New Care Wet Tissue: The Wide-Window Formula for Daily Whole-Body Use
Most wet wipes are specified around a single use occasion. A baby wipe is tuned to infant skin, a makeup remover is tuned to the eye area, an incontinence wipe is tuned to urine and faecal alkalinity. New Care Wet Tissue is specified differently: as a general-purpose daily cleansing wipe for hands, face, and body across adults, seniors, and sensitive-skin users. That broader brief changes the formulation target. The pH window widens to 5.0–6.5 rather than narrowing to a single skin site, the surfactant system stays mild enough for repeated daily use, and the functional ingredients-aloe vera, glycerin, and panthenol-are selected for comfort across skin types rather than for one condition.
We produce New Care Wet Tissue on 40–65 gsm spunlace nonwoven in 100% viscose or a viscose/polyester blend, with a 150 × 200 mm standard sheet and a water-based, alcohol-free, soap-free, paraben-free lotion. The formula is dermatologically tested and hypoallergenic, and it is produced under ISO 9001 and GMP-aligned systems at our Fujian facility. This page is a specification guide to the wide-window design logic behind the product; for the dry-skin barrier-repair architecture with ceramides and oat oil, the Lotion Wipes for Dry Skin page covers that separately, and for the sensitive-skin exclusion framework, see Makeup Remover Wipes for Sensitive Skin.
Why the pH Window Is 5.0–6.5 and Not a Single Point
Single-Point pH Specification
A site-specific wipe narrows its pH to the target environment. A feminine wipe sits at 3.8–4.5, an incontinence wipe buffers at 5.5–6.5, a baby wipe often lands near neutral. The narrow window is appropriate when the wipe is used on one skin site with one exposure profile, and the claim is built around that site.
Wide-Window Specification (New Care)
A general-purpose wipe used on hands, face, and body needs a pH range that sits within the skin's comfort zone across all those sites without drifting into a sting or a barrier disturbance. The 5.0–6.5 window keeps the lotion mildly acidic to near-neutral, which is compatible with facial skin, hand skin, and body skin in daily use. It is not tuned to one site, and that is the design intent.
The wide window is a formulation decision with a trade-off. It is less precise than a site-specific pH, and it will not carry a claim like "matches the natural pH of the intimate area" or "buffered against urine alkalinity." What it does carry is versatility: one SKU can serve a family, a travel kit, an office drawer, and a care setting without a separate formula for each. For a distributor or a private-label brand building a general hygiene line, that versatility is worth more than a narrow pH claim, because it reduces the number of SKUs and the specification overhead across the range.
The Exclusion List and the Functional Ingredients
New Care Wet Tissue is built on a water-based lotion that excludes alcohol, soap, and parabens. The functional ingredients are aloe vera, glycerin, and panthenol-a short list that maps to three distinct functions rather than a long list of trace-level botanicals.
Aloe Vera
Provides a light soothing and moisturizing film that offsets the tightness a surfactant-based cleanse can leave. Aloe is the most widely recognised "gentle" botanical in the category, and its presence supports the comfort positioning without introducing a fragrance allergen at the use level.
Glycerin
The humectant backbone. Glycerin draws water into the stratum corneum and prevents the dry, tight after-feel that a wipe without a humectant can produce. At the levels used in a daily-use wipe, it delivers immediate comfort without a tacky residue.
Panthenol
Pro-vitamin B5, a humectant and soothing agent that supports barrier function and reduces the stinging sensation associated with a compromised stratum corneum. It is the ingredient that makes the "suitable for sensitive skin" claim more than a pH statement.
The exclusion list matters as much as the inclusion list. Alcohol-free removes the volatile solvent that can sting compromised skin; soap-free removes the alkaline surfactant that disrupts the acid mantle; paraben-free removes a preservative class that some sensitive-skin users avoid. The combination of the exclusions and the three functional ingredients is what allows the product to sit across daily personal hygiene, family use, travel, and professional settings without a separate specification for each.
"Hypoallergenic" is a formulation commitment, not a test result. The claim signals that the formula is designed to minimise allergen exposure, and it is supported by the exclusion list, the preservative choice, and the dermatological testing. A hypoallergenic claim on a wipe that still carries a masking fragrance or a high-surfactant load is a contradiction that a retailer review will surface. The claim should be written to match the formulation architecture, not added as a marketing descriptor.
