Tissue paper has been a significant part of our day to day life for the purpose of purity, cleanness and freshness. Facial tissue and toilet tissue has been the most widely used form of tissue paper. Facial tissue refers to a class of soft, absorbent, disposable paper that is suitable for use on the face. The term is commonly used to refer to the type of facial tissue, usually sold in boxes, that is designed to facilitate the expulsion of nasal mucus from the nose although it may refer to other types of facial tissues including napkins and wipes. Toilet paper, which differs in composition from facial tissue, is designed to deteriorate when wet in order to keep drain pipes clear. Some types of toilet paper are designed to decompose in septic tanks, while other bathroom and facial tissues do not. It is a soft tissue paper product used to maintain personal hygiene after defecation.
Facial tissue is often referred to as a "tissue" "Kleenex" which popularized the invention and its use. The term "paper handkerchief" is also used. In most parts of the world, handkerchiefs have fallen out of use, except for fashion, and their function has been replaced entirely by facial tissue. More than just a handkerchief, today's facial tissue is now designed to alleviate and prevent discomfort and sickness by facilitating the expulsion of nasal mucus from the nose ("blowing the nose"). The tissue is a disposable type of paper engineered to be thin and soft for comfort, but extra sturdy for function. Because extraneous mucus is an annoyance, facial tissue is a widely used item in households worldwide.
Records of human usage of toilet paper first appeared in China, during the 14th century. Using water to clean oneself, in lieu of toilet paper, is common in India and Muslim countries. The use of water in Muslim countries is due in part to Muslim sharia which encourages washing after defecation. The advantages of toilet paper are that it is easy and intuitive to use, fairly