Cosmetic Pad Raw Material — Spunlace Cotton & Viscose Supplier India 2026
Cosmetic pads, makeup remover rounds, facial sheet masks, and toner pads are the dominant disposables in the beauty and personal care category. The Indian beauty market has expanded sharply with D2C beauty brands, premium retail (Sephora, Nykaa Luxe), and salon-grade product penetration. For converters and brand owners, the right raw material delivers the soft, lint-free, lotion-holding performance that customers expect.
This guide covers spunlace nonwoven options for cosmetic pad production — cotton, viscose, bamboo, and blends — with specifications, embossing options, GSM by product, and supply from Favourite Fab.
Cosmetic Pad Product Categories
| Product | Substrate | GSM | Format |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cotton round / makeup remover round | 100% cotton spunlace | 50–80 GSM | Dry, packed |
| Compressed cotton pad | 100% cotton spunlace | 60–90 GSM compressed | Dry, embossed |
| Toner pad | Cotton or viscose spunlace | 50–70 GSM | Wet (toner-soaked) |
| Sheet mask | Cotton, viscose, or microfibre | 40–60 GSM | Wet (essence-loaded) |
| Eye patch / pad | Hydrogel + nonwoven | 50 GSM nonwoven base | Wet, gel-coated |
| Lip mask | Hydrogel + cotton substrate | 50 GSM base | Wet, gel-coated |
| Cleansing wipe (premium) | Viscose / cotton spunlace | 50–70 GSM | Wet |
Substrate 1 — 100% Cotton Spunlace
The premium substrate. Used for cotton rounds, premium toner pads, and high-end sheet masks where natural fibre messaging matters.
- GSM: 50–80
- Width: Up to 2.4 m
- Properties: Highest absorbency (20–27× own weight), softest hand, fully biodegradable, GOTS-certifiable
- Cost: ₹260–420/kg
- Markets: Premium beauty, organic-positioned, dermatologist brands
For comparison with other fibres: Viscose vs cotton nonwoven fabric.
Substrate 2 — Viscose / Cotton Blend Spunlace
The mainstream choice. Balances softness, cost, and absorbency. Used by most mid-tier and value beauty brands.
- Blend: 70/30, 50/50, 30/70 viscose/cotton
- GSM: 50–70
- Cost: ₹180–260/kg (varies with blend ratio)
- Markets: Mid-tier beauty retail, mass-market makeup remover
Substrate 3 — 100% Viscose Spunlace
Cost-optimised premium-feel substrate. Smooth, slick hand. Faster strike-through than cotton (better for sheet masks where fast saturation is wanted).
- GSM: 40–60
- Cost: ₹160–220/kg
- Markets: Sheet masks, cleansing pads, mid-tier toner pads
Substrate 4 — Bamboo Viscose Spunlace
The eco-positioned substrate. Same regenerated cellulose as standard viscose, but using bamboo as the wood pulp source. Marketing-friendly story for D2C and natural-positioned brands.
- GSM: 40–60
- Cost: ₹190–260/kg
- Markets: Eco beauty, sustainable D2C, premium organic
Substrate 5 — Microfibre / Specialty
For premium sheet masks and high-end face sculpting masks, microfibre substrates (typically polyester) deliver tight skin contact and slow essence release.
- GSM: 30–50
- Cost: ₹240–360/kg
- Properties: Tight weave, slow release, conforms to face contours
Embossing Patterns
Cosmetic pads almost always have embossed surface patterns. The pattern is functional (better scrubbing texture, lotion retention) and aesthetic (brand differentiation).
