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I wash my hands so much that they have lots of cuts over. i'm wondering if germs can get through cuts? also does moisturising hands before washing still kill germs? also i'm worried i didn't use enough soap, is 1 pump of soap effective?
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Wash and moisturize: It is very likely you are drying out your skin with all the washing. TAnd open cuts can be a mode of entry for bacteria or germs.These days we are all handwashing alot to sanitize and eliminate the COVID virus. When you wash your hands, leave them slightly damp and apply a moisturizer to help seal in the moisture. Also try putting moistuirizer on your hands at night before you go to bed, You c
Answered 4/5/2020
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