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Ingredients and Purposes


All ingredients are listed by order of predominance, meaning that the largest concentration of an ingredient is listed at the top and it moves down by amount.



INGREDIENTS PURPOSE
Wood Pulp The main component of our tissue and towel products. In our absorbent hygiene products, it helps absorb wetness and store it away.
Polyethylene A common material used in fibers and films. We use it to deliver softness, breathability, and protection.
Polypropylene A common material in fibers and films. Used to deliver softness, durability, and protection.
Hydrocarbon Resin/Résine Hydrocarbonée A component of an adhesive.
Sodium Polyacrylate A superabsorbent material that pulls in and absorbs fluid for wetness protection.
Styrene/Isoprene Copolymer A main component used in an adhesive.
Pigment White 6 Pigment White 6 (also known as Titanium Dioxide) can be used in some materials made from polymers, fibers, and films as a colorant providing white opacity and brightness. Titanium Dioxide is a naturally occurring, odorless mineral in a wide range of products, such as cosmetics, food, and personal care. Pigment White 6 is safe when used in our personal care products.
Water Use as a liquid base of a product and helps keep ingredients combined, and helps clean skin. It can also be a component of many materials.
Hydrogenated Mineral Oil A clear odorless liquid that is used in cosmetics and adhesives.
Synthetic Beeswax A manufactured wax commonly used in cosmetics and personal care products to help hold ingredients together.
Ethylene Carbonate Used as an aid to help keep ingredients combined.
Kaolin A type of clay found in nature. It is used in foods, cosmetics, and other materials. It is used as a carrier and absorbent.
PEG-10 Castor Oil Applied to materials or fibers to enhance the feel, breathability, absorbency, or the ability of a material to repel fluid.
PEG-15 Cocoate Applied to materials or fibers to enhance the feel, breathability, absorbency, or the ability of a material to repel fluid.
Diethylhexyl Sodium Sulfosuccinate Applied to materials or fibers to enhance the feel, breathability, absorbency, or the ability of a material to repel fluid.
Solvent Blue 104 A colorant used to color a material or in a printing ink to provide a decorative design. The colorants we use are evaluated to ensure they are safe and non-sensitizing.
PEG-10 Oleate Applied to materials or fibers to enhance the feel, breathability, absorbency, or the ability of a material to repel fluid.