Question 1

what is hand sanitizer made of?

Accepted Answer

Alcohol etc: Alcohol, water fragrance and other chemicals
dont eat or drink it you can get very sick.

Question 2

is it bad to use a lot of hand sanitizer ?

Accepted Answer

Dry skin: Sanitizers usually have some alcohol in them that can dry your skin , so use a moisturizer on a regular basis.

Question 3

can using hand sanitizer often be dangerous?

Accepted Answer

Not often: However, obsessing about germs can be unhealthy and the type of sanitizer can unduly expose you to certain chemicals. Speak to your doctor about your concerns.

Question 4

is it okay to put hand sanitizer in a deep cut?

Accepted Answer

Not recommended: Hand sanitizer has alcohol which can be toxic the tissues and flesh underneath the skin. (its not toxic to the top layer of skin)  usually best course of action for a deep cut is to stop the bleeding with direct pressure. Then if bleeding stops wash with gentle soap and water.  See a doctor to see if you need stitches.

Question 5

is putting purell hand sanitizer on cuts harmful?

Accepted Answer

No: Will sting, but won't cause harm. Similar to putting a disinfectant on a wound. It is then best to rinse it off with claen water.

Question 6

how many times can you use hand sanitizer in a day?

Accepted Answer

No limit: No limit.However you need to be aware that will dry-out you are hands and you need to rehydrate them with hand lotions, of course if you have certain skin condiitions you should not use them.

Question 7

why do some people warn against using hand sanitizer?

Accepted Answer

Ouch!: Besides the obvious discomfort from solutions that are usually alcohol based it is also damaging the exposed tissue.

Question 8

what is the definition or description of: hand sanitizer?

Accepted Answer

Sanitizer: A solution that cleans the hand. Usually alcohol based.

Question 9

can you clean your hand with a hand sanitizer before putting in contacts?

Accepted Answer

Yes: But make sure your hands are air dried before putting them in.

Question 10

is hand sanitizer a spermicide?

Accepted Answer

No: No it is mostly alcohol and will damage sensitive tissues and membranes and be toxic if absorbed in significant amounts so don't go there.

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