#COLD_AND_FLU_REMEDIES

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If you love the healing feel of chest rub, this DIY vapor rub recipe is going to be your new favorite thing to reach for in cold and flu season. This soothing tincture has essential oils that can help you feel better faster—here’s how to make a batch of your own. Isn’t cold and flu season the worst? Your body is aching and stuffy, trying to rid your body of bad viruses and bacteria. Rather than take a bunch of medications that can also be harsh on the body, I opt for natural solutions. This chest rub is a natural way to relieve chest pain and feel good about what’s going on your body. It is similar to what you find at the pharmacy, but it’s a homemade recipe that has natural ingredients that you know and can pronounce. Here’s what I’ll be talking about today… Prepare for Cold and Flu Season Although I wash my hands frequently and spend a lot of time indoors, every now and then, I get a pretty rotten cold that puts me out of commission for a few days. While I do enjoy watching about 20 movies in a row (give or take), I do need a little bit of relief from the aches and pain that come from a bad cold or flu. Every year, I always do a quick inventory of my herbal medicine cabinet. It’s important to make sure I am well-stocked and prepared BEFORE the cold and flu season begins. There is nothing worse than running out of the things that make you feel good while you’re feeling bad! While I was doing my usual check, I really missed having a vapor rub for my chest. I didn’t want to purchase one, as I always aim to make the natural versions of pretty much everything (check out the Natural Skincare Series for more natural recipes). I thought that making my own DIY vapor rub might be just what the doctor ordered, so I tried a couple of variations until I came up with this perfect replica! The essential oils in this all-natural chest rub work wonders as a decongestant, so the next time you are so stuffed up that you can’t breathe, reach for a tin of this and rub it on your chest, under your nose, and/or on your feet (being sick is a great excuse to demand foot rubs from your loved ones). The blend of essential oils in this recipe will help clear the sinuses. The Power of Simple Ingredients Like most products sold at the pharmacy, there are a lot of ingredients in commercial vapor rubs that I can’t even pronounce. The base of most recipes is typically petroleum-based and often lists camphor as an ingredient (a synthetic derived from turpentine and menthol oil). I don’t know about you, but I don’t want those ingredients anywhere near my skin! Moisturize Skin To start this recipe, I knew I needed a good base. The olive and coconut oils work to deeply moisturize skin, which is often dry if you spend your sick days indoors, where the air is made drier by artificial heating systems. Plus if you have dry, painful skin under your nose from scratchy tissues, rubbing a dab of this on can help to relieve the discomfort. Coconut oil also has natural antibacterial and anti-fungal properties, which can only help when you’re fighting a cold. Skin is dry and irritated in the winter, so extra moisture is always appreciated. Perfect Blend of Essential Oils To clear the sinuses, I found the perfect blend of essential oils: peppermint, eucalyptus, rosemary, and lavender. Due to the menthol in peppermint, it is cooling and soothing, as well as being antibacterial and anti-inflammatory. Eucalyptus is antimicrobial and acts as an excellent expectorant, perfect for the lungs. Rosemary has many antioxidant properties and is also an anti-inflammatory. Last but not least, lavender is a well-known calming oil that can help soothe and promote sleep. Keep in mind that essential oils are powerful and not regulated like drugs are. Please use common sense with any recipe and know that “natural” doesn’t necessarily mean “gentle.” This recipe is homemade and works well for me and my family, but you should always test it on yourself before covering your whole body! You may have a reaction. Also, this recipe is for adults only, as some of the essential oils are not recommended for children. Together, the essential oils help to soothe and clear. Homemade Chest Vapor Rub Recipe This chest rub recipe is an absolute savior during the cold and flu season. I put it on morning, afternoon, and night to get some relief for my nose and lungs. Since it’s all-natural, you don’t have to worry about overdoing it, and it can be reapplied multiple times during the day. You’ll notice the effect it has on your sinuses even as you’re making it! This recipe makes 3 x 4 oz tins. Equipment Ingredients Make it! Melt the oils and wax over a double boiler or in a Turkish coffee pot on the stove. Be sure to stir it constantly and do not overheat. It should just melt, not cook. Add in your essential oils. Once mixed, pour the oil into metal tins and let set. Re-melt to add more essential oils if you want it a bit stronger. A Turkish coffee pot is ideal for making small batches of items, where you can pour directly from the pot into the container with the built-in spout. To Use Rub balm on your chest to help soothe congestion and cough. While designed for the chest, you can also rub it under your nose for a stuffy nose and sore skin from scratchy tissues. I also like to rub it on my feet (or have someone else do it)—the foot massage and tingling from the essential oils will feel good and distract you from your cold while the strong scent helps to ease congestion. If you want to gift these vapor rubs, add a custom label. FAQ About Using Vapor Rub How do you make menthol rub? Menthol is naturally derived and found in peppermint plants, as well as other mint plants. People love the qualities of mint because it offers a cooling sensation to the skin when applied, which can help reduce pain and inflammation.This vapor contains mint essential oil, so it will provide the same relief as menthol rub. If you want just mint, you can replace the lavender, rosemary, and eucalyptus essential oil in this recipe with more mint essential oil. What can I use instead of vapor rub? If you don’t like using vapor rub, I recommend a few other DIY recipes. The first is my cold and flu roll-on remedy. It uses the same essential oils (and then some) to give you that decongestion and soothing relief. It’s smaller, so it’s very travel-friendly.I also like to use eucalyptus shower steamers. Basically a bath bomb for the shower, the steamer slowly releases the powerful smell of eucalyptus, which helps decongest and refreshes you once you’re done with the shower. Can vapor rub help clogged ears? No research indicates that vapor rub can help with clogged ears and earaches. It is best to use products specifically designed for the ear. Putting products in your ear can cause more blockage and lead to infection. More Cold and Flue Remedies to Try All-Natural Chest Vapor Rub Recipe Rub this all-natural DIY vapor rub on your chest, below your nose, or on your feet for quick sinus relief during cold and flu season. Melt the oils and wax over a double boiler or in a Turkish coffee pot on the stove. Be sure to stir it constantly and do not overheat. It should just melt,not cook.Add in your essential oils.Pour into metal tins and let set.Re-melt to add more essential oils if you want it a bit stronger.Rub balm on your chest to help soothe congestion and cough, under your nose for a stuffy nose and sore skin from scratchy tissues, or on feet. Source link

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This DIY hand sanitizer takes only a few ingredients and just minutes to put together. This easy spray sanitizer recipe can be used on both hands and surfaces.  I’ve been seeing a lot of DIY hand sanitizer recipes popping up lately. Many of these are alcohol-based hand sanitizers made with isopropyl alcohol or even vodka. In the past years, I have researched the proper formulation of sanitizers quite a bit.  If you’ve seen my previous DIY hand sanitizer recipe, you’ll know that for years, I have been using natural and plant-based soaps and hand sanitizers to keep my hands clean and ward off germs for our family. Thankfully, this has been my regular practice since my son started preschool and came home with what seems like every virus known to man. It was pretty hard for me not to catch them all with a snuggly and snotty toddler, but once I started being diligent about handwashing and not touching my face with my hands, it reduced the viruses I caught by about 80%. So, let’s dive a little more into how to avoid getting sick, as well as this natural hand sanitizer recipe. This hand sanitizer recipe is quick and simple but effective. How to Wash Hands I know it may seem silly to address the how-to of washing hands, but there’s definitely a right and a wrong way to do it. First, I always use a natural soap. You won’t find antibacterial soaps in our house because I want to protect the natural microbial biome on our skin. Use a Nail Brush I do, however, include a nail brush in my hand washing. The hardest area of your hands to clean is underneath your nails. I use a soft brush like these. I also use a nail brush to hold my soap in the soap dish. This keeps them from sitting in a slimy, gloppy mess and allows the soap to dry and last longer. I bought a pack of 10 and gave many away as gifts, and I have four of them in my home, one in each bathroom, one in the garden sink, and one in the kitchen. Atop each one of these nail brushes is a bar of natural homemade soap. A nail brush is important to get in and around your nails. How to Dry Your Hands Properly After my hands have been lathered up and rinsed, I dry them well on a clean towel. During cold and flu season, I keep a set of washcloths beside the sink. They can be used once to dry hands then put into a laundry basket and washed before being used again. Alcohol-Free Hand Sanitizer When I’m out and about, I use my homemade aloe vera hand sanitizer made with thieves oil, a recipe I shared back in 2015. I shake it well every time and apply it liberally to my hands. Then I rub my hands together like I’m washing them and try to wipe them on a napkin or towel. This hand sanitizer does not claim to disinfect or kill viruses but instead simulates hand washing when there is no sink nearby. DIY Hand Sanitizer with Alcohol Let’s talk about alcohol. The recommendation is that the hand sanitizer formulation needs to be 60% alcohol in order to be effective. I’ve seen different recommendations ranging from 60% to 70%, so let’s use 70% of our baseline to be safe. This does NOT mean that your formulation needs to contain 70% as an ingredient. It means that 70% of the formulation needs to be alcohol. Vodka will not work in this application because it is only 40% alcohol. I’ve seen some formulations that include 70% isopropyl alcohol as just one ingredient in a formulation, but 70% isopropyl alcohol is 70% alcohol and 30% water (and other additives). On its own, 70% isopropyl alcohol meets the minimum requirements, but this means you can’t combine it with other ingredients in order to make an effective hand sanitizer spray. To make your own hand sanitizer, you need 99% isopropyl alcohol, and then you can add 29% of other ingredients like aloe vera, witch hazel, distilled water, hydrosol, and essential oils. You need to use 99% isopropyl alcohol to make hand sanitizer strong enough to kill germs and viruses. Is Isopropyl Alcohol Safe? Isopropyl alcohol is most commonly used for sterilization. I use a small amount when formulating lotions and other skincare products to clean my tools and containers. It can also be used in healthcare situations to clean wounds. In small amounts, there are usually no health issues; however, it can be toxic when inhaled or absorbed through the skin, and most definitely when ingested. Please DO NOT drink it, and if someone has, call medical help immediately. Breathing in the fumes in large amounts can also make you ill. According to the Skin Deep database, it has a safety rating of 2, meaning it is generally a safe ingredient, but it is noted that it can cause skin irritation. Using it on your hands will certainly cause dryness, and extended use could cause dermatitis rashes and cracking. So, if you plan to use a hand sanitizer with Isopropyl alcohol, please do so with caution and use it sparingly. Isopropyl alcohol is safe to use in small amounts. How to Make DIY Hand Sanitizer This is one of the easiest recipes to make. I love that this is a spray sanitizer, too—it makes it much easier to use on surfaces as well as hands. Before we get to the recipe, a quick disclaimer. All my homemade recipes, including this one, have not been tested by any third party and, as such, should always be used with caution. I recommend spot-testing this formulation before widespread use to ensure no adverse reactions. While I always do my best to provide useful information, any reliance you place on such information is strictly at your own risk. This post is not a substitute for medical, legal, or any other professional advice of any kind. Hand Sanitizer Materials This is what you need to make a 100 ml spray. If you want to make more, you can double the batch and divide it into different spray bottles. I like to keep one in my purse and one at home. If you have a diaper bag, you could stash one there as well. This is my favourite scent combo for hand sanitizer, but you can mix it up with different essential oils. Weigh Your Materials The only way to get a truly accurate measurement of the ingredients is to weigh them. A basic kitchen scale like this one is all you need. You’ll find it’s much easier than using measuring cups too. Weigh your materials for the best accuracy. Make it Using a funnel, add all of the ingredients to a 100ml bottle with an atomizer cap. Screw the lid back on, and then to combine the ingredients, simply shake well. Make sure to give it another vigorous shake each time before you use it as well. Whenever you use DIY hand sanitizer spray (or any spray sanitizer for your hands), spray your hands so they are fully covered, rub them together, then let them dry. Let hands fully dry after spraying your hand sanitizer. Hand Sanitizer FAQ What is the shelf life of DIY hand sanitizer? The alcohol in this recipe will make the shelf life indefinite. However, the other ingredients will start to lose effectiveness over time, so I recommend using it within three months. My ingredients won’t mix. Help! It takes some regular combining to keep the aloe and the alcohol together. I whisk the batch when I make it and then shake it every time I use it, and eventually, it bonds together. Mine doesn’t need shaking after I have been using it for a week.It could also be the type of aloe vera you’re using. I recommend the brand Lily of the Desert. Is the witch hazel and aloe vera necessary? I add witch hazel and aloe vera for skin-softening properties. Alcohol and essential oils alone can be harsh on the skin. More Helpful Natural Recipes DIY Hand Sanitizer Spray This DIY hand sanitizer takes only a few ingredients and just minutes to put together. This easy spray sanitizer recipe can be used on both hands and surfaces to keep yourself and others safe.  Shake well before using each time.  References Source link