Substrate Selection: Viscose vs. Viscose/Polyester Blend
| Substrate | GSM | Hand Feel | Wet Strength | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 100% viscose spunlace | 40–55 gsm | Soft, high absorbency, low lint | Moderate; sufficient for hand, face, and light body cleansing | Sensitive-skin positioning, facial use, a softer daily wipe |
| Viscose/polyester blend (70/30) | 45–65 gsm | Soft with a slightly more substantial, cloth-like feel | Higher; holds together better under a body-cleansing pass | Whole-body use, family packs, a more durable sheet at a comparable cost |
The substrate choice follows the primary use occasion. A 100% viscose sheet at 40–55 gsm is the softer option for facial and sensitive-skin use, where low lint and a gentle hand feel matter most. A 70/30 viscose/polyester blend at 45–65 gsm gives more wet strength for whole-body use, where the wipe is pulled across a larger surface area and a softer sheet can tear. New Care Wet Tissue can be specified in either construction, and the buyer should choose against the channel rather than a default gsm.
Technical Specifications
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Product Type | New Care Wet Tissue / general-purpose daily cleansing wet wipes |
| Substrate | Spunlace nonwoven; 100% viscose or viscose/polyester blend; 40–65 gsm |
| Sheet Size | 150 × 200 mm standard; custom sizes available |
| Surface Type | Plain or light embossed |
| Lotion Type | Water-based gentle cleansing lotion |
| pH Range | 5.0–6.5 |
| Alcohol | 0% |
| Soap | Free |
| Parabens | Free |
| Functional Ingredients | Aloe vera, glycerin, panthenol |
| Fragrance | Unscented or light fresh scent (optional) |
| Dermatological Testing | Dermatologically tested; hypoallergenic |
| Recommended Skin Type | All skin types, including sensitive skin |
| Packaging | Soft pack / flip-top lid / individual sachet |
| Manufacturing Standards | ISO 9001 / GMP-aligned |
| Regulatory Compliance | FDA / EU Cosmetic Regulation |
| MOQ | From 10,000 packs per SKU for standard formats |
The substrate, pH window, and pack format are confirmed as one specification. A 45 gsm 100% viscose sheet in a soft pack and a 60 gsm viscose/PET blend in a flip-top lid pack serve different channels and different price points, even when the lotion is identical. The dermatological test and the hypoallergenic claim should be confirmed against the exact construction being purchased, not a generic base formula.
Where a Wide-Window Daily Wipe Fits-and Where a Site-Specific Formula Is Better
Appropriate Use Settings
- Family and household daily hygiene: one SKU for hands, face, and body across adults and children, reducing the number of packs a household needs to keep. The wide pH window and the mild surfactant system support that versatility.
- Travel, office, and on-the-go: a soft pack or individual sachet for a handbag, desk drawer, or carry-on. The 150 × 200 mm sheet covers a hand or a face in one pass, and the alcohol-free lotion does not sting on repeated use.
- Senior and assisted care: a gentle daily cleansing wipe for seniors and sensitive-skin users, where a soap-and-water routine can be drying or impractical. The aloe, glycerin, and panthenol system supports comfort across repeated daily use.
- Private-label general hygiene lines: for distributors and brands building a broad daily-cleansing SKU rather than a site-specific product. The wide window reduces the number of formulas a range needs to carry.
Where a Different Specification Is Needed
- Incontinence and faecal cleansing: the wide-window lotion is not buffered against urine alkalinity or specified for the wet-strength load of a faecal clean. The Incontinence Wet Wipes page covers the pH 5.5–6.5 buffer and the wet-strength grading.
- Dry and barrier-compromised skin: the New Care lotion provides humectants but not a barrier-lipid phase. The Lotion Wipes for Dry Skin page covers the ceramide and oat oil architecture at a higher lotion load.
- Heavy or waterproof makeup removal: the gentle water-based lotion is not a heavy-duty remover. The Facial Wipes Makeup Remover page covers the wet-strength and sheet-dimension requirements for that job.
