[PDF] Alcohol-Free Hand Sanitizer 550mL - SEBO Canada

Does hand sanitizer work better with or without alcohol?

Some of the hand sanitizers made by the brands Purell and Germ-X rely on benzalkonium chloride instead of alcohol as the active ingredient. Such non-alcohol antiseptic products may not work as well for many types of germs, the CDC says, or may merely reduce the growth of germs rather than killing them. They may be better than nothing, experts say.

Is hand sanitizer good or bad?

When it comes to hand sanitizers, there are both good and bad points. One argument against the use of hand sanitizers is that the use of hand sanitizers can interfere with the building of adaptive immunity in children. Adaptive immunity is a function of the immune system that provides protection against previously infected parasites.

Is hand sanitizer actually bad for You?

Yes, excessive use of hand sanitizer is definitely harmful for your skin. In fact, my grand parents taught me, anything in excess is harmful or not good for us.

Are hand sanitizers actually harmful?

There is no proof that alcohol-based hand sanitizers and other antimicrobial products are harmful. They could theoretically lead to antibacterial resistance. That's the reason most often used to argue against using hand sanitizers. But that hasn't been proven.