Aerocool Instant Ice Pack Small – 80g

The small 80g pack is the right choice for minor injuries affecting a smaller body area — sprained fingers, bruised wrists, minor ankle bumps, insect stings, or a child's knock to a limb. It provides adequate cold coverage for these areas without the bulk of the larger pack. The large 240g pack is better suited to bigger injuries covering a more substantial area — a swollen knee, a thigh contusion, or a significant ankle sprain — where the small pack would not provide adequate coverage of the injury zone. Keeping both sizes in a home first aid kit gives you the right tool for the most common injury scenarios without having to make do with an ill-suited size.

Yes, with appropriate precautions. Cold therapy is a standard first aid measure for bumps and soft tissue injuries in children, and the compact size of the small pack is often the more practical option for a child's smaller limbs and injury areas. Always place a thin cloth between the pack and the child's skin, limit application to 10 to 15 minutes rather than the full 20 minutes recommended for adults, and check the skin under the pack every few minutes throughout. Never leave a child unattended with an activated ice pack, and keep the pack out of reach when not in use — the chemical contents are harmful if the pack is bitten or ruptured by a child.

The pack cools within seconds of shaking after the inner pouch is broken — the endothermic reaction initiates rapidly once the two components are mixed. You should feel the outer surface becoming cold within a few seconds of vigorous shaking. If the pack does not cool after squeezing and shaking, check that the inner pouch has been fully broken — try a firmer squeeze in a slightly different area of the pack to ensure complete rupture.

Yes. Cold therapy is a simple and effective way to reduce the localised pain and swelling associated with most insect stings. Check that the sting has been removed first — if a bee sting is visible, remove it by scraping horizontally across the skin with a fingernail or card rather than squeezing, which can inject more venom. Then activate the small ice pack, wrap in a thin cloth, and apply to the sting site for up to 20 minutes. If there are any signs of a significant allergic reaction — spreading rash, swelling of the face or throat, difficulty breathing, or dizziness — call 999 immediately, as this may indicate anaphylaxis, which is a medical emergency requiring an adrenaline injection.

Having at least two to three small packs alongside one or two large packs in a home first aid kit is a practical starting point, particularly for households with children or anyone who plays sport. Because each pack is single use, you want enough supply to manage the initial injury and any ongoing cold therapy in the first 24 hours if needed. Keeping the kit stocked by replacing used packs promptly ensures you are never without one when an injury occurs. Browse our range of first aid kits and supplies for everything needed to maintain a well-equipped home kit.

Prolonged cold application without a protective layer — or even with one but for an extended period — can cause cold burns, frostbite, or ice burn injury to the skin, which can range from superficial redness and discomfort to deeper tissue damage in severe cases. If the skin under the pack appears red, blistered, white, or the patient reports burning, stinging, or numbness that does not resolve after removal and warming, seek medical advice. Prevention is straightforward — always use a protective cloth, apply for no more than 20 minutes at a time (10 to 15 minutes for children), and check the skin throughout the application period.