Sterile compresses folded in 4, 5x5 cm x 100 pcs
Specifications
- Packaging
- 100 pcs
- Dimensions
- 5x5 cm
- Quantity
- 100 pcs
- Format
- folded into 4
- Material
- PPSB
- Sterilization
- sterile
- Usage
- single-use
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Complete guide: Sterile compresses folded in 4, 5x5 cm x 100 pcs
Non-woven (PPSB) compresses, sterilized and individually packaged, folded into 4 at 5x5 cm — an essential consumable for tattoo and piercing studios. The small size gives you precise control when cleaning small and medium areas, and the 4-layer fold multiplies absorbency without sacrificing maneuverability. They are useful both for artists who want a sterile alternative to non-sterile working compresses and for those who need a clean dressing for small tattoos, piercing areas, or micropigmentation procedures.
How to use
- Wash your hands and put on gloves before handling the compress — sterility only counts if you don't compromise it when opening.
- Check the individual pouch: it should be intact (unbroken, not moist), the sterilization indicator should show correctly, and the expiration date should not be past.
- Open the pouch right before use, not in advance — a compress taken out of its packaging and left on the table is no longer sterile.
- Use the compress folded for precise wiping of the working area during tattooing: it absorbs ink, blood, and exudate without leaving lint.
- If you need more coverage, unfold the compress — folded into 4 at 5x5 cm, it opens to approximately 10x10 cm, but becomes thinner and absorbs less per surface area.
- At the end, you can use a new sterile compress as a dressing for small and medium tattoos or for cleaning the piercing area.
- Dispose of each compress after a single use — after contact with biological fluids, it must be disposed of as medical waste, not household trash.
Tips from us
- Keep both sterile and non-sterile compresses in stock: sterile for contact with traumatized skin (final dressing, piercing), non-sterile for wiping surfaces and tools — this way you optimize the cost per session.
- The 5x5 cm format is the most economical for routine use; for large tattoos or back pieces, supplement with the 10x10 cm size.
- The PPSB non-woven material leaves fewer fibers in the wound compared to classic woven compresses — a real advantage when repeatedly wiping freshly worked skin.
- Store the pack in a dry place, away from moisture and heat — poor storage conditions can compromise sterility even if the pouch seems intact.
- Calculate your realistic consumption: if you use sterile only for the final dressing (1-2 per client), the pack of 100 covers dozens of clients; if you work sterile throughout the session, consumption goes up to 15-30 per client.
- Keep the pouches within reach on the work station, but open them only at the moment of use — quick access should not mean opening packaging in advance.
Frequently asked questions
What is the difference between these sterile compresses and the regular non-sterile PPSB compresses?▾
The material is similar — non-woven PPSB, high absorbency and low lint — but these are sterilized and individually packaged, with a sterilization indicator and expiration date on each pouch. This makes them suitable for direct contact with traumatized skin: final dressing, piercing areas, micropigmentation. Non-sterile ones remain the economical choice for routine wiping of surfaces and tools. The higher price of sterile ones comes from the sterilization process, individual sealed packaging, and batch microbiological testing.
How do I check if a compress is still sterile before using it?▾
Check four things: 1) the individual pouch is intact — not torn, perforated, opened, or exposed to moisture; 2) the sterilization indicator on the pouch looks correct (the strip that changes color after sterilization); 3) the expiration date has not passed; 4) storage conditions — moisture or extreme heat can compromise sterility even if the pouch looks fine. If any of these raises doubts, use another compress.
Can I unfold the compress to a larger size if I need to?▾
Yes. Being folded into 4 at 5x5 cm, the compress unfolds to approximately 10x10 cm or more. This gives you versatility: folded for precise control on small areas, unfolded for wider coverage. However, keep in mind that once unfolded, it loses the thickness from layering — it becomes thinner and absorbs less per unit area. For maximum absorbency, keep it folded.
Are 100 pieces enough for a month of work in the studio?▾
It depends on how you use them. If you work with non-sterile compresses during the session and keep the sterile ones only for the final dressing (1-2 per client), the pack covers 50-100 clients — roughly 2-4 weeks for a studio with a normal schedule. If you use sterile compresses throughout the session, consumption increases to 15-30 per client and the pack runs out in a few days. For most studios, the combination of sterile + non-sterile is the most balanced.
Are they suitable as a final dressing on a tattoo?▾
Yes, for small and medium tattoos — this is one of their main roles. Being sterile at the moment of opening, they act as a barrier preventing contamination of the freshly worked area, and the non-woven material leaves fewer fibers in the wound upon removal than woven compresses. For large tattoos, the 5x5 cm format becomes impractical — in that case, choose 10x10 cm compresses or other appropriately sized covering solutions.
Can I also use them for piercing or micropigmentation?▾
Yes. The professional use description covers exactly these scenarios: cleaning the piercing area and absorbing exudate in micropigmentation procedures. The small 5x5 cm format is even an advantage here, because the work areas are small and you need precision, not large coverage. The rule remains the same: pouch opened only at the moment of use, one compress per use, then disposal as medical waste.
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