More Cotton At The Tip* Than Any Other Swab. Q-tips® Cotton Swabs are made with 100% pure cotton and have more soft cotton at the tip* than any other swab. The firm paper stick gives gently under pressure, while a special adhesive secures the cotton to the stick. Ideal for the whole family, and not just for ears. Apply and remove makeup or touch up a manicure. Gentle enough to care for newborn babies. Q-tips® Cotton Swabs are made with 100% natural materials, unlike some other cotton swab brands, and are biodegradable when composted. Please support recycling in your community. Q-tips Cotton Swabs are ideal if the task requires a soft touch. There is no softer or safer swab. Handy Snap Lock Opening. *From the end of the stick to the top of the swab. Made in the USA Directions: -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- If used to clean ears, stroke swab gently around the outer surface of the ear, without entering the ear canal.