I always cut the first 10 or so pads in half once I open it (clean your hands and tools very well first!) and continue to pick them up from the tub with clean tweezers to avoid unnecessary bacteria from getting in the product.

The product helps seal moisture in, heals your pimples and clogged pores faster, and to some level it can help prevent new impurities from forming, but most importantly it helps calm any redness and evens out skintone. It does not banish blackheads and does not moisturize on it's own but prepares your skin well for other skincare products. In addition to toning it can also be used as a trouble care mask, place the pad on the clogged area and allow it to try, remove and pat in the excess.

This product is however a bit pricey, I'm not gonna lie. Really handy for people that find toning time consuming. Excellent for traveling. Worth it's price +++