Suture Supply Co Knowledge Hub
Cosmetic closure sutures are designed for precise wound edge approximation, reduced tissue trauma and improved aesthetic healing outcomes across facial surgery, cosmetic procedures, plastic surgery and delicate skin closure applications. Fine monofilament sutures are commonly selected for cosmetic wound closure where minimising visible scarring is a key consideration.
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Precise Cosmetic Approximation
Cosmetic closure sutures are selected to support accurate wound edge alignment and improved cosmetic healing outcomes.
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Fine Monofilament Options
Monofilament sutures such as Monocryl, Ethilon and Prolene are commonly used for smooth tissue passage and reduced tissue drag.
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Smaller USP Sizes
Cosmetic procedures commonly involve fine USP sizes such as 5-0, 6-0 and smaller precision closure sutures.
Cosmetic Closure Healing Profiles
Different cosmetic procedures require different wound support durations depending on tissue type, tension and healing goals.
Monocryl / Poliglecaprone 25
Ethilon / Nylon
Fine Cosmetic Closure Sizes
| Suture Material | Structure | Absorbability | Common Cosmetic Closure Use |
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| Monocryl / Poliglecaprone 25 | Monofilament | Absorbable | Subcuticular and cosmetic skin closure |
| Ethilon / Nylon | Monofilament | Non-Absorbable | Facial closure and external cosmetic approximation |
| Prolene / Polypropylene | Monofilament | Non-Absorbable | Plastic surgery and precision cosmetic closure |
| Vicryl Rapide | Braided | Fast Absorbing | Selected superficial cosmetic closure procedures |
Aesthetic Wound Closure
Cosmetic closure sutures are selected to support precise wound approximation and aesthetic healing outcomes.
Reduced Tissue Trauma
Fine monofilament sutures support smooth tissue passage and reduced tissue drag during cosmetic procedures.
Fine Cosmetic USP Sizes
Cosmetic closure procedures commonly use smaller USP sizes for controlled and delicate tissue approximation.
Shop Cosmetic Closure Sutures
Browse professional cosmetic closure sutures by material, USP size, absorbability and aesthetic procedure application.
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Ethicon VICRYL Polyglactin 910 Braided Absorbable Surgical Suture – USP 3-0 – 20 cm – Violet – Single-Armed Taper Point Needle 22 mm, Ski – E9903S (Box of 24) Size: 3-0 Colour: Violet Style: Taper Point -
Ethicon COATED VICRYL PLUS Polyglactin 910 Braided Absorbable Antibacterial Surgical Suture – USP 4-0 – 45 cm (18 in) – Undyed – Single-Armed Conventional Cutting PC-5 MULTIPASS® Needle 19 mm, 3/8 Circle – VCP823G (Box of 12) Size: 4-0 Colour: Undyed -
Ethicon VICRYL Polyglactin 910 Braided Absorbable Surgical Suture – USP 2-0 – 90 cm – Violet – Single-Armed Taper Point V-37 Needle 37 mm, 1/2 Circle – W9466 (Box of 12) Size: 2-0 Colour: Violet Style: Taper Point V-37 -
Ethicon VICRYL Polyglactin 910 Braided Absorbable Surgical Suture – USP 2-0 – 75 cm – Violet – Single-Armed Taper Point FSLX Needle 26 mm, 1/2 Circle – W9390 (Box of 12) Size: 2-0 Colour: Violet Style: Taper Point FSLX -
Ethicon VICRYL Polyglactin 910 Braided Absorbable Surgical Suture – USP 1 – 75 cm – Violet – Single-Armed Taper Point V-80 Needle 48 mm, 1/2 Circle – W9379 (Box of 12) Size: 1 Colour: Violet Style: Taper Point V-80 -
Ethicon VICRYL Polyglactin 910 Braided Absorbable Surgical Suture – USP 0 – 75 cm – Violet – Single-Armed Taper Point UR-4 Needle 36 mm, 1/2 Circle – W9165 (Box of 12) Size: 0 Colour: Violet Style: Taper Point UR-4 -
Ethicon VICRYL Polyglactin 910 Braided Absorbable Surgical Suture – USP 3-0 – 250 cm (98 in) – Violet – Non-Needled Ligapak – W9030 (Box of 12) Size: 3-0 Colour: Violet Style: Non-needled (Ligapak) -