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This DIY hand sanitizer takes only a few ingredients and just minutes to put together. This easy spray sanitizer recipe can be used on both hands and surfaces.  I’ve been seeing a lot of DIY hand sanitizer recipes popping up lately. Many of these are alcohol-based hand sanitizers made with isopropyl alcohol or even vodka. In the past years, I have researched the proper formulation of sanitizers quite a bit.  If you’ve seen my previous DIY hand sanitizer recipe, you’ll know that for years, I have been using natural and plant-based soaps and hand sanitizers to keep my hands clean and ward off germs for our family. Thankfully, this has been my regular practice since my son started preschool and came home with what seems like every virus known to man. It was pretty hard for me not to catch them all with a snuggly and snotty toddler, but once I started being diligent about handwashing and not touching my face with my hands, it reduced the viruses I caught by about 80%. So, let’s dive a little more into how to avoid getting sick, as well as this natural hand sanitizer recipe. This hand sanitizer recipe is quick and simple but effective. How to Wash Hands I know it may seem silly to address the how-to of washing hands, but there’s definitely a right and a wrong way to do it. First, I always use a natural soap. You won’t find antibacterial soaps in our house because I want to protect the natural microbial biome on our skin. Use a Nail Brush I do, however, include a nail brush in my hand washing. The hardest area of your hands to clean is underneath your nails. I use a soft brush like these. I also use a nail brush to hold my soap in the soap dish. This keeps them from sitting in a slimy, gloppy mess and allows the soap to dry and last longer. I bought a pack of 10 and gave many away as gifts, and I have four of them in my home, one in each bathroom, one in the garden sink, and one in the kitchen. Atop each one of these nail brushes is a bar of natural homemade soap. A nail brush is important to get in and around your nails. How to Dry Your Hands Properly After my hands have been lathered up and rinsed, I dry them well on a clean towel. During cold and flu season, I keep a set of washcloths beside the sink. They can be used once to dry hands then put into a laundry basket and washed before being used again. Alcohol-Free Hand Sanitizer When I’m out and about, I use my homemade aloe vera hand sanitizer made with thieves oil, a recipe I shared back in 2015. I shake it well every time and apply it liberally to my hands. Then I rub my hands together like I’m washing them and try to wipe them on a napkin or towel. This hand sanitizer does not claim to disinfect or kill viruses but instead simulates hand washing when there is no sink nearby. DIY Hand Sanitizer with Alcohol Let’s talk about alcohol. The recommendation is that the hand sanitizer formulation needs to be 60% alcohol in order to be effective. I’ve seen different recommendations ranging from 60% to 70%, so let’s use 70% of our baseline to be safe. This does NOT mean that your formulation needs to contain 70% as an ingredient. It means that 70% of the formulation needs to be alcohol. Vodka will not work in this application because it is only 40% alcohol. I’ve seen some formulations that include 70% isopropyl alcohol as just one ingredient in a formulation, but 70% isopropyl alcohol is 70% alcohol and 30% water (and other additives). On its own, 70% isopropyl alcohol meets the minimum requirements, but this means you can’t combine it with other ingredients in order to make an effective hand sanitizer spray. To make your own hand sanitizer, you need 99% isopropyl alcohol, and then you can add 29% of other ingredients like aloe vera, witch hazel, distilled water, hydrosol, and essential oils. You need to use 99% isopropyl alcohol to make hand sanitizer strong enough to kill germs and viruses. Is Isopropyl Alcohol Safe? Isopropyl alcohol is most commonly used for sterilization. I use a small amount when formulating lotions and other skincare products to clean my tools and containers. It can also be used in healthcare situations to clean wounds. In small amounts, there are usually no health issues; however, it can be toxic when inhaled or absorbed through the skin, and most definitely when ingested. Please DO NOT drink it, and if someone has, call medical help immediately. Breathing in the fumes in large amounts can also make you ill. According to the Skin Deep database, it has a safety rating of 2, meaning it is generally a safe ingredient, but it is noted that it can cause skin irritation. Using it on your hands will certainly cause dryness, and extended use could cause dermatitis rashes and cracking. So, if you plan to use a hand sanitizer with Isopropyl alcohol, please do so with caution and use it sparingly. Isopropyl alcohol is safe to use in small amounts. How to Make DIY Hand Sanitizer This is one of the easiest recipes to make. I love that this is a spray sanitizer, too—it makes it much easier to use on surfaces as well as hands. Before we get to the recipe, a quick disclaimer. All my homemade recipes, including this one, have not been tested by any third party and, as such, should always be used with caution. I recommend spot-testing this formulation before widespread use to ensure no adverse reactions. While I always do my best to provide useful information, any reliance you place on such information is strictly at your own risk. This post is not a substitute for medical, legal, or any other professional advice of any kind. Hand Sanitizer Materials This is what you need to make a 100 ml spray. If you want to make more, you can double the batch and divide it into different spray bottles. I like to keep one in my purse and one at home. If you have a diaper bag, you could stash one there as well. This is my favourite scent combo for hand sanitizer, but you can mix it up with different essential oils. Weigh Your Materials The only way to get a truly accurate measurement of the ingredients is to weigh them. A basic kitchen scale like this one is all you need. You’ll find it’s much easier than using measuring cups too. Weigh your materials for the best accuracy. Make it Using a funnel, add all of the ingredients to a 100ml bottle with an atomizer cap. Screw the lid back on, and then to combine the ingredients, simply shake well. Make sure to give it another vigorous shake each time before you use it as well. Whenever you use DIY hand sanitizer spray (or any spray sanitizer for your hands), spray your hands so they are fully covered, rub them together, then let them dry. Let hands fully dry after spraying your hand sanitizer. Hand Sanitizer FAQ What is the shelf life of DIY hand sanitizer? The alcohol in this recipe will make the shelf life indefinite. However, the other ingredients will start to lose effectiveness over time, so I recommend using it within three months. My ingredients won’t mix. Help! It takes some regular combining to keep the aloe and the alcohol together. I whisk the batch when I make it and then shake it every time I use it, and eventually, it bonds together. Mine doesn’t need shaking after I have been using it for a week.It could also be the type of aloe vera you’re using. I recommend the brand Lily of the Desert. Is the witch hazel and aloe vera necessary? I add witch hazel and aloe vera for skin-softening properties. Alcohol and essential oils alone can be harsh on the skin. More Helpful Natural Recipes DIY Hand Sanitizer Spray This DIY hand sanitizer takes only a few ingredients and just minutes to put together. This easy spray sanitizer recipe can be used on both hands and surfaces to keep yourself and others safe.  Shake well before using each time.  References Source link

