Use of Modifi ed Forearm Controlled Application Test to Evaluate Skin Irritation of Lotion Formulations

Modern facial tissue products are mild to skin. In fact, the current emphasis of manufacturers is to develop products that will provide skin benefi ts, rather than just an absence of negative effects. For example, a number of products are currently marketed that contain a lotion coating to aid in the healing or prevention of irritation that may occur with repeated, frequent use of the tissue product by cold or allergy sufferers.