Hand Soaps and Hand Sanitizers
Skin care products designed to clean and disinfect hands from germs, dirt, grease, and grime; available scented or unscented liquids, gels, wipes, and foams with or without moisturizers.
Hand hygiene and hand washing is often considered the single most important procedure for preventing the spread of germs and eliminating potentially dangerous chemical residue and particulates. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recommend that you use soap and water to wash your hands as often as possible.
Proper Hand-Washing Technique
- Wet hands with warm running water
- Apply enough soap to cover all surfaces
- Thoroughly wash all parts of hands and fingers up to the wrists, rubbing hands for at least 15 seconds
- Rinse hands under running water
- Dry thoroughly with paper towels
- Use paper towels to turn off faucet before discarding towel in the waste receptacle
Choosing Hand Soaps
All hand soaps contain surfactants and detergents that can help clean your hands. Some soaps are also considered “antibacterial” and contain chemicals like benzalkonium chloride, benzethonium chloride, and chloroxylenol that can kill bacteria on contact.
Using Hand Sanitizers
Hand sanitizers may not be as effective as soap and water when hands are visibly dirty or greasy. They may also not remove pesticides, heavy metals, or other harmful chemicals.
Use hand sanitizers and sanitizing wipes with an alcohol content between 60% and 95% when hand soap and water are not available. Make sure to use an adequate amount of sanitizer: read the label, apply the correct amount of product to the palm of one hand, rub the sanitizer over all your hands, and continue rubbing until your hands are completely dry.
Med Vet International McKesson Premium Hand Sanitizer, 70% Ethyl Alcohol Gel, 4 oz, Bottle, Summer Rain Scent, 53-28032-4, 24/Case
Hand Sanitizer McKesson Premium 4 oz. Ethyl Alcohol Gel Bottle The 4 oz McKesson premium hand sanitizer helps to minimize the spread of germs Its alcohol-based formula eliminates 99-percent of common bacteria The portable design offers convenience and ease of use in areas without access to soap and water This 70-percent ethyl alcohol hand sanitizer gel dispenses easily The gentle formula contains vitamin E, emollients and moisturizers A case contains 24 bottles
BEST SANITIZERS Smart-San Hand Sanitizer Foam is engineered to meet the tough requirements of repeated daily use while keeping hands soft and healthy. Effective against 30 pathogens. Available in 500ml pump bottle and 1.2L cartridge refill
Smart-San Hand Sanitizer Foam is engineered specifically to meet the tough requirements of repeated daily use while keeping hands soft and healthy. It is a powerful, yet gentle ethanol-based formula which has been tested and proven effective against 30 pathogens. Formulated with emollients to help enhance the skin's protective barrier while sanitizing. Available in 500ml pump bottle and 1.2L cartridge refill 12/CS
Grainger Sanitizer Wipes Citrus 8 inL 6 inW PK2
The PURELL Hand Sanitizer Wipes Soft Pack are alcohol-based hand sanitizing wipes that kill 99.99% of most common germs in 15 seconds. They are formulated with 70% ethyl alcohol and are gentle on skin. Each soft pack contains 100 sanitizing wipes that are 5 x 8 inches in size. The wipes are portable, fast-acting, and effective for sanitizing hands when soap and water are not available. They are ideal for use in healthcare, food service, education, travel, and other on-the-go settings. The wipes do not contain harsh chemicals and are safe for frequent use.
Med Vet International Hand Sanitizer Purell Advanced 1,200 mL Ethyl Alcohol Foaming Dispenser Refill Bottle, 1905-02, 2/Case
The Purell hand sanitizer 1200 milliliter refill option features a 70 percent ethyl alcohol formulation for high efficacy The foaming consistency sanitizes while remaining gentle on your skin The container uses the least amount of material possible and a removable pump for an easily recyclable product A removable dispenser pump makes refills more hygienic Purell Advanced hand sanitizer foam uses GOJO Sanitary Sealed™ technology to prevent foreign contaminants in your product It has a light fruit scent
Enterprise Technology Solutions Colgate-Palmolive Company Hand Soap, Liquid, Pear, Antibacterial, 11.25 oz, Green
This unique, antibacterial liquid hand soap contains moisturizers and gently cleans and protects, leaving your skin feeling soft and protected. It is clinically proven to eliminate 99.9 percent of bacteria (in a handwashing test vs. common harmful bacteria called s. Aureus and E. coli). Due to its unique formula, the pump should only be refilled with Softsoap Antibacterial Liquid Hand Soap. It is dermatologist-tested.
MSC PRO-SOURCE Dispenser Refill Soap, Foaming, Pink, Antibacterial, 1000 mL
This foaming antibacterial moisture wash is designed for use in compatible soap dispensers, providing effective hand hygiene with moisturizing properties.
- Pink liquid with grapefruit scent
- Contains antimicrobial agent benzalkonium chloride
- Solvent-free and moisturizing formulation
- Mild eye irritant
