Non-sterile gauze swabs are similar to their sterile counterparts but are not individually packaged in sterile wrappers. They are made from woven cotton or non-woven material and are used for a variety of purposes such as wound cleaning, applying antiseptics, or general cleaning tasks in medical and first aid settings. These swabs are economical and convenient for non-sterile procedures where sterility is not required but absorbency and softness are essential.