The basics Q-Tips Cotton Swabs are the ultimate home, hygiene, and beauty tool. The benefits The soft cotton buds on Q-tips Cotton Swabs are made with 100% cotton, and the paper sticks are sourced from sustainable forests. The uses Use a Q-tip Cotton Swab as an ear cleaner (the cotton pads make perfect ear swabs) or as a beauty tool.The soft cotton sticks are delicate enough for sensitive jobs like baby hygiene; use a Q-tip to clean around your newborn's belly button or around your baby's nose. The bottom line Q-tips cotton swabs are also great for cleaning electronics; the cotton tipped