Why do people use wipes instead of toilet paper?

Some people use baby wipes if they have sensitive skin as they do not cause irritation or leave behind lint. Some people may prefer them to toilet paper because they feel cleaner after using them.

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Also question is, is using wet wipes bad for you?

Another big risk with using wet wipes is the moisture factor. … “The moisture just festers, and it causes a change in bacteria and leads to irritation.” If this continually happens, he notes that people can feel as though they have fissures or hemorrhoids when really it’s just a buildup of irritation and bad bacteria.

Considering this, what can I do instead of using toilet paper? The truth is that tissues, a paper towel, wet wipes, or scraps of fabric will all do the job just fine (with varying degrees of comfort). But—and this is very important—don’t flush any alternative toilet paper down the toilet.

Furthermore, why flushable wipes are bad?

Flushable wipes do not fall apart when they are wet. In fact, they hold together better than paper towels. Therefore, they don’t disintegrate, and if there isn’t enough water to push them through, they’ll clog the sewer line. They can also cause the septic tanks to need to be pumped more often and can block pipes.

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