Alcohol Wipes 70% Isopropyl Alcohol A skin cleansing Alcohol swab saturated with 70% isopropyl alcohol Now bigger than the original ones Features: 2 Ply Swab 6cm x 6cm Box 200 Alcohol wipes Vs Antiseptic wipes Antiseptic wipe Antiseptic wipes (AKA Benzalkonium Chloride) also known as, towelettes, are used as a skin disinfectant. They are ideal for cleansing a wound. Effective against bacteria, viruses, fungi and protozoa. The benefits of BZK wipes are numerous, BZK tends to not dry out the skin like alcohol wipes and it isn't as messy as Iodine. Alcohol wipes or prep pads are used for cleaning around a wound. They should not be used directly on an open wound as alcohol can cause damage to the wound bed. Alcohol applied directly to an open wound can delay or even prevent healing. Alcohol pads can be used to prep unbroken skin. They are also great for disinfecting medical instruments like bandage scissors or stick thermometers.