4 Best Facial Tissues of 2026, Tested and Reviewed
We tested 14 facial tissues–including those with lotion–from brands including Kleenex, Kirkland, and Puffs in our labs. Our new Top Pick trounced all other contenders.
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Cold season has arrived, and allergy season never seems to leave. Everyone around you is sneezing and reaching into their pockets, purses, and diaper bags for that all-important hygiene staple: facial tissues. At first glance, all tissues seem the same. But as anyone who has had a tissue fall apart in their hands or make their nose red and dry can tell you, there are significant differences among brands.
- Tissues We Tested: Caboo Great Value Kirkland Signature Kleenex Anti-Viral Kleenex Lotion Kleenex Ultra Soft Member's Mark Presto Puffs Puffs Plus Lotion Puffs Plus Lotion With Vicks Scotties Up&Up Ultra Soft Up&Up Facial Tissue With Lotion
- Our Tests: In-Depth Lab-Testing Video How We Tested Tissues
CR's in-house tester José Amézquita performed several tests on facial tissues, including strength, absorbency, and abrasion resistance.
Here are our top picks–and the tissues we don’t recommend.
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