If you only try one disposable face towel, make it this one. The community has spoken loudly and repeatedly, these are the gold standard, and once you try them you won't go back to regular face towels.
What holds up
XL size covers the full face without multiple sheets
Thick and soft, doesn't pill or leave lint on skin
Widely praised for sensitive and acne-prone skin
Biodegradable and made from 100% virgin pulp
What to know
More expensive than drugstore alternatives
Single-use creates more waste than reusable options
Some users find the price hard to justify long-term
Expert verdict
You can hand wash them immediately after using, stock a stash that will get you through the week, or use eco-friendly disposable face towels
At under 25 cents per wipe and backed by the Good Housekeeping Beauty Lab, these are the smartest budget pick, especially if you want a wipe that also removes makeup and adds a glow.
What holds up
Only $12 for 50 wipes, under $0.25 per sheet
Rice water and rice bran oil formula increases radiance and moisture
Good Housekeeping Beauty Lab recommended
Gentle and non-oily, won't clog pores
What to know
Thinner than dedicated face towels, more of a wipe than a towel
Not ideal as a standalone cleanser for heavy makeup
Single-use plastic packaging adds waste
Expert verdict
These facial cleansing wipes are so convenient. I keep them in my desk drawer for when I need to clean up smudged mascara or change my lip color. They are gentle and don't leave my face oily.
Good Housekeeping Beauty Lab (Chiara Butler)View sourceExpert verdict
One of the top cleansing facial wipes in Korea (per the brand), they also come recommended by our pros at the Good Housekeeping Institute Beauty Lab