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This DIY hand sanitizer takes only a few ingredients and just minutes to put together. This easy spray sanitizer recipe can be used on both hands and surfaces.  I’ve been seeing a lot of DIY hand sanitizer recipes popping up lately. Many of these are alcohol-based hand sanitizers made with isopropyl alcohol or even vodka. In the past years, I have researched the proper formulation of sanitizers quite a bit.  If you’ve seen my previous DIY hand sanitizer recipe, you’ll know that for years, I have been using natural and plant-based soaps and hand sanitizers to keep my hands clean and ward off germs for our family. Thankfully, this has been my regular practice since my son started preschool and came home with what seems like every virus known to man. It was pretty hard for me not to catch them all with a snuggly and snotty toddler, but once I started being diligent about handwashing and not touching my face with my hands, it reduced the viruses I caught by about 80%. So, let’s dive a little more into how to avoid getting sick, as well as this natural hand sanitizer recipe. This hand sanitizer recipe is quick and simple but effective. How to Wash Hands I know it may seem silly to address the how-to of washing hands, but there’s definitely a right and a wrong way to do it. First, I always use a natural soap. You won’t find antibacterial soaps in our house because I want to protect the natural microbial biome on our skin. Use a Nail Brush I do, however, include a nail brush in my hand washing. The hardest area of your hands to clean is underneath your nails. I use a soft brush like these. I also use a nail brush to hold my soap in the soap dish. This keeps them from sitting in a slimy, gloppy mess and allows the soap to dry and last longer. I bought a pack of 10 and gave many away as gifts, and I have four of them in my home, one in each bathroom, one in the garden sink, and one in the kitchen. Atop each one of these nail brushes is a bar of natural homemade soap. A nail brush is important to get in and around your nails. How to Dry Your Hands Properly After my hands have been lathered up and rinsed, I dry them well on a clean towel. During cold and flu season, I keep a set of washcloths beside the sink. They can be used once to dry hands then put into a laundry basket and washed before being used again. Alcohol-Free Hand Sanitizer When I’m out and about, I use my homemade aloe vera hand sanitizer made with thieves oil, a recipe I shared back in 2015. I shake it well every time and apply it liberally to my hands. Then I rub my hands together like I’m washing them and try to wipe them on a napkin or towel. This hand sanitizer does not claim to disinfect or kill viruses but instead simulates hand washing when there is no sink nearby. DIY Hand Sanitizer with Alcohol Let’s talk about alcohol. The recommendation is that the hand sanitizer formulation needs to be 60% alcohol in order to be effective. I’ve seen different recommendations ranging from 60% to 70%, so let’s use 70% of our baseline to be safe. This does NOT mean that your formulation needs to contain 70% as an ingredient. It means that 70% of the formulation needs to be alcohol. Vodka will not work in this application because it is only 40% alcohol. I’ve seen some formulations that include 70% isopropyl alcohol as just one ingredient in a formulation, but 70% isopropyl alcohol is 70% alcohol and 30% water (and other additives). On its own, 70% isopropyl alcohol meets the minimum requirements, but this means you can’t combine it with other ingredients in order to make an effective hand sanitizer spray. To make your own hand sanitizer, you need 99% isopropyl alcohol, and then you can add 29% of other ingredients like aloe vera, witch hazel, distilled water, hydrosol, and essential oils. You need to use 99% isopropyl alcohol to make hand sanitizer strong enough to kill germs and viruses. Is Isopropyl Alcohol Safe? Isopropyl alcohol is most commonly used for sterilization. I use a small amount when formulating lotions and other skincare products to clean my tools and containers. It can also be used in healthcare situations to clean wounds. In small amounts, there are usually no health issues; however, it can be toxic when inhaled or absorbed through the skin, and most definitely when ingested. Please DO NOT drink it, and if someone has, call medical help immediately. Breathing in the fumes in large amounts can also make you ill. According to the Skin Deep database, it has a safety rating of 2, meaning it is generally a safe ingredient, but it is noted that it can cause skin irritation. Using it on your hands will certainly cause dryness, and extended use could cause dermatitis rashes and cracking. So, if you plan to use a hand sanitizer with Isopropyl alcohol, please do so with caution and use it sparingly. Isopropyl alcohol is safe to use in small amounts. How to Make DIY Hand Sanitizer This is one of the easiest recipes to make. I love that this is a spray sanitizer, too—it makes it much easier to use on surfaces as well as hands. Before we get to the recipe, a quick disclaimer. All my homemade recipes, including this one, have not been tested by any third party and, as such, should always be used with caution. I recommend spot-testing this formulation before widespread use to ensure no adverse reactions. While I always do my best to provide useful information, any reliance you place on such information is strictly at your own risk. This post is not a substitute for medical, legal, or any other professional advice of any kind. Hand Sanitizer Materials This is what you need to make a 100 ml spray. If you want to make more, you can double the batch and divide it into different spray bottles. I like to keep one in my purse and one at home. If you have a diaper bag, you could stash one there as well. This is my favourite scent combo for hand sanitizer, but you can mix it up with different essential oils. Weigh Your Materials The only way to get a truly accurate measurement of the ingredients is to weigh them. A basic kitchen scale like this one is all you need. You’ll find it’s much easier than using measuring cups too. Weigh your materials for the best accuracy. Make it Using a funnel, add all of the ingredients to a 100ml bottle with an atomizer cap. Screw the lid back on, and then to combine the ingredients, simply shake well. Make sure to give it another vigorous shake each time before you use it as well. Whenever you use DIY hand sanitizer spray (or any spray sanitizer for your hands), spray your hands so they are fully covered, rub them together, then let them dry. Let hands fully dry after spraying your hand sanitizer. Hand Sanitizer FAQ What is the shelf life of DIY hand sanitizer? The alcohol in this recipe will make the shelf life indefinite. However, the other ingredients will start to lose effectiveness over time, so I recommend using it within three months. My ingredients won’t mix. Help! It takes some regular combining to keep the aloe and the alcohol together. I whisk the batch when I make it and then shake it every time I use it, and eventually, it bonds together. Mine doesn’t need shaking after I have been using it for a week.It could also be the type of aloe vera you’re using. I recommend the brand Lily of the Desert. Is the witch hazel and aloe vera necessary? I add witch hazel and aloe vera for skin-softening properties. Alcohol and essential oils alone can be harsh on the skin. More Helpful Natural Recipes DIY Hand Sanitizer Spray This DIY hand sanitizer takes only a few ingredients and just minutes to put together. This easy spray sanitizer recipe can be used on both hands and surfaces to keep yourself and others safe.  Shake well before using each time.  References Source link

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This DIY hand sanitizer takes only a few ingredients and just minutes to put together. This easy spray sanitizer recipe can be used on both hands and surfaces.  I’ve been seeing a lot of DIY hand sanitizer recipes popping up lately. Many of these are alcohol-based hand sanitizers made with isopropyl alcohol or even vodka. In the past years, I have researched the proper formulation of sanitizers quite a bit.  If you’ve seen my previous DIY hand sanitizer recipe, you’ll know that for years, I have been using natural and plant-based soaps and hand sanitizers to keep my hands clean and ward off germs for our family. Thankfully, this has been my regular practice since my son started preschool and came home with what seems like every virus known to man. It was pretty hard for me not to catch them all with a snuggly and snotty toddler, but once I started being diligent about handwashing and not touching my face with my hands, it reduced the viruses I caught by about 80%. So, let’s dive a little more into how to avoid getting sick, as well as this natural hand sanitizer recipe. This hand sanitizer recipe is quick and simple but effective. How to Wash Hands I know it may seem silly to address the how-to of washing hands, but there’s definitely a right and a wrong way to do it. First, I always use a natural soap. You won’t find antibacterial soaps in our house because I want to protect the natural microbial biome on our skin. Use a Nail Brush I do, however, include a nail brush in my hand washing. The hardest area of your hands to clean is underneath your nails. I use a soft brush like these. I also use a nail brush to hold my soap in the soap dish. This keeps them from sitting in a slimy, gloppy mess and allows the soap to dry and last longer. I bought a pack of 10 and gave many away as gifts, and I have four of them in my home, one in each bathroom, one in the garden sink, and one in the kitchen. Atop each one of these nail brushes is a bar of natural homemade soap. A nail brush is important to get in and around your nails. How to Dry Your Hands Properly After my hands have been lathered up and rinsed, I dry them well on a clean towel. During cold and flu season, I keep a set of washcloths beside the sink. They can be used once to dry hands then put into a laundry basket and washed before being used again. Alcohol-Free Hand Sanitizer When I’m out and about, I use my homemade aloe vera hand sanitizer made with thieves oil, a recipe I shared back in 2015. I shake it well every time and apply it liberally to my hands. Then I rub my hands together like I’m washing them and try to wipe them on a napkin or towel. This hand sanitizer does not claim to disinfect or kill viruses but instead simulates hand washing when there is no sink nearby. DIY Hand Sanitizer with Alcohol Let’s talk about alcohol. The recommendation is that the hand sanitizer formulation needs to be 60% alcohol in order to be effective. I’ve seen different recommendations ranging from 60% to 70%, so let’s use 70% of our baseline to be safe. This does NOT mean that your formulation needs to contain 70% as an ingredient. It means that 70% of the formulation needs to be alcohol. Vodka will not work in this application because it is only 40% alcohol. I’ve seen some formulations that include 70% isopropyl alcohol as just one ingredient in a formulation, but 70% isopropyl alcohol is 70% alcohol and 30% water (and other additives). On its own, 70% isopropyl alcohol meets the minimum requirements, but this means you can’t combine it with other ingredients in order to make an effective hand sanitizer spray. To make your own hand sanitizer, you need 99% isopropyl alcohol, and then you can add 29% of other ingredients like aloe vera, witch hazel, distilled water, hydrosol, and essential oils. You need to use 99% isopropyl alcohol to make hand sanitizer strong enough to kill germs and viruses. Is Isopropyl Alcohol Safe? Isopropyl alcohol is most commonly used for sterilization. I use a small amount when formulating lotions and other skincare products to clean my tools and containers. It can also be used in healthcare situations to clean wounds. In small amounts, there are usually no health issues; however, it can be toxic when inhaled or absorbed through the skin, and most definitely when ingested. Please DO NOT drink it, and if someone has, call medical help immediately. Breathing in the fumes in large amounts can also make you ill. According to the Skin Deep database, it has a safety rating of 2, meaning it is generally a safe ingredient, but it is noted that it can cause skin irritation. Using it on your hands will certainly cause dryness, and extended use could cause dermatitis rashes and cracking. So, if you plan to use a hand sanitizer with Isopropyl alcohol, please do so with caution and use it sparingly. Isopropyl alcohol is safe to use in small amounts. How to Make DIY Hand Sanitizer This is one of the easiest recipes to make. I love that this is a spray sanitizer, too—it makes it much easier to use on surfaces as well as hands. Before we get to the recipe, a quick disclaimer. All my homemade recipes, including this one, have not been tested by any third party and, as such, should always be used with caution. I recommend spot-testing this formulation before widespread use to ensure no adverse reactions. While I always do my best to provide useful information, any reliance you place on such information is strictly at your own risk. This post is not a substitute for medical, legal, or any other professional advice of any kind. Hand Sanitizer Materials This is what you need to make a 100 ml spray. If you want to make more, you can double the batch and divide it into different spray bottles. I like to keep one in my purse and one at home. If you have a diaper bag, you could stash one there as well. This is my favourite scent combo for hand sanitizer, but you can mix it up with different essential oils. Weigh Your Materials The only way to get a truly accurate measurement of the ingredients is to weigh them. A basic kitchen scale like this one is all you need. You’ll find it’s much easier than using measuring cups too. Weigh your materials for the best accuracy. Make it Using a funnel, add all of the ingredients to a 100ml bottle with an atomizer cap. Screw the lid back on, and then to combine the ingredients, simply shake well. Make sure to give it another vigorous shake each time before you use it as well. Whenever you use DIY hand sanitizer spray (or any spray sanitizer for your hands), spray your hands so they are fully covered, rub them together, then let them dry. Let hands fully dry after spraying your hand sanitizer. Hand Sanitizer FAQ What is the shelf life of DIY hand sanitizer? The alcohol in this recipe will make the shelf life indefinite. However, the other ingredients will start to lose effectiveness over time, so I recommend using it within three months. My ingredients won’t mix. Help! It takes some regular combining to keep the aloe and the alcohol together. I whisk the batch when I make it and then shake it every time I use it, and eventually, it bonds together. Mine doesn’t need shaking after I have been using it for a week.It could also be the type of aloe vera you’re using. I recommend the brand Lily of the Desert. Is the witch hazel and aloe vera necessary? I add witch hazel and aloe vera for skin-softening properties. Alcohol and essential oils alone can be harsh on the skin. More Helpful Natural Recipes DIY Hand Sanitizer Spray This DIY hand sanitizer takes only a few ingredients and just minutes to put together. This easy spray sanitizer recipe can be used on both hands and surfaces to keep yourself and others safe.  Shake well before using each time.  References Source link

