The perfect bamboo pad
I reviewed these a year ago, but my review has disappeared. I want to preface my current review by saying that I have used this particular set of bamboo rounds for over a year (including machine laundering and ironing) and they are good as new (although not as white as when they were new). No holes have developed, the edging hasn't come apart. They are wonderful a year later! Here is my original review:<br /><br />I have not found anything I like as much as these. The main reason for this is because these pads consist of a woven texture that are both gentle and exfoliating. Because they are woven, they hold their shape very well and don't roll up. The other types of bamboo pads I've tried are a knit-type and they have a terry-like texture. I find this type to be too thin to use efficiently and they just don't feel as nice on my skin. If I wanted terry, I'd just use a washcloth. The particular kind of pad in this review is my absolute favorite. It uses a bit more product than the terry texture, but it's a much sturdier and efficient pad. I absolutely love these.<br /><br />These pads are terrific! I use only micellar water to take my makeup off, so I just saturate one of these pads and wipe my face slowly to remove the makeup. Unlike cotton pads, they don't shrink or roll up once I've dirtied them. Because they are bamboo, I can then rinse out the pad and go over my face again with just water (or toner) to remove any residue. These pads aren't terribly soft, but that's a good thing, because that second wipe allows me to exfoliate gently without irritating my skin and without the pad falling apart. There is no strap across one of the pads' faces, so it doesn't matter which side you use.<br /><br />Each pad has a fabric edging that keeps the pad from falling apart or fraying-- they are very well made. They come with a little mesh bag and I keep mine on a hook on the back of the bathroom door and as I use a pad, I rinse it and toss it in the little bag until the next laundry day (don't use fabric softener on these!). The pads come in a tasteful, decorative canister that is not only pretty, but also a very sanitary way to store these pads. I can't speak for their longevity once they start seeing a lot of washing, but they do seem like they will hold up very well with some care.
Rating: 5 stars