- Clinically diagnosed rosacea or eczema: the wide-window formula is low-irritation by design, but a condition-specific claim needs a condition-specific panel. The NRS, NEA, and HypoSense paths on the Very Sensitive Skin page provide that framework.
OEM, Documentation, and Order Details
What We Customize
- Substrate: 100% viscose or viscose/PET blend; 40–65 gsm; plain or light embossed
- Sheet size: 150 × 200 mm standard; custom dimensions
- Lotion: pH 5.0–6.5; alcohol-free, soap-free, paraben-free; aloe, glycerin, panthenol
- Fragrance: unscented or light fresh scent
- Packaging: soft pack, flip-top lid, or individual sachet with your artwork
- Claim support: dermatological testing and hypoallergenic documentation available for qualified programmes
Order Reference
- MOQ: from 10,000 packs per SKU for standard formats; confirm against pack type and customization
- Samples: specification-matched samples against your target substrate and pack format
- Documentation: dermatological test report; lotion pH and stability records; INCI and formula documentation; ISO 11930 challenge test where applicable
- Production time: first order typically several weeks after sample and artwork approval; repeat orders shorter
- Quality control: incoming substrate GSM and fibre blend, lotion pH per batch, wet strength on the saturated sheet, seal integrity, and finished-pack count
If the pack will carry "dermatologically tested," "hypoallergenic," or "suitable for sensitive skin," include the exact wording and the destination market so the test scope and the documentation set are confirmed before quotation. A wide-window general wipe and a site-specific sensitive-skin wipe are separate specifications, not two labels on the same lotion.
Frequently Asked Questions
It is designed for general daily hygiene-cleansing hands, face, and body across a range of scenarios including personal care, family use, travel, and professional settings. The wide pH window of 5.0–6.5 and the mild, alcohol-free, soap-free lotion allow it to sit across those occasions without a separate formula for each. It is not a site-specific product like an incontinence wipe or a feminine wipe; it is a general-purpose daily cleansing wipe for adults, seniors, and sensitive-skin users.
Yes. The formula is alcohol-free, pH-balanced within 5.0–6.5, soap-free, and paraben-free, and it is dermatologically tested and hypoallergenic. The functional ingredients-aloe vera, glycerin, and panthenol-are selected for comfort rather than for a single skin condition. It is positioned for all skin types including sensitive skin. If the target user has a clinically diagnosed condition such as rosacea or atopic dermatitis, a condition-specific panel is the more appropriate evidence route, and that is a separate specification from this general-purpose product.
Yes. The mild formula and the soft spunlace substrate make it suitable for facial use, including daily cleansing and refreshing. The 150 × 200 mm sheet covers the face in one pass, and the alcohol-free lotion does not sting on repeated use. It is not, however, a heavy-duty makeup remover-waterproof mascara and long-wear foundation require a higher surfactant or oil-phase system, which is a different specification covered on the Facial Wipes Makeup Remover page.
No. The water-based lotion is designed to absorb or dissipate rather than leave a tacky film. The glycerin and panthenol deliver immediate comfort without a heavy emollient load, and the aloe provides a light soothing finish. If the skin feels tight after use, the issue is usually the substrate or the lotion load rather than the humectant system, and that can be adjusted at the sampling stage. A general-purpose daily wipe should feel comfortable immediately after use, without a follow-up product.
A 100% viscose spunlace at 40–55 gsm is softer and lower in lint, which suits facial use and sensitive-skin positioning. A 70/30 viscose/polyester blend at 45–65 gsm gives higher wet strength and a slightly more substantial, cloth-like hand feel, which suits whole-body use where the wipe is pulled across a larger surface area. Neither is universally better; the choice follows the primary use occasion and the channel. A private-label range can carry both constructions under one lotion, with the substrate selected against the SKU's primary job.
The MOQ is from 10,000 packs per SKU for standard formats, confirmed against the pack type and the customization level. A custom-printed pack or a custom lotion formula can raise the minimum, because the printed film or the formula development carries its own setup. Production time for a first order is typically several weeks after sample and artwork approval, with repeat orders shorter. The substrate GSM, pack format, and lotion direction should be confirmed before quotation, because those three variables determine the production line and the minimum.
