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Antibacterial gels have become a widely used product that provides hygiene and safety. Unfortunately, many myths about them have been circulating, which in most cases is a effect of lack of knowledge or are promoted by unreliable manufacturers who want to profit from the current pandemic. Let’s learn about the facts and myths about antibacterial gels, so you can gain better understanding about hand disinfection.
The main active ingredient of most antibacterial gels is ethyl alcohol, which indeed has an antibacterial effect. In order for an antibacterial hand gel to be effective and have a virucidal effect on enveloped viruses, including coronavirus, it should have a minimum of 60% alcohol content. You should also be able to determine what is the difference between a biocidal product and an antibacterial gel which is a cosmetic. A biocidal product must have information about active sudstance on the label and also information about its bactericidal, fungicidal and virucidal effects. In most countries within EU biocidal product also have a specific permit number which has to be printed on the label. Hand disinfectant may also have information about the relevant EN standard confirming its effectiveness under the conditions specified in the standard. Antibacterial gel with less than 50% alcohol content, with information about the skincare effect on the packaging, is a cosmetic that can be used for hand cleansing and may support antibacterial activity.
Our hand disinfectant- Anti-Bacter™ – has a wide biocidal spectrum, which has been confirmed by clinical test results, and the product complies with stringent European standards in this field including: EN 14476, EN 13727, EN 1500, EN 13624. Anti-Bacter™ antibacterial hand gel and spray has bactericidal, fungicidal and virucidal effect. It is so effective thanks to up to 75% alcohol content and a formula enriched with glycerin and aloe.
The goal of any antibacterial hand gel is to disinfect and protect against viruses, but only in situations where you do not have access to running water, e.g. while traveling or in a public space. Regular hand washing with soap is crucial for your health protection and in the age of coronavirus should be performed several times a day. Effective hand washing should last at least 30 seconds.
Glycerin is a very popular ingredient of cosmetics because of its moisturizing properties – it is a reliable humectant. It alleviates the drying effect of ethyl alcohol. Glycerin affects skin moisturization. Chamomile is also a beneficial ingredient that is widely used in cosmetics. It contains substances that help alleviate skin irritations and accelerate skin regeneration. Aloe is known for soothing and nourishing effects which are beneficial for skin health. Aloe nourishes and moisturizes the skin and has a regenerating effect, strengthening its structure, which is why it is a frequent ingredient of antibacterial hand gels.
In order to maintain the highest safety measures during the coronavirus pandemic, one product should only be used by one owner. However, this rule does not apply to disinfection in offices, public buildings or shopping malls, where biocidal products are located next to entrances and are intended for collective disinfection.