I needed lots of small tissues to help me cope with frequent tears due to an ongoing problem. While they're the perfect size for this - they're fairly small and don't form a huge bulge in your pocket - they're not soft enough for the delicate skin around the eyes. Also, they are not as absorbent as I need them to be. I really think they would be ok for most people who really just want a tissue for their nose. I love that they are simple, unadorned and all cotton. This is a big deal as they are well made. They have a slight hem around the edges. Very good. I keep one in the pockets of all my coats and the ones I wear often so I always have it on hand.