[romaleen]

This DIY hand sanitizer takes only a few ingredients and just minutes to put together. This easy spray sanitizer recipe can be used on both hands and surfaces.  I’ve been seeing a lot of DIY hand sanitizer recipes popping up lately. Many of these are alcohol-based hand sanitizers made with isopropyl alcohol or even vodka. In the past years, I have researched the proper formulation of sanitizers quite a bit.  If you’ve seen my previous DIY hand sanitizer recipe, you’ll know that for years, I have been using natural and plant-based soaps and hand sanitizers to keep my hands clean and ward off germs for our family. Thankfully, this has been my regular practice since my son started preschool and came home with what seems like every virus known to man. It was pretty hard for me not to catch them all with a snuggly and snotty toddler, but once I started being diligent about handwashing and not touching my face with my hands, it reduced the viruses I caught by about 80%. So, let’s dive a little more into how to avoid getting sick, as well as this natural hand sanitizer recipe. This hand sanitizer recipe is quick and simple but effective. How to Wash Hands I know it may seem silly to address the how-to of washing hands, but there’s definitely a right and a wrong way to do it. First, I always use a natural soap. You won’t find antibacterial soaps in our house because I want to protect the natural microbial biome on our skin. Use a Nail Brush I do, however, include a nail brush in my hand washing. The hardest area of your hands to clean is underneath your nails. I use a soft brush like these. I also use a nail brush to hold my soap in the soap dish. This keeps them from sitting in a slimy, gloppy mess and allows the soap to dry and last longer. I bought a pack of 10 and gave many away as gifts, and I have four of them in my home, one in each bathroom, one in the garden sink, and one in the kitchen. Atop each one of these nail brushes is a bar of natural homemade soap. A nail brush is important to get in and around your nails. How to Dry Your Hands Properly After my hands have been lathered up and rinsed, I dry them well on a clean towel. During cold and flu season, I keep a set of washcloths beside the sink. They can be used once to dry hands then put into a laundry basket and washed before being used again. Alcohol-Free Hand Sanitizer When I’m out and about, I use my homemade aloe vera hand sanitizer made with thieves oil, a recipe I shared back in 2015. I shake it well every time and apply it liberally to my hands. Then I rub my hands together like I’m washing them and try to wipe them on a napkin or towel. This hand sanitizer does not claim to disinfect or kill viruses but instead simulates hand washing when there is no sink nearby. DIY Hand Sanitizer with Alcohol Let’s talk about alcohol. The recommendation is that the hand sanitizer formulation needs to be 60% alcohol in order to be effective. I’ve seen different recommendations ranging from 60% to 70%, so let’s use 70% of our baseline to be safe. This does NOT mean that your formulation needs to contain 70% as an ingredient. It means that 70% of the formulation needs to be alcohol. Vodka will not work in this application because it is only 40% alcohol. I’ve seen some formulations that include 70% isopropyl alcohol as just one ingredient in a formulation, but 70% isopropyl alcohol is 70% alcohol and 30% water (and other additives). On its own, 70% isopropyl alcohol meets the minimum requirements, but this means you can’t combine it with other ingredients in order to make an effective hand sanitizer spray. To make your own hand sanitizer, you need 99% isopropyl alcohol, and then you can add 29% of other ingredients like aloe vera, witch hazel, distilled water, hydrosol, and essential oils. You need to use 99% isopropyl alcohol to make hand sanitizer strong enough to kill germs and viruses. Is Isopropyl Alcohol Safe? Isopropyl alcohol is most commonly used for sterilization. I use a small amount when formulating lotions and other skincare products to clean my tools and containers. It can also be used in healthcare situations to clean wounds. In small amounts, there are usually no health issues; however, it can be toxic when inhaled or absorbed through the skin, and most definitely when ingested. Please DO NOT drink it, and if someone has, call medical help immediately. Breathing in the fumes in large amounts can also make you ill. According to the Skin Deep database, it has a safety rating of 2, meaning it is generally a safe ingredient, but it is noted that it can cause skin irritation. Using it on your hands will certainly cause dryness, and extended use could cause dermatitis rashes and cracking. So, if you plan to use a hand sanitizer with Isopropyl alcohol, please do so with caution and use it sparingly. Isopropyl alcohol is safe to use in small amounts. How to Make DIY Hand Sanitizer This is one of the easiest recipes to make. I love that this is a spray sanitizer, too—it makes it much easier to use on surfaces as well as hands. Before we get to the recipe, a quick disclaimer. All my homemade recipes, including this one, have not been tested by any third party and, as such, should always be used with caution. I recommend spot-testing this formulation before widespread use to ensure no adverse reactions. While I always do my best to provide useful information, any reliance you place on such information is strictly at your own risk. This post is not a substitute for medical, legal, or any other professional advice of any kind. Hand Sanitizer Materials This is what you need to make a 100 ml spray. If you want to make more, you can double the batch and divide it into different spray bottles. I like to keep one in my purse and one at home. If you have a diaper bag, you could stash one there as well. This is my favourite scent combo for hand sanitizer, but you can mix it up with different essential oils. Weigh Your Materials The only way to get a truly accurate measurement of the ingredients is to weigh them. A basic kitchen scale like this one is all you need. You’ll find it’s much easier than using measuring cups too. Weigh your materials for the best accuracy. Make it Using a funnel, add all of the ingredients to a 100ml bottle with an atomizer cap. Screw the lid back on, and then to combine the ingredients, simply shake well. Make sure to give it another vigorous shake each time before you use it as well. Whenever you use DIY hand sanitizer spray (or any spray sanitizer for your hands), spray your hands so they are fully covered, rub them together, then let them dry. Let hands fully dry after spraying your hand sanitizer. Hand Sanitizer FAQ What is the shelf life of DIY hand sanitizer? The alcohol in this recipe will make the shelf life indefinite. However, the other ingredients will start to lose effectiveness over time, so I recommend using it within three months. My ingredients won’t mix. Help! It takes some regular combining to keep the aloe and the alcohol together. I whisk the batch when I make it and then shake it every time I use it, and eventually, it bonds together. Mine doesn’t need shaking after I have been using it for a week.It could also be the type of aloe vera you’re using. I recommend the brand Lily of the Desert. Is the witch hazel and aloe vera necessary? I add witch hazel and aloe vera for skin-softening properties. Alcohol and essential oils alone can be harsh on the skin. More Helpful Natural Recipes DIY Hand Sanitizer Spray This DIY hand sanitizer takes only a few ingredients and just minutes to put together. This easy spray sanitizer recipe can be used on both hands and surfaces to keep yourself and others safe.  Shake well before using each time.  References Source link

[monaleen101]

