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Alcohol-based hand sanitizers are a great alternative to the soap-water method for hand hygiene. Do you know most hand sanitizers contain certain chemicals, which can cause health issues when they come in contact with eyes? Eye irritation is a common issue. What are other effects? What to do when you get hand sanitizer in the eye? Let's find out. What Happens When You Get Hand Sanitizer in Your Eyes? When hand sanitizer enters your eyes, you will start experiencing a burning sensation. If you use an alcohol-based cleaning agent , alcohol can cause chemical burns on cornea - the outermost layer of the eye. Here’s a list of symptoms you may experience when you get a hand sanitizer in the eyes- Blurry vision Redness Swelling Burning pain Light sensitivity Symptoms may be more severe depending on the amount of hand sanitizer entering your eyes. If larger amounts of alcohol come in contact with eyes, alcohol will stay for a prolonged period of time, thus leading to further complicatio...

When it comes to disinfecting your hands quickly, you usually reach for a hand sanitizer spray bottle. But, is it as effective as washing hands with soap and water? Which method is better for eliminating germs - hand sanitizing or hand washing with soap and water? Let’s discuss in detail. What is Hand Washing? Washing hands with soap and water is a great way to remove germs and avoid getting sick. There’s some evidence that proper hand washing can help reduce the rate of spread of infections by 25-50 percent. Contaminated hands can cause gastrointestinal infections, which can lead to serious complications in young children. With regular hand washing, some people may develop hand rashes with symptoms, such as dryness, redness, cracking, etc. Additionally, those who have sensitive skin or allergies to cosmetic products may experience dermatitis from certain soaps. What is Hand Sanitizing? In the past years, hand sanitizing has become a popular practice to ensure hand hygiene. Hand sanit...

We all know that regular cleaning and disinfecting is required to keep your loved ones safe from common infections. But, what does the word “regular” mean? What’s the frequency of disinfection to ensure safety of your family? How to use surface disinfectants ? Should you disinfect all surfaces at your home? Let’s find out. How Often You Should Disinfect Surfaces? Well, the answer to this question depends on the environment the surfaces are in and how often they come in contact with people. For instance, high-touch surfaces such as door knobs, counter tops, chairs, tables, water faucets, and drawer pulls carry a ton of germs. Thus, they require daily disinfection if you want to prevent infections. Surfaces that are in an open space may not need daily disinfection as surfaces in a closed space require. This is because closed spaces don’t have good air circulation, and pathogens stay there longer. A table lying in the backyard may not require as much disinfection as a chair in the living ...

Hand disinfectants are effective in preventing infections. In the past years, they have gained popularity as an alternative to the water-soap method. But, is it ok to use a hand gel disinfectant that’s lying on your bedroom shelf for a long time? Will it be effective in killing all the germs? Let’s discuss. Do Hand Disinfectants Expire? The short answer is yes. So, it’s important to check the label carefully when buying a hand disinfectant . How does a hand disinfectant expire? Alcohol-based hand gel disinfectants have isopropyl or ethanol as a primary component. Additionally, they contain water or glycerin, which prevents skin dryness. Alcohol evaporates when it comes in contact with the air. Since disinfectants don’t come in air-tight bottles, the alcohol evaporation process starts after removing the seal. Over time, alcohol concentration in a hand gel disinfectant reduces, thus making it less potent. Do Expired Hand Disinfectants Still Work? Expired hand disinfectants are less...