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Why does prolonged skin contact with isopropyl alcohol cause eczema and sensitivity?
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The alcohol: Isopropyl alcohol contains just that, alcohol. Alcohol is extremely drying and kills germs on your hands by disolving their membranes. Your cells have membranes too.
Answered 5/20/2018
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