This DIY hand sanitizer takes only a few ingredients and just minutes to put together. This easy spray sanitizer recipe can be used on both hands and surfaces.  I’ve been seeing a lot of DIY hand sanitizer recipes popping up lately. Many of these are alcohol-based hand sanitizers made with isopropyl alcohol or even vodka. In the past years, I have researched the proper formulation of sanitizers quite a bit.  If you’ve seen my previous DIY hand sanitizer recipe, you’ll know that for years, I have been using natural and plant-based soaps and hand sanitizers to keep my hands clean and ward off germs for our family. Thankfully, this has been my regular practice since my son started preschool and came home with what seems like every virus known to man. It was pretty hard for me not to catch them all with a snuggly and snotty toddler, but once I started being diligent about handwashing and not touching my face with my hands, it reduced the viruses I caught by about 80%. So, let’s dive a little more into how to avoid getting sick, as well as this natural hand sanitizer recipe. This hand sanitizer recipe is quick and simple but effective. How to Wash Hands I know it may seem silly to address the how-to of washing hands, but there’s definitely a right and a wrong way to do it. First, I always use a natural soap. You won’t find antibacterial soaps in our house because I want to protect the natural microbial biome on our skin. Use a Nail Brush I do, however, include a nail brush in my hand washing. The hardest area of your hands to clean is underneath your nails. I use a soft brush like these. I also use a nail brush to hold my soap in the soap dish. This keeps them from sitting in a slimy, gloppy mess and allows the soap to dry and last longer. I bought a pack of 10 and gave many away as gifts, and I have four of them in my home, one in each bathroom, one in the garden sink, and one in the kitchen. Atop each one of these nail brushes is a bar of natural homemade soap. A nail brush is important to get in and around your nails. How to Dry Your Hands Properly After my hands have been lathered up and rinsed, I dry them well on a clean towel. During cold and flu season, I keep a set of washcloths beside the sink. They can be used once to dry hands then put into a laundry basket and washed before being used again. Alcohol-Free Hand Sanitizer When I’m out and about, I use my homemade aloe vera hand sanitizer made with thieves oil, a recipe I shared back in 2015. I shake it well every time and apply it liberally to my hands. Then I rub my hands together like I’m washing them and try to wipe them on a napkin or towel. This hand sanitizer does not claim to disinfect or kill viruses but instead simulates hand washing when there is no sink nearby. DIY Hand Sanitizer with Alcohol Let’s talk about alcohol. The recommendation is that the hand sanitizer formulation needs to be 60% alcohol in order to be effective. I’ve seen different recommendations ranging from 60% to 70%, so let’s use 70% of our baseline to be safe. This does NOT mean that your formulation needs to contain 70% as an ingredient. It means that 70% of the formulation needs to be alcohol. Vodka will not work in this application because it is only 40% alcohol. I’ve seen some formulations that include 70% isopropyl alcohol as just one ingredient in a formulation, but 70% isopropyl alcohol is 70% alcohol and 30% water (and other additives). On its own, 70% isopropyl alcohol meets the minimum requirements, but this means you can’t combine it with other ingredients in order to make an effective hand sanitizer spray. To make your own hand sanitizer, you need 99% isopropyl alcohol, and then you can add 29% of other ingredients like aloe vera, witch hazel, distilled water, hydrosol, and essential oils. You need to use 99% isopropyl alcohol to make hand sanitizer strong enough to kill germs and viruses. Is Isopropyl Alcohol Safe? Isopropyl alcohol is most commonly used for sterilization. I use a small amount when formulating lotions and other skincare products to clean my tools and containers. It can also be used in healthcare situations to clean wounds. In small amounts, there are usually no health issues; however, it can be toxic when inhaled or absorbed through the skin, and most definitely when ingested. Please DO NOT drink it, and if someone has, call medical help immediately. Breathing in the fumes in large amounts can also make you ill. According to the Skin Deep database, it has a safety rating of 2, meaning it is generally a safe ingredient, but it is noted that it can cause skin irritation. Using it on your hands will certainly cause dryness, and extended use could cause dermatitis rashes and cracking. So, if you plan to use a hand sanitizer with Isopropyl alcohol, please do so with caution and use it sparingly. Isopropyl alcohol is safe to use in small amounts. How to Make DIY Hand Sanitizer This is one of the easiest recipes to make. I love that this is a spray sanitizer, too—it makes it much easier to use on surfaces as well as hands. Before we get to the recipe, a quick disclaimer. All my homemade recipes, including this one, have not been tested by any third party and, as such, should always be used with caution. I recommend spot-testing this formulation before widespread use to ensure no adverse reactions. While I always do my best to provide useful information, any reliance you place on such information is strictly at your own risk. This post is not a substitute for medical, legal, or any other professional advice of any kind. Hand Sanitizer Materials This is what you need to make a 100 ml spray. If you want to make more, you can double the batch and divide it into different spray bottles. I like to keep one in my purse and one at home. If you have a diaper bag, you could stash one there as well. This is my favourite scent combo for hand sanitizer, but you can mix it up with different essential oils. Weigh Your Materials The only way to get a truly accurate measurement of the ingredients is to weigh them. A basic kitchen scale like this one is all you need. You’ll find it’s much easier than using measuring cups too. Weigh your materials for the best accuracy. Make it Using a funnel, add all of the ingredients to a 100ml bottle with an atomizer cap. Screw the lid back on, and then to combine the ingredients, simply shake well. Make sure to give it another vigorous shake each time before you use it as well. Whenever you use DIY hand sanitizer spray (or any spray sanitizer for your hands), spray your hands so they are fully covered, rub them together, then let them dry. Let hands fully dry after spraying your hand sanitizer. Hand Sanitizer FAQ What is the shelf life of DIY hand sanitizer? The alcohol in this recipe will make the shelf life indefinite. However, the other ingredients will start to lose effectiveness over time, so I recommend using it within three months. My ingredients won’t mix. Help! It takes some regular combining to keep the aloe and the alcohol together. I whisk the batch when I make it and then shake it every time I use it, and eventually, it bonds together. Mine doesn’t need shaking after I have been using it for a week.It could also be the type of aloe vera you’re using. I recommend the brand Lily of the Desert. Is the witch hazel and aloe vera necessary? I add witch hazel and aloe vera for skin-softening properties. Alcohol and essential oils alone can be harsh on the skin. More Helpful Natural Recipes DIY Hand Sanitizer Spray This DIY hand sanitizer takes only a few ingredients and just minutes to put together. This easy spray sanitizer recipe can be used on both hands and surfaces to keep yourself and others safe.  Shake well before using each time.  References Source link

[iamownerofme]

This DIY hand sanitizer takes only a few ingredients and just minutes to put together. This easy spray sanitizer recipe can be used on both hands and surfaces.  I’ve been seeing a lot of DIY hand sanitizer recipes popping up lately. Many of these are alcohol-based hand sanitizers made with isopropyl alcohol or even vodka. In the past years, I have researched the proper formulation of sanitizers quite a bit.  If you’ve seen my previous DIY hand sanitizer recipe, you’ll know that for years, I have been using natural and plant-based soaps and hand sanitizers to keep my hands clean and ward off germs for our family. Thankfully, this has been my regular practice since my son started preschool and came home with what seems like every virus known to man. It was pretty hard for me not to catch them all with a snuggly and snotty toddler, but once I started being diligent about handwashing and not touching my face with my hands, it reduced the viruses I caught by about 80%. So, let’s dive a little more into how to avoid getting sick, as well as this natural hand sanitizer recipe. This hand sanitizer recipe is quick and simple but effective. How to Wash Hands I know it may seem silly to address the how-to of washing hands, but there’s definitely a right and a wrong way to do it. First, I always use a natural soap. You won’t find antibacterial soaps in our house because I want to protect the natural microbial biome on our skin. Use a Nail Brush I do, however, include a nail brush in my hand washing. The hardest area of your hands to clean is underneath your nails. I use a soft brush like these. I also use a nail brush to hold my soap in the soap dish. This keeps them from sitting in a slimy, gloppy mess and allows the soap to dry and last longer. I bought a pack of 10 and gave many away as gifts, and I have four of them in my home, one in each bathroom, one in the garden sink, and one in the kitchen. Atop each one of these nail brushes is a bar of natural homemade soap. A nail brush is important to get in and around your nails. How to Dry Your Hands Properly After my hands have been lathered up and rinsed, I dry them well on a clean towel. During cold and flu season, I keep a set of washcloths beside the sink. They can be used once to dry hands then put into a laundry basket and washed before being used again. Alcohol-Free Hand Sanitizer When I’m out and about, I use my homemade aloe vera hand sanitizer made with thieves oil, a recipe I shared back in 2015. I shake it well every time and apply it liberally to my hands. Then I rub my hands together like I’m washing them and try to wipe them on a napkin or towel. This hand sanitizer does not claim to disinfect or kill viruses but instead simulates hand washing when there is no sink nearby. DIY Hand Sanitizer with Alcohol Let’s talk about alcohol. The recommendation is that the hand sanitizer formulation needs to be 60% alcohol in order to be effective. I’ve seen different recommendations ranging from 60% to 70%, so let’s use 70% of our baseline to be safe. This does NOT mean that your formulation needs to contain 70% as an ingredient. It means that 70% of the formulation needs to be alcohol. Vodka will not work in this application because it is only 40% alcohol. I’ve seen some formulations that include 70% isopropyl alcohol as just one ingredient in a formulation, but 70% isopropyl alcohol is 70% alcohol and 30% water (and other additives). On its own, 70% isopropyl alcohol meets the minimum requirements, but this means you can’t combine it with other ingredients in order to make an effective hand sanitizer spray. To make your own hand sanitizer, you need 99% isopropyl alcohol, and then you can add 29% of other ingredients like aloe vera, witch hazel, distilled water, hydrosol, and essential oils. You need to use 99% isopropyl alcohol to make hand sanitizer strong enough to kill germs and viruses. Is Isopropyl Alcohol Safe? Isopropyl alcohol is most commonly used for sterilization. I use a small amount when formulating lotions and other skincare products to clean my tools and containers. It can also be used in healthcare situations to clean wounds. In small amounts, there are usually no health issues; however, it can be toxic when inhaled or absorbed through the skin, and most definitely when ingested. Please DO NOT drink it, and if someone has, call medical help immediately. Breathing in the fumes in large amounts can also make you ill. According to the Skin Deep database, it has a safety rating of 2, meaning it is generally a safe ingredient, but it is noted that it can cause skin irritation. Using it on your hands will certainly cause dryness, and extended use could cause dermatitis rashes and cracking. So, if you plan to use a hand sanitizer with Isopropyl alcohol, please do so with caution and use it sparingly. Isopropyl alcohol is safe to use in small amounts. How to Make DIY Hand Sanitizer This is one of the easiest recipes to make. I love that this is a spray sanitizer, too—it makes it much easier to use on surfaces as well as hands. Before we get to the recipe, a quick disclaimer. All my homemade recipes, including this one, have not been tested by any third party and, as such, should always be used with caution. I recommend spot-testing this formulation before widespread use to ensure no adverse reactions. While I always do my best to provide useful information, any reliance you place on such information is strictly at your own risk. This post is not a substitute for medical, legal, or any other professional advice of any kind. Hand Sanitizer Materials This is what you need to make a 100 ml spray. If you want to make more, you can double the batch and divide it into different spray bottles. I like to keep one in my purse and one at home. If you have a diaper bag, you could stash one there as well. This is my favourite scent combo for hand sanitizer, but you can mix it up with different essential oils. Weigh Your Materials The only way to get a truly accurate measurement of the ingredients is to weigh them. A basic kitchen scale like this one is all you need. You’ll find it’s much easier than using measuring cups too. Weigh your materials for the best accuracy. Make it Using a funnel, add all of the ingredients to a 100ml bottle with an atomizer cap. Screw the lid back on, and then to combine the ingredients, simply shake well. Make sure to give it another vigorous shake each time before you use it as well. Whenever you use DIY hand sanitizer spray (or any spray sanitizer for your hands), spray your hands so they are fully covered, rub them together, then let them dry. Let hands fully dry after spraying your hand sanitizer. Hand Sanitizer FAQ What is the shelf life of DIY hand sanitizer? The alcohol in this recipe will make the shelf life indefinite. However, the other ingredients will start to lose effectiveness over time, so I recommend using it within three months. My ingredients won’t mix. Help! It takes some regular combining to keep the aloe and the alcohol together. I whisk the batch when I make it and then shake it every time I use it, and eventually, it bonds together. Mine doesn’t need shaking after I have been using it for a week.It could also be the type of aloe vera you’re using. I recommend the brand Lily of the Desert. Is the witch hazel and aloe vera necessary? I add witch hazel and aloe vera for skin-softening properties. Alcohol and essential oils alone can be harsh on the skin. More Helpful Natural Recipes DIY Hand Sanitizer Spray This DIY hand sanitizer takes only a few ingredients and just minutes to put together. This easy spray sanitizer recipe can be used on both hands and surfaces to keep yourself and others safe.  Shake well before using each time.  References Source link

