Birchwood A.E.R witch hazel pads are saturated with 50% Witch Hazel, an astringent that helps to shrink swollen or inflamed tissues and relieve irritation, along with 12.5% non-greasy glycerin. Together they provide a cool, soothing compress.Both pads and towelettes are pH-balanced, dye-free and both flushable and biodegradable.