Toilet Paper vs Bidet: Which Is Better for You?
Toilet Paper vs Bidet: Which Is Better for You?
First made popular in the late 17th century in France, the bidet has been changing the toilet hygiene game throughout history. After becoming popular in Europe, Asia, and parts of Africa, it finally took off in North America.
You may be wondering: how do these two-bathroom hygiene staples compare? And who wins in the toilet paper and bidet battle?
Read on as we share more about the pros and cons of each as well as how you can combine and use both for an effective, fresh, and thorough clean.
How Bathroom Hygiene Has Changed Over Time
Bathroom hygiene has changed a lot over time - from using leaves to communal sponges. Thankfully, toilet paper was invented in the 1850s and has served us since. Bidets have also been in bathroom hygiene and come a long way since they were invented. Available in many varieties some bidets are a separate attachment for your toilet, others are detached devices in the bathroom, or high-end electronic bidets. Electronic bidets even come with impressive features like being able to choose the temperature setting of your water or having your toilet seat be heated and some even have driers for your bottom.
The Rise of Bidets: A Growing Trend
It wasn’t until the pandemic that bidets became popular in the United States. According to CNN Business, “The bathroom washer business, once a foreign concept to many in the US, experienced a huge boom during the COVID-19 pandemic, when shoppers were battling over toilet paper shortages,” and since then stores like Bidetking have reported a 20% growth in sales every year. But before you try a bidet, it’s important to figure out whether you should.
Comparing Toilet Paper and Bidets
You might be wondering: are bidets more sanitary than toilet paper? Let’s walk through some of the pros and cons of both bidets and toilet paper.
Convenience and Accessibility
- Bidets: One of the few downsides of becoming a bidet user is their limited availability and the lack of convenience. Especially when you’re out of the home. You might find yourself out for dinner or on-the-go with no access to a public bidet.
However, if you suffer from mobility issues or have an impaired range of motion because of a muscular condition like arthritis, using a bidet will make it easier for you to maintain your personal hygiene. - Toilet paper: This is where toilet paper scores major points. Everywhere you visit -whether it’s your office, a restaurant, or a mall - will have toilet paper, making it the more accessible and convenient choice.
- Flushable wipes: Cottonelle® Flushable Wipes are a go-to bathroom companion that effectively provides you with a long-lasting, refreshing clean – both at home and on-the-go.
Use Toilet Paper and a Bidet Together for Efficient Cleaning
While each has its benefits, one of the best options for bathroom hygiene is to use a bidet and toilet paper together! Here’s some tips how:
How to Use Both Together
If you’re using a bidet without an automatic drying feature, then using your bidet and toilet paper is essential. Once you’re done cleaning with a bidet, grab some of your favorite Cottonelle® toilet paper and dry yourself. The gentle drying power leaves you clean and dry.
Choose Cottonelle® Toilet Paper for Your Bathroom Needs
Give yourself the gentle clean you deserve when it comes to your bathroom hygiene. Cottonelle® Ultra Clean Toilet Paper and Cottonelle® Ultra Soft Toilet Paper are designed to give you a gentle and thorough wipe. Featuring CleaningRipples™ texture, this toilet paper is designed to leave you feeling comfortably dry as well as being 3x thicker and stronger than the leading value brand.
Choose Cottonelle® Toilet Paper for the gentle clean you deserve.
https://health.clevelandclinic.org/is-using-a-bidet-healthy
https://www.bannerhealth.com/healthcareblog/advise-me/is-it-time-to-get-a-bidet-or-to-stick-to-toilet-paper