[shelyold]

This DIY hand sanitizer takes only a few ingredients and just minutes to put together. This easy spray sanitizer recipe can be used on both hands and surfaces.  I’ve been seeing a lot of DIY hand sanitizer recipes popping up lately. Many of these are alcohol-based hand sanitizers made with isopropyl alcohol or even vodka. In the past years, I have researched the proper formulation of sanitizers quite a bit.  If you’ve seen my previous DIY hand sanitizer recipe, you’ll know that for years, I have been using natural and plant-based soaps and hand sanitizers to keep my hands clean and ward off germs for our family. Thankfully, this has been my regular practice since my son started preschool and came home with what seems like every virus known to man. It was pretty hard for me not to catch them all with a snuggly and snotty toddler, but once I started being diligent about handwashing and not touching my face with my hands, it reduced the viruses I caught by about 80%. So, let’s dive a little more into how to avoid getting sick, as well as this natural hand sanitizer recipe. This hand sanitizer recipe is quick and simple but effective. How to Wash Hands I know it may seem silly to address the how-to of washing hands, but there’s definitely a right and a wrong way to do it. First, I always use a natural soap. You won’t find antibacterial soaps in our house because I want to protect the natural microbial biome on our skin. Use a Nail Brush I do, however, include a nail brush in my hand washing. The hardest area of your hands to clean is underneath your nails. I use a soft brush like these. I also use a nail brush to hold my soap in the soap dish. This keeps them from sitting in a slimy, gloppy mess and allows the soap to dry and last longer. I bought a pack of 10 and gave many away as gifts, and I have four of them in my home, one in each bathroom, one in the garden sink, and one in the kitchen. Atop each one of these nail brushes is a bar of natural homemade soap. A nail brush is important to get in and around your nails. How to Dry Your Hands Properly After my hands have been lathered up and rinsed, I dry them well on a clean towel. During cold and flu season, I keep a set of washcloths beside the sink. They can be used once to dry hands then put into a laundry basket and washed before being used again. Alcohol-Free Hand Sanitizer When I’m out and about, I use my homemade aloe vera hand sanitizer made with thieves oil, a recipe I shared back in 2015. I shake it well every time and apply it liberally to my hands. Then I rub my hands together like I’m washing them and try to wipe them on a napkin or towel. This hand sanitizer does not claim to disinfect or kill viruses but instead simulates hand washing when there is no sink nearby. DIY Hand Sanitizer with Alcohol Let’s talk about alcohol. The recommendation is that the hand sanitizer formulation needs to be 60% alcohol in order to be effective. I’ve seen different recommendations ranging from 60% to 70%, so let’s use 70% of our baseline to be safe. This does NOT mean that your formulation needs to contain 70% as an ingredient. It means that 70% of the formulation needs to be alcohol. Vodka will not work in this application because it is only 40% alcohol. I’ve seen some formulations that include 70% isopropyl alcohol as just one ingredient in a formulation, but 70% isopropyl alcohol is 70% alcohol and 30% water (and other additives). On its own, 70% isopropyl alcohol meets the minimum requirements, but this means you can’t combine it with other ingredients in order to make an effective hand sanitizer spray. To make your own hand sanitizer, you need 99% isopropyl alcohol, and then you can add 29% of other ingredients like aloe vera, witch hazel, distilled water, hydrosol, and essential oils. You need to use 99% isopropyl alcohol to make hand sanitizer strong enough to kill germs and viruses. Is Isopropyl Alcohol Safe? Isopropyl alcohol is most commonly used for sterilization. I use a small amount when formulating lotions and other skincare products to clean my tools and containers. It can also be used in healthcare situations to clean wounds. In small amounts, there are usually no health issues; however, it can be toxic when inhaled or absorbed through the skin, and most definitely when ingested. Please DO NOT drink it, and if someone has, call medical help immediately. Breathing in the fumes in large amounts can also make you ill. According to the Skin Deep database, it has a safety rating of 2, meaning it is generally a safe ingredient, but it is noted that it can cause skin irritation. Using it on your hands will certainly cause dryness, and extended use could cause dermatitis rashes and cracking. So, if you plan to use a hand sanitizer with Isopropyl alcohol, please do so with caution and use it sparingly. Isopropyl alcohol is safe to use in small amounts. How to Make DIY Hand Sanitizer This is one of the easiest recipes to make. I love that this is a spray sanitizer, too—it makes it much easier to use on surfaces as well as hands. Before we get to the recipe, a quick disclaimer. All my homemade recipes, including this one, have not been tested by any third party and, as such, should always be used with caution. I recommend spot-testing this formulation before widespread use to ensure no adverse reactions. While I always do my best to provide useful information, any reliance you place on such information is strictly at your own risk. This post is not a substitute for medical, legal, or any other professional advice of any kind. Hand Sanitizer Materials This is what you need to make a 100 ml spray. If you want to make more, you can double the batch and divide it into different spray bottles. I like to keep one in my purse and one at home. If you have a diaper bag, you could stash one there as well. This is my favourite scent combo for hand sanitizer, but you can mix it up with different essential oils. Weigh Your Materials The only way to get a truly accurate measurement of the ingredients is to weigh them. A basic kitchen scale like this one is all you need. You’ll find it’s much easier than using measuring cups too. Weigh your materials for the best accuracy. Make it Using a funnel, add all of the ingredients to a 100ml bottle with an atomizer cap. Screw the lid back on, and then to combine the ingredients, simply shake well. Make sure to give it another vigorous shake each time before you use it as well. Whenever you use DIY hand sanitizer spray (or any spray sanitizer for your hands), spray your hands so they are fully covered, rub them together, then let them dry. Let hands fully dry after spraying your hand sanitizer. Hand Sanitizer FAQ What is the shelf life of DIY hand sanitizer? The alcohol in this recipe will make the shelf life indefinite. However, the other ingredients will start to lose effectiveness over time, so I recommend using it within three months. My ingredients won’t mix. Help! It takes some regular combining to keep the aloe and the alcohol together. I whisk the batch when I make it and then shake it every time I use it, and eventually, it bonds together. Mine doesn’t need shaking after I have been using it for a week.It could also be the type of aloe vera you’re using. I recommend the brand Lily of the Desert. Is the witch hazel and aloe vera necessary? I add witch hazel and aloe vera for skin-softening properties. Alcohol and essential oils alone can be harsh on the skin. More Helpful Natural Recipes DIY Hand Sanitizer Spray This DIY hand sanitizer takes only a few ingredients and just minutes to put together. This easy spray sanitizer recipe can be used on both hands and surfaces to keep yourself and others safe.  Shake well before using each time.  References Source link

