Careful hygiene avoids many problems. This is why hand sanitizers have become very popular lately. The range of such products is quite large. The product is available in the form of sprays, wipes, soaps and gels. This allows you to purchase the product in a small package that fits perfectly in your purse. What's the difference?
Antiseptic: what is it?
Hand sanitizers contain many ingredients that can destroy disease-causing organisms that have accumulated on the surface of the skin. Most often, these products are called antiseptics. What is it? If you describe it in a nutshell, then the antiseptic is a disinfecting liquid. Its main purpose is to destroy and prevent the growth of pathogens.
Such substances have been known for a long time. These include hydrogen peroxide, iodine and brilliant green. Without such disinfectants for hands and other parts of the body, doctors did not risk performing surgery, since often an operation performed without antiseptics led to the death of the patient.
Application
Hand sanitizers are used by almost all he althcare workers. However, this is not the only area of use of such substances. Antiseptics are often used in the food industry, as well as in the manufacture of paints and varnishes, detergents, and so on.
In salons where manicure and pedicure are processed, as well as in hairdressing salons, they cannot do without such compounds. It is necessary to use disinfectants for cleaning hands and at home. More effective and convenient antiseptics have been created for daily use. They are called sanitizers. For some time now, such substances have been included in the list of mandatory personal hygiene products.
Composition of antiseptics
In medicine, hand sanitizers are used much more frequently. The main component of such a product is alcohol. Its concentration in such preparations is from 60%. As for the other components, in this regard, the compositions may vary. It depends on the manufacturer, as well as on the scope of their application. However, the alcohol base remains mandatory. In addition, the necessary components are propylene glycol and glycerin. They are also used in the food industry and medicine. Glycerin acts as a thickener, and propylene glycol is designed to disinfect the air.
Additional components of the composition
Antiseptic and hand sanitizers may contain additional additives. They often add:
- lactic acid;
- lavender, citrus fruit extracts, aloe vera and tea tree oil;
- variety of vitamins designed to improve the condition of the skin, such as vitamin A and E.
On sale you can find products that contain virtually no alcohol. They are intended for those who have very sensitive skin. Most often, such compounds are used in children's institutions, restaurants and cafes. Such antiseptics contain a minimum percentage of ethyl alcohol. S alt solution and some anti-allergenic synthetic substances are taken as the basis for their manufacture.
Varieties
Many varieties of hand sanitizers are produced today: dispenser, aerosol, solid, gel and liquid. You can buy formulations not only in a pharmacy, but also in any specialized store. For consumers, antiseptics are offered in the form:
- sprays;
- soap;
- napkins;
- gel.
Each of the forms has its own characteristics and advantages. In addition, its cost also depends on the type of product.
Spray
Spray antiseptic is the latest innovation from cosmetic companies. Its main purpose is the processing of hands. It can be used not only at home, but also in a cafe, office, street, medical facility and so on. Thanks to spraying, the agent covers large areas of the skin without formingthis film. However, it is worth considering that such substances can greatly dry the skin, as they contain a large amount of alcohol.
Protect hand spray is one of the most popular products. Its cost is 75-100 rubles. Emital also produces similar products. The cost of its products varies from 270 to 300 rubles.
Gel antiseptic
Another popular type of antiseptic and hand sanitizer is gel. Such a tool is much more convenient to store in an office desk shelf. It takes up little space. However, this form has some drawbacks. When in a hurry, too much or too little of the drug can be poured onto the hands. By negligence, a loose lid leads to damage to things or a bag.
The leading place among the products of this kind is occupied by Sanitelle antiseptic. Its cost is from 70 to 80 rubles per 50 ml jar. The second place is occupied by the tool "Velvet Hands". The cost of a bottle with the same volume is from 80 to 90 rubles.
Antibacterial soap
Disinfectant produced in this form is the most effective. However, it is designed for home use only. The most popular brands are Dettol and Safeguard. The approximate cost of one bar of soap is about 50 rubles. If necessary, you can purchase such an antiseptic in liquid form in a container with a dispenser. Such an attributeconvenient to use. Liquid soap with an antibacterial effect is a popular attribute in almost all bathrooms of restaurants and honey. institutions.
