. Wipe the space between the keys periodically. Sometimes you can use children in cleaning. Disassemble the keyboard and instruct the kids to wipe the buttons from the inside. Turn off the power to the computer beforehand.

For removing cosmetics

This is one of the most useful secrets of the fashion industry. Many models use wet wipes to remove makeup after a photo shoot or fashion show. Try it and see for yourself. Everything is removed in one motion: from the tone on the cheeks to the black pencil on the eyes.

For skin cooling

Did you sit too long on the beach and did not notice how the skin turned red? But this is not so bad. Now you have to experience unpleasant pain... If you have wet wipes on hand, you can use them as an emergency to cool your skin. This item can also be used to handle scratches and minor cuts. And it's okay that most wipes do not have antibacterial properties. At the very least, you will remove the dirt from your skin.

For cleaning pet hair

If you have animals in your home, you don't have to wait for their fur to get onto furniture and carpets. Wipe your pet periodically with a damp cloth, and the moisture will attract all the fur that is about to fall out. In addition, the animal after such treatment will pleasantly smell of the fresh scent of aloe. You can keep a container of tissues close at hand in the hallway. This will help you remove impurities from your body on rainy summer days.

To remove deodorant stains from clothes

Take a look at your favorite black dress... In some places, white streaks from deodorant are clearly visible. Wipe the soiled area with a barely dried cloth. The fabric will absorb the stain instantly and the garment will dry quickly.

Scent for linen closets

Feel the smell of musty things coming from the closet? To prevent this, craft flavored crate bags. Cut the napkins into squares and add a few drops of your favorite essential oil to the fabric.

For cleaning the windshield

If the bird messes up appearance your car, you already know what to do.

How to use an empty container?

Empty wet wipe containers can be used as a first aid kit for a car or travel bag for costume jewelry.

Wipe your hands, remove makeup, wipe dirt from shoes, freshen up on the road - wet wipes will help out in all situations. They are needed when traveling and caring for young children.

What types of wet wipes exist and how to use them correctly - we will consider in the article.

Types of wet wipes

Wet wipes can be found in stores in three forms:

• package... More often it is flow wraps. It is a stack of napkins of 10-60 pieces, wrapped in foil. The pack is closed with a special sticker or a plastic lid. The special composition allows you to retain moisture, while the sealed stickers or covers prevent air from entering.
• piece goods... You can find on sale piece disposable napkins. These are often offered to diners in fast food restaurants to wipe their hands.
• Plastic container... Ideal for use at home - taking care of children, sick, or traveling. Often these are packaging big size... Many manufacturers create original solutions for container designs.

At home and in in public places for convenience, you can use a special dispenser for dispensing wet wipes.

What are wet wipes made of?

In the past, wipes were made from cellulose fiber. However, they quickly dried out and torn. Over time, synthetic materials began to be used for the production of wet wipes - spunbond, spunlace and other types of nonwoven fabric. Spice wipes contain synthetic and natural fibers. They are pleasant to the touch, of higher quality, but at the same time they are more expensive.

Napkins are 90% water or alcohol solution. Alcohol-free means that there is no ethyl alcohol in the composition, which dries the skin. The composition of the napkins may also include:

• surfactants... Often included in household napkins. Effectively removes dirt.
• glycerin and oils... Can be found in skin care wipes. Prevents dryness.
• perfume... For adding different flavors to napkins.

Using wet wipes

There are many types of wet wipes to suit different situations. They are convenient when there is no way to use water.

For hands and body

The most popular type of napkins. Helps to remove impurities and refresh the skin in the absence of water and soap. With these wipes, you can replace washing your hands or showering once during your trip.

For children and newborns

In caring for babies, wet wipes are indispensable, especially on a walk, in a clinic and in other situations when there is no way to bathe the child. With their help, you can put in order any part of the baby's body. Many baby wipes contain caring ingredients that make the skin soft. Phyto-wipes are suitable, which not only moisturize the skin, but also fight irritation, which can often occur on the delicate skin of the baby.

For bedridden patients

Wet wipes can also be helpful in caring for bedridden patients when soap and water are not available. They are suitable for the care of delicate skin areas as well as areas prone to pressure sores. It is recommended to additionally use special caring foams and lotions.

For face

There are special facial wipes. They help remove makeup and also cleanse the skin while moisturizing and nourishing. They are suitable for all skin types. It is recommended to use such wipes on rare occasions, as they do not replace cleaning agents.

For intimate hygiene

They are simply irreplaceable on trips and travels when there is no opportunity to take a shower. The choice of such napkins must be approached carefully. They should not contain ethyl alcohol, which causes dryness. The presence of extracts of chamomile, aloe or whey is desirable. It is also best to choose non-scented sanitary napkins.

