These are very soft, about the thickness of a good tissue, and the edges are stitched well.  I have run them through a bleach load twice and they have held up nicely.  I purchased these as a step toward zero (or at least less) waste.  They work great when I have a drippy nose.  I would probably use a tissue if I had an actual cold, to dispose of the germs.  My only challenge is that, even though they are thin, they don't fold small enough to tuck into my pocket without creating an obvious bulge!  (I am a woman, and do not desire any bulges in my pants...LOL)  Small challenge to overcome though for reducing my trash.