- Standard patterns: Dot, square, diamond, leaf, star
- Custom logo embossing: Brand logo embossed across the substrate
- Setup cost: ₹1.5–3 lakh for custom emboss roll engraving
- MOQ for custom: 5,000 kg minimum order per pattern
Pad Format & Conversion
Cotton round (makeup remover)
- Diameter: 50–60 mm
- GSM: 60–80
- Format: Bagged 80–120 pads per pack
- Fabric per pad: 0.12–0.20 g
Compressed cotton pad
- Higher GSM (80–90)
- Compressed via calendering for thinner profile
- Premium positioning
Sheet mask
- Pre-cut face shape ~22 × 18 cm
- GSM 40–60
- Soaked in 25–30 ml essence per mask
- Sealed in barrier sachet (PE/Aluminium laminate)
Pricing & Cost Per Pad
| Product | Substrate | RM Cost per Unit (₹) |
|---|---|---|
| Cotton round | 0.18 g of 80 GSM cotton | ₹0.06 |
| Premium cotton round (compressed) | 0.20 g of 90 GSM cotton | ₹0.08 |
| Toner pad (wet) | 0.20 g cotton + 1 ml toner | ₹0.40 |
| Sheet mask substrate | 1.6 g of 40 GSM viscose | ₹0.30 |
| Sheet mask (with essence) | 1.6 g substrate + 25 ml essence | ₹2.50–8.00 |
| Bamboo cotton round | 0.18 g of 80 GSM bamboo viscose | ₹0.04 |
Bagging, packaging, and brand value drives most of the retail price — substrate is typically <15% of finished pad cost.
Why Source Cosmetic Pad Raw Material from Favourite Fab
- Multiple substrates from one supplier: Cotton, viscose, blends, bamboo — all stocked
- Custom blend ratios: Any cotton/viscose/polyester blend from 30/70 to 70/30
- Embossing: Stock and custom emboss patterns available
- OEKO-TEX Standard 100 certified for skin-contact applications
- GOTS option for organic-certified cotton substrates
- Pre-slit rolls: Match cotton-round die-cut machine specifications
- ISO 9001:2015 certified
Related: Wet wipes raw material | What is spunlace fabric
Frequently Asked Questions
What’s the difference between cotton round and compressed cotton pad?
Cotton round is standard 60–80 GSM cotton spunlace die-cut to circles. Compressed cotton pad uses higher GSM (80–90) calendered to thinner profile — feels denser, more premium, holds more product, packs flatter. Compressed pads are sold at premium price points.
Are bamboo cotton pads really better?
Functionally similar to standard viscose pads. Marketing benefit: “bamboo” carries strong eco association with consumers. Bamboo viscose costs slightly more (~10–15%) and brands generally charge a 30–50% premium for the “bamboo” positioning. Margins are higher.
What GSM is best for sheet masks?
40–50 GSM is the sweet spot — thin enough to conform to face, dense enough to hold 25–30 ml essence without dripping. Premium hydrating masks use 50–60 GSM. Microfibre substrate or bamboo viscose is preferred for “invisible” second-skin masks.
Can I get GOTS-certified cotton substrate?
Yes — GOTS (Global Organic Textile Standard) certified cotton spunlace is available from Favourite Fab on indent. Lead time 30 days. Useful for organic-positioned beauty brands targeting EU and US export markets.
Are cosmetic pads biodegradable?
100% cotton and 100% viscose pads are fully biodegradable. Pads with polyester content are not. Sheet masks with polymer additives or microfibre construction are typically not biodegradable. For eco-positioned brands, specify pure-cellulose substrates.
What’s the typical MOQ for cosmetic pad converters?
Substrate: 1,000 kg (covers production of ~3–5 million cotton rounds). Custom embossed: 5,000 kg per pattern. Sample rolls (5–10 m) free for serious enquiries.
Get Substrate Samples
Share your cosmetic pad product (cotton round, sheet mask, toner pad), substrate preference, and monthly volume. Receive sample rolls of cotton, viscose, and bamboo spunlace within 5 days for side-by-side testing.
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Gaurav Garg
I'm Gaurav Garg, CEO of Favourite Fab, a company on a mission to revolutionize the nonwoven industry with sustainable practices. We work hand-in-hand with manufacturers and suppliers who share our commitment to eco-friendly production. With a deep interest in textile innovation, I'm passionate about educating consumers about sustainable material options and their potential to transform the nonwoven landscape.
