Dave, I use paper towels, It just takes getting use to the feel and reaction of the CA. You have to keep It wet and moving, and if It starts to feel scratchy get off of It immediately. At that point You may even want to sand and start fresh again where you left off. It depends If You got off of the work piece in time or not. If you see any white, then you definitely have to sand or It will get locked into the finish.
I Also do a epoxy base beforehand, and use a combination of nitrile gloves and playing cards to apply that. I don't think I have tried the playing cards for CA though.