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

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Dr. Pietro Seni
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Orthopedic Surgery 47 years experience
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.
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