Use napkins for intimate hygiene possible up to several times a day, but only for a short period of time, and not on a regular basis. It is necessary not to allow contact of the napkin with areas of the mucous membrane.

Antibacterial

Antibacterial wipes contain alcohol, sodium benzoate, phenoxyethanol, methylparaben and other active substances that help fight bacteria. Unfortunately, bacteria develop antiseptic resistance over time. Therefore, the regular use of such wipes is not recommended. In addition, the alcohol in the formulation can dry out the skin.

Without smell

The benefits of fragrance-free and fragrance-free wet wipes are much higher. They are suitable for use by children and allergy sufferers. The risk of irritation from such wipes is much lower. In addition, odorless napkins are recommended for intimate hygiene.

Moisturizers

They will help you temporarily replace your moisturizer. Suitable for use throughout the day. However, neither completely replaces the usual cosmetic cream, but only temporarily help fight dryness. They contain glycerin, hyaluronic acid, sugar and algae extracts and other ingredients that help control moisture levels.

Biodegradable wet wipes

Another handy product is biodegradable wet wipes. Their main benefit is that they are environmentally friendly. These wipes can be used as a substitute for toilet paper. Unlike dry napkins and toilet paper, a wet napkin is more delicate and does not provoke microcracks. Because they dissolve, they can be flushed down the toilet.

Can wet wipes be used every day

Of course, wet wipes are sometimes irreplaceable. They are not only convenient to take with you, but also quick to use. No need to go to the sink - just wipe off your skin and discard your used product. However, doctors do not recommend replacing washing with wet wipes on a regular basis. Firstly, water and soap will remove any dirt much more thoroughly than a napkin. Secondly, alcohols, surfactants and other substances in the composition can cause dryness. Use wipes only when there is no access to water and soap.

Harm from using wet wipes

However, in addition to ease of use, wet wipes have their own disadvantages:

• ethyl alcohol in wipes can cause dryness and tightness of the skin.
• a large amount of fragrances, fragrances and other substances can cause irritation, an allergic reaction, especially on children's skin.
• the inscription "antibacterial" does not guarantee 100% elimination of all germs.
• synthetic fibers of most types of wipes do not decompose, which adversely affects environment... In addition, people often throw napkins down the drain, and this becomes the cause of blockages.

Remember that wet wipes are convenient in some situations, but they are not a complete substitute for regular hygiene.

At home.

As a rule, they are used to dry your hands when there is no soap nearby. Also, baby wipes are used to wipe babies when you are out for a walk or in transport.

However, there are many other ways to use wet wipes. In this collection, you are sure to write something for yourself:

1. Dust

Since household wet wipes are able to handle b With static electricity, you can safely wipe both electronics and blinds with them.

2. Coffee stains

As soon as you spill coffee on your clothes, immediately dab the stain with a baby wet wipe. Since the composition includes a small amount of soap, the stain will quickly go away.

3. Old books

If you don't like the smell of old books, wipe them with wet wipes. To book for a long time smelled good a , you can put a damp cloth inside the cover.

4. Fresh bedding

After washing and drying the bed linen, fold it neatly and place wet wipes between the folds.

5. Camping equipment

Place a few wet wipes in your backpack: between your shoes, in sleeping bag, tent and other things.

6. Sports bag

Sweaty clothes after a workout smell unpleasant, especially when they are in the bag for a while. Put wet wipes in your gym bag and they will not only absorb unpleasant odors, but also enrich I am t pleasant smelling bag.

7. Refresh your shoes

If your feet sweat in your shoes, the smell inside the shoes will be unpleasant. Place wet wipes in your shoes when you get home.

8. Give shine to leather shoes

The mild, oily impregnation of wet baby wipes does more than just clean leather shoes but also give it shine. This is especially true in the off-season when it rains a lot.

9. Get rid of the trash can smell

In hot weather, the trash bin smells like a person enno unpleasant. To avoid this, lay wet wipes inside. They will absorb unpleasant odors.

10. Get rid of the smell of burnt food

Burnt food smell s can be very strong, so wet wipes will come to the rescue again. Place one napkin on the bottom of a saucepan, baking sheet, or skillet. And if you pour water on top and let it soak in a napkin overnight, then in the morning it will be easier to wash the dishes.

11. We clean the thing after the deodorant

White stains from deodorant are very unpleasant. It is impossible to wipe them off with your hands, so wet wipes will come to the rescue.

12. We clean the keyboard

You can use wet wipes to clean not only upper part keys, but also debris and dirt on the side and in between.

