Through the 1930s and 40s, adhesive tapes were improved with plastic backings that provided better protection from water and germs. In the postwar years, mass production techniques enabled plastic bandages to become widely available over-the-counter products worldwide. Today, advances in adhesive and plastic material sciences have made bandages more skin-friendly and long-lasting.

There is a Plastic Bandages designed for nearly every minor wound care need. Some common varieties include, Standard bandages: Also called band-aids, these basic bandages come in various sizes to cover small cuts, abrasions and blisters. They have a central soft padding surrounded by an adhesive plastic film strip. Fabric bandages: For larger wounds, fabric bandages provide breathable coverage. They are made of non-woven fabrics like cotton or rayon with sealing plastic borders.

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