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Posted on Sunday, October 12th, 2008 at 3:23 pm

An Evaluation Of Antibacterial Soap Vs Purell Hand Sanitizer

It has been shown that over 80% of the infections that people get are contracted from germs and bacteria on the hands. A person who has a cold and sneezes in their surroundings, wipes their face, shakes hands with someone, or answers a telephone, is leaving germs that are going to be passed to someone else. The need for hygiene has been well known for several years. In order to reduce the chance of E Coli being spread in restaurants, all service staff are required to use either antibacterial soap or Purell hand sanitizer.

When the need for consistent cleaning of the hands became more apparent, options were needed that provided quick and easy methods of killing germs without the need to “go” to a washroom or resorting to using disposable gloves. While antibacterial soap effectively kills germs, it requires water and a towel to be used. The convenience of a product like this one is a stand-alone product that makes it easier to use in any location.

Purell is a lightweight solution that is easy to use, affordable and kills germs on contact. Since it dries quickly without the need for a towel or water, it is ideal for children or grown-ups who are on the goal. With a sanitizer, 99.9% of germs are killed instantly and the bottle is very easy to include in a bag or backpack.

Having sanitizing systems that can be easily used in the office, home, or school is important in preventing germs from being spread and infections from contaminating food and people. When you compare cleaning systems it is important to make sure that any individuals with sensitivities to alcohol, the main ingredient in Purell have an alternative sanitizer available.

Triclosan or Chloroxylenol are the main ingredients in antibacterial soap which works fast, but not as fast as Purell. Most of the soaps contain extra moisturizers that protect the skin from dryness. While the alcohol-based sanitizer contains emollients, repeated and constant use can cause the skin to dry out and may cause cracking.

Soap comes in several different sizes and forms, such as liquid or bar. Purell is available in different sized containers that have a pump through which the solution is put on the hands. The sanitizing systems are used to a great extent in health care and food service facilities where they can be set in a frame which can be moved easily when needed. Unlike a soap dispenser, the Purell is in a recyclable plastic container that can be discarded when empty.

Many people have found that keeping the Purell sanitizer in their homes is more convenient than making family members wash their hands at a sink when they have been outside, touch something or use the telephone. Since it does not need a water source to be used and air-dries very quickly, there is no need to have a towel or water on hand for use, such as with antibacterial soap.

When you compare antibacterial soap vs. Purell hand sanitizer, considering the needs of yourself and your family will be important. An individual who has a tendency to catch colds or the flu easily will find that carrying a small bottle of Purell in their car, bag, and other places where you frequent, will be a great way to kill germs fast. This is a great product that will help lessen the use of disposable gloves in the household.
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