Most of us are using hand sanitizer to protect ourselves and our loved ones from getting sick. Question is, are we using the right one (not just 60%, but the ingredients, too), using it at the right time and properly, and know its effectiveness and dangers? AARP put out a helpful article that answers these concerns. I’ll list their warnings and you should go to 7 Things to Know About Hand Sanitizer for details.
1.Hand sanitizer kills germs but doesn’t clean your hands.
2.Sanitizer trumps soap and water in certain situations.
3.Not all hand sanitizers are equal.
4.Sanitizing technique matters.
5.Cleaning products are not a substitute for hand sanitizer.
6.Hand sanitizer can be dangerous.
7.Hand sanitizer can be dangerous.
