Okay, let’s talk about these cotton swabs because honestly? They’ve low-key become a staple in my life. I bought the 500-count pack thinking it’d last me forever, but between makeup touch-ups, skincare, and *ahem* questionable ear-cleaning habits (don’t @ me), I’m already halfway through.

The quality is solid—no flimsy sticks or cotton that unravels mid-use. I’ve had cheaper ones bend like wet spaghetti, but these hold up when I’m aggressively blending eyeshadow or fixing nail polish messes. They’re not the *softest* ever (I’ve definitely pampered myself with bougie swabs before), but for the price? Zero complaints.

Also, the packaging is… fine? It’s a basic plastic box—functional but not exactly luxury. Mine survived a drop from my bathroom counter, though it now has a *personality crack*. Pro tip: Don’t overthink storage. Just keep ’em dry and they’ll do their job.

Final verdict: These are the Toyota Corolla of cotton swabs—reliable, affordable, and unsexy in the best way. If you go through swabs like I do (read: compulsively), this pack is a no-brainer.