MED PRIDE Hydrocolloid Dressing 4x4, 5-Pack Sterile Adhesive Hydrocolloid Pads, Ulcer Bandages, Highly Absorbent, Water-Resistant, Comfortable

The MED PRIDE Hydrocolloid 2'' x 2'' Wound Dressing Pads have proven to be an invaluable addition to my first aid kit. These sterile adhesive patches come individually packed, ensuring hygiene and convenience.Effective Absorption:I'm impressed by how well these dressing pads absorb wound exudate. They maintain a moist healing environment, promoting faster recovery and reducing the risk of infection. The hydrocolloid material is highly absorbent, yet gentle on the skin.Water-Resistant and Secure:Their water-resistant nature adds another layer of reliability, allowing them to stay in place even during showers or light activities. This feature enhances comfort and ensures uninterrupted healing.Convenient Packaging:The individual packaging is a standout feature, making it easy to carry them in a bag or pocket. It’s reassuring to know that each pad is sterile until opened, maintaining their effectiveness.Highly Recommend:I highly recommend the MED PRIDE Hydrocolloid Wound Dressing Pads to anyone needing reliable wound care. They provide excellent absorption, security, and convenience, making them essential for home or travel first aid kits.Conclusion:Overall, these wound dressing pads exceed expectations with their effectiveness and convenience. They’re a five-star product that delivers on both performance and ease of use, ensuring peace of mind during wound care.

Some years ago, when hydrocolloid bandages came into the commercial market, I bought some for a cut I had. When I saw how it absorbed fluid, it occurred to me, this stuff could be useful for zits. So, I cut up a bandage into squares and tried it. Sure enough, after one night, the patch had swelled up and the zit had gone down significantly. I used the bandages that way for a few years and then the “acne patches” came out. I’ve now tried numerous brands of acne patches but the companies who produce them are stuck on this idea of making them “ultra thin” and claiming they can be worn in public because they’re “invisible”. Well, that may be so, from a distance but, up close, they are definitely visible. So it seems dumb to me that these acne patch companies sacrifice absorbency for “thinness”. The thicker stuff sucks out SO much more goo. It’s a shame because the precut circles are much easier to use (especially with the perforated backing) but they just don’t make them thick enough. The bandage companies also have gotten on the “thin” wagon, but these are labeled “X-Thin” and they’re more than twice as thick as the thickest acne patches I could find. These absorb very nicely and are ok as far as adhesion goes, tho, I wish they were a bit stickier. Just be sure to get your face sneaky clean and dry before applying and cut your squares large enough to have a good border around the edges of your blemish and get a proper seal. Trust me y’all, this DIY pimple patch is WAY better AND less expensive than the ones made for acne. They do not look pretty but they WORK.

These patches are not easily concealable. They're thicker than what I'm used to. The edges come unglued easily with humid weather or minor sweat. However, I only use them around the house and when I go to sleep. They do the job it was intended for... healing wounds and protecting wounds. Also, the larger size could be cut to size to fit your need for coverage. May buy again at a lower price.

Had some very shallow, but kind of long wound dehiscence after a surgery and was told I could try hydrocolloids since gauze was kind of uncomfortable to wear all day, not to mention, to change two or three times a day. These are super comfortable. Like, the wound is so much less tender and it's way way way more comfortable to move around in with this on. Also, the material feels super high quality and the gel forms pretty quickly over the wound. The only issue I've had is that the very edges of the bandages aren't super adhesive and tend to get wrinkled and eventually roll up, which then releases the goo. Solution was simply to tape the edge where it tends to wrinkle up and that's extended the bandage life substantially. That said, they definitely don't last a week, but I've been getting 3 days no problem with tape and that seems fine to me.

No complaints

I’ve tried 3 brands of hydrocolloid pads - these are by far my favorite. I’ve used then for cystic blind hormonal acne, abscesses, weeping eczema on my face and body. They adhere well, draw out a lot of liquid without falling off and are easy to cut into custom size pieces as long as you cut with the paper still on. I’ve put them on old raised scars from years ago that I thought were a lost cause and they still pulled stuff out…and lightened the scar as well!

First of all, its a bit thicker than what I usually use. I got it because I ran out of the usual dressing and tried this one out. Absorption wise, it worked well. But I ended up having sensitivity issues with this one, the area with the dressing started to get itchy and when I removed it, it left my skin macerated.

My wife and I are getting older (70ish). Our skin tears easily and heals slowly. We hike, mountain bike, Nordic ski, and, well, spend lots of time outdoors. These heal up the unintended minor wounds neatly and effectively. We keep smaller hydrocolloid bandages in wallets, bike bags, and glove boxes. The 4x4s live in medicine cabinets and first aid kits. Get 'em, use 'em. You'll appreciate them.