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Athena Cotton Buds Paper Stem

Athena Cotton Buds Paper Stem

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Athena Paper Stem Cotton Buds

Athena paper stem cotton buds are small cotton-tipped sticks with a rolled paper stem, used for make-up, skincare and small cleaning jobs around the home. They suit anyone who wants a handy, simple tool for precise little tasks.

What Are Paper Stem Cotton Buds?

Paper stem cotton buds have a cotton tip and a stem made from paper instead of plastic. The cotton tip is small and rounded, so it can reach tight corners and fine lines. The stem is firm enough to hold and control, but it is paper, so it can bend or soften if left in water.

Ways to Use Cotton Buds with Paper Stems

Cotton buds are useful well beyond the bathroom shelf. These are some of the most common ways people use them.

  • Fixing smudged eyeliner or mascara without removing the rest of your make-up
  • Tidying the edges of nail varnish around the cuticle
  • Dabbing on cream, balm or spot treatments in small amounts
  • Cleaning around taps, switches, keyboard keys and jewellery
  • Applying glue, paint or oil on small craft and model projects

Tips for Using Paper Stem Cotton Buds

Paper stem cotton buds work best on dry or lightly damp jobs. For anything very wet, such as removing a lot of make-up with micellar water, use a fresh bud once the tip is soaked. A slightly damp tip lifts fine make-up smudges more cleanly than a dry one.

Use a new bud for each job to avoid spreading product or dirt. This is especially helpful for eye make-up and cleaning small gadgets.

Paper Stem Cotton Buds FAQ

Can I use cotton buds to clean inside my ears?

No, cotton buds should not be pushed into the ear canal. Health advice is to leave the inside of the ear alone, and cotton buds are better kept for make-up, skincare and cleaning.

Can paper stem cotton buds be used for make-up?

Yes, they are a common choice for correcting eyeliner, mascara and lipstick lines. The small tip lets you work on a tiny area without touching the rest of your face.

Do paper stems get soft when wet?

They can. Paper softens if it stays wet for long, so use a fresh bud if the stem becomes damp.

Add Athena paper stem cotton buds to your basket, ready for your next make-up touch-up or small cleaning job.

Delivery

  • FREE UK-Mainland delivery when you spend over £60.
  • £4.99 delivery charge below £60.

Allergen Warning

This product is produced in a factory which handles nuts, peanuts, cereals containing gluten, crustaceans, milk, sesame, mustard, soya, celery and sulphites.

How to contact us?

For any questions or assistance, feel free to reach out via email at hello@ginco.co.uk or call us at +44 7710 405018. We're here to help!

Disclaimer

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