Definition

Noun: A soft, disposable type of tissue paper specifically designed and suitable for gentle use on the face, primarily for wiping or blowing the nose, or for removing makeup.

Usage

This noun is typically used as a countable noun (e.g., a facial tissue, three facial tissues) or as an uncountable noun to refer to the product category. It is commonly found in contexts related to personal hygiene, health, and grooming.

Examples

• She grabbed a facial tissue to dab her eyes.
• This brand of facial tissue is very soft and hypoallergenic.
• Always keep a box of facial tissues on your desk during cold season.

Advanced Usage

• The term can be used attributively (like an adjective) before other nouns.
  • facial tissue box, facial tissue manufacturer

Variants and Related Words

• Tissue (noun): A more general term for thin, soft paper, which can include paper towels, toilet paper, and facial tissues. In many contexts, "tissue" is understood to mean "facial tissue."
• Kleenex® (noun, trademark): A widely known brand name for facial tissues, often used generically (a process called genericization) to refer to any facial tissue.

Synonyms

• Disposable handkerchief
• Paper handkerchief

Related Phrases / Idioms

• (To be) on every tissue box: A humorous or metaphorical phrase suggesting something is so common or sentimental it could be printed as a motto on packaging. (This is not a standard idiom but an illustrative example of cultural usage).
  • That optimistic saying is corny enough to be on every facial tissue box.

Noun

1. tissue paper suitable for use on the face