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This DIY hand sanitizer takes only a few ingredients and just minutes to put together. This easy spray sanitizer recipe can be used on both hands and surfaces.  I’ve been seeing a lot of DIY hand sanitizer recipes popping up lately. Many of these are alcohol-based hand sanitizers made with isopropyl alcohol or even vodka. In the past years, I have researched the proper formulation of sanitizers quite a bit.  If you’ve seen my previous DIY hand sanitizer recipe, you’ll know that for years, I have been using natural and plant-based soaps and hand sanitizers to keep my hands clean and ward off germs for our family. Thankfully, this has been my regular practice since my son started preschool and came home with what seems like every virus known to man. It was pretty hard for me not to catch them all with a snuggly and snotty toddler, but once I started being diligent about handwashing and not touching my face with my hands, it reduced the viruses I caught by about 80%. So, let’s dive a little more into how to avoid getting sick, as well as this natural hand sanitizer recipe. This hand sanitizer recipe is quick and simple but effective. How to Wash Hands I know it may seem silly to address the how-to of washing hands, but there’s definitely a right and a wrong way to do it. First, I always use a natural soap. You won’t find antibacterial soaps in our house because I want to protect the natural microbial biome on our skin. Use a Nail Brush I do, however, include a nail brush in my hand washing. The hardest area of your hands to clean is underneath your nails. I use a soft brush like these. I also use a nail brush to hold my soap in the soap dish. This keeps them from sitting in a slimy, gloppy mess and allows the soap to dry and last longer. I bought a pack of 10 and gave many away as gifts, and I have four of them in my home, one in each bathroom, one in the garden sink, and one in the kitchen. Atop each one of these nail brushes is a bar of natural homemade soap. A nail brush is important to get in and around your nails. How to Dry Your Hands Properly After my hands have been lathered up and rinsed, I dry them well on a clean towel. During cold and flu season, I keep a set of washcloths beside the sink. They can be used once to dry hands then put into a laundry basket and washed before being used again. Alcohol-Free Hand Sanitizer When I’m out and about, I use my homemade aloe vera hand sanitizer made with thieves oil, a recipe I shared back in 2015. I shake it well every time and apply it liberally to my hands. Then I rub my hands together like I’m washing them and try to wipe them on a napkin or towel. This hand sanitizer does not claim to disinfect or kill viruses but instead simulates hand washing when there is no sink nearby. DIY Hand Sanitizer with Alcohol Let’s talk about alcohol. The recommendation is that the hand sanitizer formulation needs to be 60% alcohol in order to be effective. I’ve seen different recommendations ranging from 60% to 70%, so let’s use 70% of our baseline to be safe. This does NOT mean that your formulation needs to contain 70% as an ingredient. It means that 70% of the formulation needs to be alcohol. Vodka will not work in this application because it is only 40% alcohol. I’ve seen some formulations that include 70% isopropyl alcohol as just one ingredient in a formulation, but 70% isopropyl alcohol is 70% alcohol and 30% water (and other additives). On its own, 70% isopropyl alcohol meets the minimum requirements, but this means you can’t combine it with other ingredients in order to make an effective hand sanitizer spray. To make your own hand sanitizer, you need 99% isopropyl alcohol, and then you can add 29% of other ingredients like aloe vera, witch hazel, distilled water, hydrosol, and essential oils. You need to use 99% isopropyl alcohol to make hand sanitizer strong enough to kill germs and viruses. Is Isopropyl Alcohol Safe? Isopropyl alcohol is most commonly used for sterilization. I use a small amount when formulating lotions and other skincare products to clean my tools and containers. It can also be used in healthcare situations to clean wounds. In small amounts, there are usually no health issues; however, it can be toxic when inhaled or absorbed through the skin, and most definitely when ingested. Please DO NOT drink it, and if someone has, call medical help immediately. Breathing in the fumes in large amounts can also make you ill. According to the Skin Deep database, it has a safety rating of 2, meaning it is generally a safe ingredient, but it is noted that it can cause skin irritation. Using it on your hands will certainly cause dryness, and extended use could cause dermatitis rashes and cracking. So, if you plan to use a hand sanitizer with Isopropyl alcohol, please do so with caution and use it sparingly. Isopropyl alcohol is safe to use in small amounts. How to Make DIY Hand Sanitizer This is one of the easiest recipes to make. I love that this is a spray sanitizer, too—it makes it much easier to use on surfaces as well as hands. Before we get to the recipe, a quick disclaimer. All my homemade recipes, including this one, have not been tested by any third party and, as such, should always be used with caution. I recommend spot-testing this formulation before widespread use to ensure no adverse reactions. While I always do my best to provide useful information, any reliance you place on such information is strictly at your own risk. This post is not a substitute for medical, legal, or any other professional advice of any kind. Hand Sanitizer Materials This is what you need to make a 100 ml spray. If you want to make more, you can double the batch and divide it into different spray bottles. I like to keep one in my purse and one at home. If you have a diaper bag, you could stash one there as well. This is my favourite scent combo for hand sanitizer, but you can mix it up with different essential oils. Weigh Your Materials The only way to get a truly accurate measurement of the ingredients is to weigh them. A basic kitchen scale like this one is all you need. You’ll find it’s much easier than using measuring cups too. Weigh your materials for the best accuracy. Make it Using a funnel, add all of the ingredients to a 100ml bottle with an atomizer cap. Screw the lid back on, and then to combine the ingredients, simply shake well. Make sure to give it another vigorous shake each time before you use it as well. Whenever you use DIY hand sanitizer spray (or any spray sanitizer for your hands), spray your hands so they are fully covered, rub them together, then let them dry. Let hands fully dry after spraying your hand sanitizer. Hand Sanitizer FAQ What is the shelf life of DIY hand sanitizer? The alcohol in this recipe will make the shelf life indefinite. However, the other ingredients will start to lose effectiveness over time, so I recommend using it within three months. My ingredients won’t mix. Help! It takes some regular combining to keep the aloe and the alcohol together. I whisk the batch when I make it and then shake it every time I use it, and eventually, it bonds together. Mine doesn’t need shaking after I have been using it for a week.It could also be the type of aloe vera you’re using. I recommend the brand Lily of the Desert. Is the witch hazel and aloe vera necessary? I add witch hazel and aloe vera for skin-softening properties. Alcohol and essential oils alone can be harsh on the skin. More Helpful Natural Recipes DIY Hand Sanitizer Spray This DIY hand sanitizer takes only a few ingredients and just minutes to put together. This easy spray sanitizer recipe can be used on both hands and surfaces to keep yourself and others safe.  Shake well before using each time.  References Source link

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This DIY hand sanitizer takes only a few ingredients and just minutes to put together. This easy spray sanitizer recipe can be used on both hands and surfaces.  I’ve been seeing a lot of DIY hand sanitizer recipes popping up lately. Many of these are alcohol-based hand sanitizers made with isopropyl alcohol or even vodka. In the past years, I have researched the proper formulation of sanitizers quite a bit.  If you’ve seen my previous DIY hand sanitizer recipe, you’ll know that for years, I have been using natural and plant-based soaps and hand sanitizers to keep my hands clean and ward off germs for our family. Thankfully, this has been my regular practice since my son started preschool and came home with what seems like every virus known to man. It was pretty hard for me not to catch them all with a snuggly and snotty toddler, but once I started being diligent about handwashing and not touching my face with my hands, it reduced the viruses I caught by about 80%. So, let’s dive a little more into how to avoid getting sick, as well as this natural hand sanitizer recipe. This hand sanitizer recipe is quick and simple but effective. How to Wash Hands I know it may seem silly to address the how-to of washing hands, but there’s definitely a right and a wrong way to do it. First, I always use a natural soap. You won’t find antibacterial soaps in our house because I want to protect the natural microbial biome on our skin. Use a Nail Brush I do, however, include a nail brush in my hand washing. The hardest area of your hands to clean is underneath your nails. I use a soft brush like these. I also use a nail brush to hold my soap in the soap dish. This keeps them from sitting in a slimy, gloppy mess and allows the soap to dry and last longer. I bought a pack of 10 and gave many away as gifts, and I have four of them in my home, one in each bathroom, one in the garden sink, and one in the kitchen. Atop each one of these nail brushes is a bar of natural homemade soap. A nail brush is important to get in and around your nails. How to Dry Your Hands Properly After my hands have been lathered up and rinsed, I dry them well on a clean towel. During cold and flu season, I keep a set of washcloths beside the sink. They can be used once to dry hands then put into a laundry basket and washed before being used again. Alcohol-Free Hand Sanitizer When I’m out and about, I use my homemade aloe vera hand sanitizer made with thieves oil, a recipe I shared back in 2015. I shake it well every time and apply it liberally to my hands. Then I rub my hands together like I’m washing them and try to wipe them on a napkin or towel. This hand sanitizer does not claim to disinfect or kill viruses but instead simulates hand washing when there is no sink nearby. DIY Hand Sanitizer with Alcohol Let’s talk about alcohol. The recommendation is that the hand sanitizer formulation needs to be 60% alcohol in order to be effective. I’ve seen different recommendations ranging from 60% to 70%, so let’s use 70% of our baseline to be safe. This does NOT mean that your formulation needs to contain 70% as an ingredient. It means that 70% of the formulation needs to be alcohol. Vodka will not work in this application because it is only 40% alcohol. I’ve seen some formulations that include 70% isopropyl alcohol as just one ingredient in a formulation, but 70% isopropyl alcohol is 70% alcohol and 30% water (and other additives). On its own, 70% isopropyl alcohol meets the minimum requirements, but this means you can’t combine it with other ingredients in order to make an effective hand sanitizer spray. To make your own hand sanitizer, you need 99% isopropyl alcohol, and then you can add 29% of other ingredients like aloe vera, witch hazel, distilled water, hydrosol, and essential oils. You need to use 99% isopropyl alcohol to make hand sanitizer strong enough to kill germs and viruses. Is Isopropyl Alcohol Safe? Isopropyl alcohol is most commonly used for sterilization. I use a small amount when formulating lotions and other skincare products to clean my tools and containers. It can also be used in healthcare situations to clean wounds. In small amounts, there are usually no health issues; however, it can be toxic when inhaled or absorbed through the skin, and most definitely when ingested. Please DO NOT drink it, and if someone has, call medical help immediately. Breathing in the fumes in large amounts can also make you ill. According to the Skin Deep database, it has a safety rating of 2, meaning it is generally a safe ingredient, but it is noted that it can cause skin irritation. Using it on your hands will certainly cause dryness, and extended use could cause dermatitis rashes and cracking. So, if you plan to use a hand sanitizer with Isopropyl alcohol, please do so with caution and use it sparingly. Isopropyl alcohol is safe to use in small amounts. How to Make DIY Hand Sanitizer This is one of the easiest recipes to make. I love that this is a spray sanitizer, too—it makes it much easier to use on surfaces as well as hands. Before we get to the recipe, a quick disclaimer. All my homemade recipes, including this one, have not been tested by any third party and, as such, should always be used with caution. I recommend spot-testing this formulation before widespread use to ensure no adverse reactions. While I always do my best to provide useful information, any reliance you place on such information is strictly at your own risk. This post is not a substitute for medical, legal, or any other professional advice of any kind. Hand Sanitizer Materials This is what you need to make a 100 ml spray. If you want to make more, you can double the batch and divide it into different spray bottles. I like to keep one in my purse and one at home. If you have a diaper bag, you could stash one there as well. This is my favourite scent combo for hand sanitizer, but you can mix it up with different essential oils. Weigh Your Materials The only way to get a truly accurate measurement of the ingredients is to weigh them. A basic kitchen scale like this one is all you need. You’ll find it’s much easier than using measuring cups too. Weigh your materials for the best accuracy. Make it Using a funnel, add all of the ingredients to a 100ml bottle with an atomizer cap. Screw the lid back on, and then to combine the ingredients, simply shake well. Make sure to give it another vigorous shake each time before you use it as well. Whenever you use DIY hand sanitizer spray (or any spray sanitizer for your hands), spray your hands so they are fully covered, rub them together, then let them dry. Let hands fully dry after spraying your hand sanitizer. Hand Sanitizer FAQ What is the shelf life of DIY hand sanitizer? The alcohol in this recipe will make the shelf life indefinite. However, the other ingredients will start to lose effectiveness over time, so I recommend using it within three months. My ingredients won’t mix. Help! It takes some regular combining to keep the aloe and the alcohol together. I whisk the batch when I make it and then shake it every time I use it, and eventually, it bonds together. Mine doesn’t need shaking after I have been using it for a week.It could also be the type of aloe vera you’re using. I recommend the brand Lily of the Desert. Is the witch hazel and aloe vera necessary? I add witch hazel and aloe vera for skin-softening properties. Alcohol and essential oils alone can be harsh on the skin. More Helpful Natural Recipes DIY Hand Sanitizer Spray This DIY hand sanitizer takes only a few ingredients and just minutes to put together. This easy spray sanitizer recipe can be used on both hands and surfaces to keep yourself and others safe.  Shake well before using each time.  References Source link