13. Getting rid of wool

We love our pets, but their fur is sometimes inconvenient. Using a damp cloth, you can gently wipe fur off the floor, and also remove balls of old hair from your pet to refresh its skin. To avoid irritation, it is best to use unscented wipes.

14. Faucet and shower

Water stains on the chrome faucet and shower can also be wiped off with a damp cloth and then wiped off with a dry cloth.

15. Insects on the car

Wet wipes can be used to get rid of insects stuck to the glass of the car and / or the radiator grill.

16. Soap foam

The soapy foam stains the tiles or the shower door. Try cleaning them with damp wipes, and you can wipe them with a wipe you use - just dip it in water and rinse off the remaining soap.

17. Static electricity

Tired of static electricity on clothes and hair? Wipe clothing and / or hair gently with a damp household cloth. In the same way, you can get rid of the static action of the comb.

It's hard to imagine daily life modern man without wet wipes. What they just do not do - cleanse, refresh, disinfect, remove makeup, take care of the delicate skin of babies. This is not a complete list of what they can be used for.

When did they appear?
The first wet wipes, which appeared in the 70s of the 20th century, were designed to care for the buttocks of babies. In the next decade, when a bactericidal solution was used in the production of napkins, another one was added to their functions - an antibacterial one.
Manufacturers of wet wipes have not ignored women either - the first makeup remover wipes appeared 10 years ago. Now on sale there are also wipes for intimate hygiene, for the care of computer equipment, for motorists and even wipes for pets

What are the napkins made of?
Initially, wet wipes were made from cellulose. In their texture, they were similar to ordinary paper napkins- had the same low strength and tended to dry quickly. Gradually, manufacturers began to switch to synthetic materials, which significantly increased the absorbency of the wipes.
Now, manufacturers use materials such as spunbond or spunlace as the basis for making wet wipes.
Spunlace is of higher quality, pleasant to the touch, and, accordingly, more expensive. It contains both natural and artificial fibers. It is mainly used for the production of baby wipes and makeup remover wipes.
Spunbond is thinner to the touch and costs less. It is made from thin, thermally bonded fibers. This material is most often found in the manufacture of wet hand wipes.

About alcohols
If the packaging of wet wipes has an inscription "do not contain alcohol", and they contain various alcohols, do not worry. This refers to the absence of ethyl alcohol, which dries the skin. Benzene alcohol, on the other hand, is a solvent that is the basis of many aromatic additives and does not harm the skin.

An important element
Wet wipes packed in soft plastic bag, have a valve with reusable adhesive in the upper part of the package. The sticky part of such a valve should be free of bubbles and have wide edges.

Information on the packaging
The packaging of wet wipes should inform the buyer about the passage of the product for dermatological control, and for wipes intended for removing makeup - also ophthalmic. Also, there should be information about the certification of the product and its registration with the Ministry of Health.
Mandatory information - manufacturer's address, production date, expiration date. On the packaging of imported wet wipes, the representative of the manufacturing company and his coordinates are also indicated.

Many people use wet wipes. After all, it is an indispensable tool for personal hygiene. Especially in places where there is no way to wash. For example, in transport or at a picnic. But almost no one thinks about their harm, which they bring to people. Every year there are more and more napkin victims.... And today dermatologists from all over the world are screaming about their harm.

Many people think that napkins are a remedy for health. After all, they do not contain alcohol, protect against bacteria and act as an antibacterial and soothing agent. But all this is far from the case. And therefore, it is not necessary to believe everything that is written.

Scientists have proven that wet wipes are the strongest enemy of health... Especially for babies. After all, they contribute to a strong allergic reaction. Such conclusions were made by dermatologists. In addition, the incidence of such allergies is only increasing every day around the world.

According to statistics, 11% of all the most serious skin diseases occurred in patients precisely because of wet wipes. Therefore, first of all, nursing mothers need to give up napkins, and also, they should not be used for babies.

Scientists have found out why these miraculous healthy wipes are so unhealthy. It's all about the antibacterial liquid called methylisothiazolinone, which the wipes are impregnated with. It is this substance that causes dermatitis primarily in babies. After all, they have too sensitive and thin skin. Therefore, young mothers take care of their children and do not use napkins for them.

In addition, gynecologists also warn about the dangers that napkins are fraught with. In their opinion, first of all, it is necessary to abandon wipes with different deodorant additives. After all, it is they who carry a variety of allergic reactions.

But if you still cannot refuse wet wipes, then it is best to get them in pharmacies. As a last resort in specialized stores. And if you have to buy them for children, then pay special attention to the packaging. Choose only those packages on which it is written that they are for babies. At the same time, carefully read their composition. They should contain only natural ingredients.