Cotton wool” is a term used to refer to cotton in its softest and fluffiest form – think cotton balls. Due to its absorbency, it is most often used for cleaning the skin, bathing wounds, or applying liquids and creams. Common applications of cotton wool in medicine include Cotton wool balls.
Absorbent cotton is used for surgical dressings, cosmetic purposes, etc. It is also known as Surgical Cotton or Cotton Wool. It is mainly used for medical purposes in hospitals, dispensaries, and nursing homes to absorb body fluids.