Ethicon VICRYL PLUS Polyglactin 910 Braided Absorbable Antibacterial Surgical Suture – USP 4-0 – 70 cm – Violet – Single-Armed Taper Point FS-1 Needle 24 mm, 3/8 Circle – VCP451H (Box of 36) Size: 4-0 Colour: Violet Style: Taper Point FS-1 -
Ethicon VICRYL PLUS Polyglactin 910 Braided Absorbable Antibacterial Surgical Suture – USP 3-0 – 70 cm – Violet – Single-Armed Taper Point FS-2 Needle 19 mm, 3/8 Circle – VCP398H (Box of 36) Size: 3-0 Colour: Violet Style: Taper Point FS-2 -
Ethicon VICRYL PLUS Polyglactin 910 Braided Absorbable Antibacterial Surgical Suture – USP 3-0 – 45 cm – Violet – Single-Armed Taper Point FS-2 Needle 19 mm, 3/8 Circle – VCP393H (Box of 36) Size: 3-0 Colour: Violet Style: Taper Point FS-2 -
Ethicon VICRYL PLUS Polyglactin 910 Braided Absorbable Antibacterial Surgical Suture – USP 5-0 – 45 cm – Violet – Single-Armed Taper Point FS-2 Needle 19 mm, 3/8 Circle – VCP391H (Box of 36) Size: 5-0 Colour: Violet Style: Taper Point FS-2 -
Ethicon VICRYL PLUS Polyglactin 910 Braided Absorbable Antibacterial Surgical Suture – USP 0 – 70 cm – Violet – Single-Armed Taper Cut CTX Needle – VCP364H (Box of 36) -
Ethicon VICRYL Polyglactin 910 Braided Absorbable Surgical Suture – USP 0 – 90 cm – Violet – Single-Armed Taper Cut CTXD Needle 40 mm, 1/2 Circle – W9990 (Box of 12) Size: 0 Colour: Violet Style: Taper Cut CTXD -
Ethicon VICRYL Polyglactin 910 Braided Absorbable Surgical Suture – USP 2 – 75 cm – Violet – Single-Armed Taper Point CPX Needle 48 mm, 1/2 Circle – W9297 (Box of 12) Size: 2 Colour: Violet Style: Taper Point CPX -
Ethicon VICRYL Polyglactin 910 Braided Absorbable Surgical Suture – USP 0 – 75 cm – Violet – Single-Armed Taper Point V-34 Needle 36 mm, 1/2 Circle – W9364 (Box of 12) Size: 0 Colour: Violet Style: aper Point V-34 -
Ethicon VICRYL PLUS Polyglactin 910 Braided Absorbable Antibacterial Surgical Suture – USP 2 – 90 cm – Violet – Single-Armed Taper Point MO-6 Needle 48 mm, 1/2 Circle – VCP238H (Box of 36) Size: 2 Colour: Violet Style: Taper Point MO-6 -
Ethicon VICRYL Polyglactin 910 Braided Absorbable Surgical Suture – USP 1 – 250 cm (98 in) – Violet – Non-Needled Ligapak – W9001 (Box of 12) Size: 1 Colour: Violet Style: Non-needled (Ligapak) -
Ethicon VICRYL Polyglactin 910 Braided Absorbable Surgical Suture – USP 0 – 250 cm (98 in) – Violet – Non-Needled Ligapak – W9000 (Box of 12) Size: 0 Colour: Violet Style: Non-needled (Ligapak) -
Ethicon VICRYL Polyglactin 910 Braided Absorbable Surgical Suture – USP 3-0 (Metric 2) – 75 cm – Violet – Single-Armed Conventional Cutting FS-3 Needle 24 mm, 3/8 Circle – W9444 (Box of 12) Size: 3-0 Colour: Violet Style: Conventional Cutting FS-3 -
Ethicon COATED VICRYL Polyglactin 910 Braided Absorbable Surgical Suture – USP 1 – 8 x 45 cm – Violet – Single-Armed Taper Point MO-4 CONTROL RELEASE Needle 37 mm, 1/2 Circle – J702D (Box of 12) Size: 1 Colour: Violet Style: Taper Point MO-4 -
Ethicon COATED VICRYL Polyglactin 910 Braided Absorbable Surgical Suture – USP 6-0 – 45 cm – Violet – Double-Armed Taper Point S-29 Needles 11 mm, 3/8 Circle – J555G (Box of 12) Size: 6-0 Colour: Violet Style: Taper Point S-29 -
Ethicon VICRYL PLUS Polyglactin 910 Braided Absorbable Antibacterial Surgical Suture – USP 0 – 4 x 70 cm – Violet – Single-Armed Taper Point CT-2 CONTROL RELEASE Needle 40 mm, 1/2 Circle – VCP2575E (Box of 24) -
Ethicon VICRYL PLUS Polyglactin 910 Braided Absorbable Antibacterial Surgical Suture – USP 2-0 – 4 x 70 cm – Violet – Single-Armed Taper Point SH+ CR Needle 26 mm, 1/2 Circle – VCP2574E (Box of 24) Size: 2-0 Colour: Violet Style: Taper Point SH+ -
Ethicon VICRYL RAPIDE Polyglactin 910 Braided Rapidly Absorbable Surgical Suture – USP 8-0 – 30 cm – Violet – Single-Armed Taper Point GS-9 Needle 9 mm, 3/8 Circle – V1210G (Box of 12) Size: 8-0 Colour: Violet Style: Taper Point GS-9
