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Regular use of hand sanitizers can prevent infections, but ingestion or improper use may lead to severe consequences. Most sanitizers contain ethanol or isopropyl alcohol as a primary ingredient and scents that might be appealing to kids. Some medical studies have shown that drinking alcohol-based hand sanitizer can result in low blood pressure, seizures, etc. Read on to learn more about the effects of swallowing a sanitizer and quick tips to use an eco-friendly hand sanitizer . Effects of Swallowing Hand Sanitizer Drinking a hand sanitizer can lead to various effects. The most common ones are vomiting and irritation in eyes. If the sanitizer is formulated with isopropyl alcohol, it may irritate the throat or stomach.  Some people may also experience cough, abdominal pain, seizures, and respiratory depression. Children can be at risk of alcohol poisoning when they ingest Eco-friendly hand sanitizer . Some of the alcohol poisoning symptoms include drowsiness, confusion, vomiting,...

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...

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...

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), “when soap and water are not readily available, use a hand sanitizer that contains at least 60% alcohol." The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approved a liquid hand sanitizer that includes 70% alcohol and claims to kill 99.9% of germs and bacteria. Any hand sanitizer that does not satisfy the 60 percent requirement, as well as anything containing methanol and 1-propanol, should be avoided. Each of these substances is extremely dangerous and should be avoided at all costs. Also keep in mind any sanitizers that use benzalkonium chloride instead of alcohol, which has been shown to be less effective at killing viruses and germs. You've become accustomed to all the other guys' hand sanitizers that you either pour or pump globs onto your hand that either sloppily run off to the side or entirely shoot out in the incorrect direction, coating an undesired region with your sanitizer instead. Not only that, but du...