Netsusama is one of the most recognisable products in any Japanese household medicine cabinet, and the pink box is the children's version. The kobayashi netsusama cooling gel sheet comes 12 to a box, each sheet a soft gel pad you peel and stick where you want a cooling sensation.
The gel is roughly 80% water, which is what does the work: it draws heat away as the moisture evaporates, and the cooling builds gradually rather than hitting all at once. It lasts around 8 hours per sheet, which is why these are usually applied at bedtime. The formulation is mildly acidic and designed to sit comfortably against skin, and the adhesive holds through tossing and turning. The sheet can be cut with scissors to fit a smaller area.
This is the pink children's size, intended for ages 2 and up. Do not use it on broken skin, eczema, rashes, burns or sunburn, keep it away from the eyes, and take particular care with small children since a loose sheet could cover the nose or mouth.
Features
● 12 single-use cooling sheets per box
● Gel holds roughly 80% water, which is what produces the cooling
● Cooling sensation lasts approximately 8 hours per sheet
● Sheet size 50 x 130mm, the children's format
● Mildly acidic formulation designed to sit comfortably on skin
● Adhesive holds in place through movement and sleep
● Can be cut with scissors to fit a smaller area
● Can be stored in the refrigerator for a cooler start, but not the freezer
Concerns
● Wanting a cooling sensation that lasts through the night
● Needing something ready to use without chilling it first
● Cold packs that slip out of place during sleep
● Hot nights and warm weather
Suitable For
● Ages 2 and up, per the brand's guidance for the pink version
● Single use, then disposal
● Forehead and other areas where a cooling sensation is wanted
● Not for use on broken skin, eczema, rashes, burns or sunburn
Made In
● Japan