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This DIY hand sanitizer takes only a few ingredients and just minutes to put together. This easy spray sanitizer recipe can be used on both hands and surfaces.  I’ve been seeing a lot of DIY hand sanitizer recipes popping up lately. Many of these are alcohol-based hand sanitizers made with isopropyl alcohol or even vodka. In the past years, I have researched the proper formulation of sanitizers quite a bit.  If you’ve seen my previous DIY hand sanitizer recipe, you’ll know that for years, I have been using natural and plant-based soaps and hand sanitizers to keep my hands clean and ward off germs for our family. Thankfully, this has been my regular practice since my son started preschool and came home with what seems like every virus known to man. It was pretty hard for me not to catch them all with a snuggly and snotty toddler, but once I started being diligent about handwashing and not touching my face with my hands, it reduced the viruses I caught by about 80%. So, let’s dive a little more into how to avoid getting sick, as well as this natural hand sanitizer recipe. This hand sanitizer recipe is quick and simple but effective. How to Wash Hands I know it may seem silly to address the how-to of washing hands, but there’s definitely a right and a wrong way to do it. First, I always use a natural soap. You won’t find antibacterial soaps in our house because I want to protect the natural microbial biome on our skin. Use a Nail Brush I do, however, include a nail brush in my hand washing. The hardest area of your hands to clean is underneath your nails. I use a soft brush like these. I also use a nail brush to hold my soap in the soap dish. This keeps them from sitting in a slimy, gloppy mess and allows the soap to dry and last longer. I bought a pack of 10 and gave many away as gifts, and I have four of them in my home, one in each bathroom, one in the garden sink, and one in the kitchen. Atop each one of these nail brushes is a bar of natural homemade soap. A nail brush is important to get in and around your nails. How to Dry Your Hands Properly After my hands have been lathered up and rinsed, I dry them well on a clean towel. During cold and flu season, I keep a set of washcloths beside the sink. They can be used once to dry hands then put into a laundry basket and washed before being used again. Alcohol-Free Hand Sanitizer When I’m out and about, I use my homemade aloe vera hand sanitizer made with thieves oil, a recipe I shared back in 2015. I shake it well every time and apply it liberally to my hands. Then I rub my hands together like I’m washing them and try to wipe them on a napkin or towel. This hand sanitizer does not claim to disinfect or kill viruses but instead simulates hand washing when there is no sink nearby. DIY Hand Sanitizer with Alcohol Let’s talk about alcohol. The recommendation is that the hand sanitizer formulation needs to be 60% alcohol in order to be effective. I’ve seen different recommendations ranging from 60% to 70%, so let’s use 70% of our baseline to be safe. This does NOT mean that your formulation needs to contain 70% as an ingredient. It means that 70% of the formulation needs to be alcohol. Vodka will not work in this application because it is only 40% alcohol. I’ve seen some formulations that include 70% isopropyl alcohol as just one ingredient in a formulation, but 70% isopropyl alcohol is 70% alcohol and 30% water (and other additives). On its own, 70% isopropyl alcohol meets the minimum requirements, but this means you can’t combine it with other ingredients in order to make an effective hand sanitizer spray. To make your own hand sanitizer, you need 99% isopropyl alcohol, and then you can add 29% of other ingredients like aloe vera, witch hazel, distilled water, hydrosol, and essential oils. You need to use 99% isopropyl alcohol to make hand sanitizer strong enough to kill germs and viruses. Is Isopropyl Alcohol Safe? Isopropyl alcohol is most commonly used for sterilization. I use a small amount when formulating lotions and other skincare products to clean my tools and containers. It can also be used in healthcare situations to clean wounds. In small amounts, there are usually no health issues; however, it can be toxic when inhaled or absorbed through the skin, and most definitely when ingested. Please DO NOT drink it, and if someone has, call medical help immediately. Breathing in the fumes in large amounts can also make you ill. According to the Skin Deep database, it has a safety rating of 2, meaning it is generally a safe ingredient, but it is noted that it can cause skin irritation. Using it on your hands will certainly cause dryness, and extended use could cause dermatitis rashes and cracking. So, if you plan to use a hand sanitizer with Isopropyl alcohol, please do so with caution and use it sparingly. Isopropyl alcohol is safe to use in small amounts. How to Make DIY Hand Sanitizer This is one of the easiest recipes to make. I love that this is a spray sanitizer, too—it makes it much easier to use on surfaces as well as hands. Before we get to the recipe, a quick disclaimer. All my homemade recipes, including this one, have not been tested by any third party and, as such, should always be used with caution. I recommend spot-testing this formulation before widespread use to ensure no adverse reactions. While I always do my best to provide useful information, any reliance you place on such information is strictly at your own risk. This post is not a substitute for medical, legal, or any other professional advice of any kind. Hand Sanitizer Materials This is what you need to make a 100 ml spray. If you want to make more, you can double the batch and divide it into different spray bottles. I like to keep one in my purse and one at home. If you have a diaper bag, you could stash one there as well. This is my favourite scent combo for hand sanitizer, but you can mix it up with different essential oils. Weigh Your Materials The only way to get a truly accurate measurement of the ingredients is to weigh them. A basic kitchen scale like this one is all you need. You’ll find it’s much easier than using measuring cups too. Weigh your materials for the best accuracy. Make it Using a funnel, add all of the ingredients to a 100ml bottle with an atomizer cap. Screw the lid back on, and then to combine the ingredients, simply shake well. Make sure to give it another vigorous shake each time before you use it as well. Whenever you use DIY hand sanitizer spray (or any spray sanitizer for your hands), spray your hands so they are fully covered, rub them together, then let them dry. Let hands fully dry after spraying your hand sanitizer. Hand Sanitizer FAQ What is the shelf life of DIY hand sanitizer? The alcohol in this recipe will make the shelf life indefinite. However, the other ingredients will start to lose effectiveness over time, so I recommend using it within three months. My ingredients won’t mix. Help! It takes some regular combining to keep the aloe and the alcohol together. I whisk the batch when I make it and then shake it every time I use it, and eventually, it bonds together. Mine doesn’t need shaking after I have been using it for a week.It could also be the type of aloe vera you’re using. I recommend the brand Lily of the Desert. Is the witch hazel and aloe vera necessary? I add witch hazel and aloe vera for skin-softening properties. Alcohol and essential oils alone can be harsh on the skin. More Helpful Natural Recipes DIY Hand Sanitizer Spray This DIY hand sanitizer takes only a few ingredients and just minutes to put together. This easy spray sanitizer recipe can be used on both hands and surfaces to keep yourself and others safe.  Shake well before using each time.  References Source link

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I’m a big believer in hand washing as the best way to ward off colds and the flu. If I don’t find myself in a place where I can wash my hands, then I’m glad to have this all-natural hand sanitizer made with aloe vera, witch hazel and Thieves Oil. Store-bought hand sanitizers usually contain alcohol, artificial fragrance, and lab-created ingredients. I don’t know about you, but putting those ingredients on my skin sure doesn’t make me feel clean and studies have shown them to be harmful. This natural hand sanitizer recipe packs a big punch at cleaning while softening my hands and keeping them free from unnecessary chemicals. I keep this hand sanitizer handy in my purse and car, so when I’m out and about and don’t have easy access to washing my hands, I can grab this for easy cleaning. This recipe was originally published way in 2015 and has been a staple in my household and many others for years now. While this recipe and my recommendations for proper hand washing from 2015 remain unchanged, I have also formulated a 70% alcohol-based hand sanitizer that can be used on hands and surfaces. If you’d prefer a natural handi sanitizer that’s alcohol-based, get the recipe here: DIY Hand Sanitizer Spray (Alcohol Based). Here’s what this post will cover… First, When to Use Hand Sanitizer If you have come to this recipe looking for an antibacterial hand sanitizer to kill off viruses, please be sure to read this first.  You may have recently visited healthcare facilities like hospitals and nursing homes and noticed the pumps of antibacterial hand sanitizer attached to the wall at the entrance and exits. It’s an easy way for people to be mindful of the germs they are bringing in with them and help them stop the spread of viruses and diseases to those who are vulnerable. There are usually also sinks with soap at healthcare facilities, but the soap is often also antibacterial. I don’t use antibacterial products in my home as even the FDA doesn’t recommend it. But when I am in these medical facilities, I always follow the protocol to prevent the spread of disease so I will use it in that case. Everything in moderation, right? The rest of the time, I opt to wash my hands with soap and water. Studies show that bar soap is as effective at washing away germs as any antibacterial product. Even more, a 2016 FDA report states that the ingredients in antibacterial hand wash “are not generally recognized as safe and effective.” Unfortunately, a sink with running water and a bar of soap doesn’t come in one of those handy dandy squeeze bottles like hand sanitizer does. When I can’t wash with soap, I use an all-natural hand sanitizer to “wash” my hands and then rinse them when I get near a sink again. I keep a bottle in my purse for when I get off transit, am at a campsite with no sink, or I’m just out and about for the day. Hand sanitizer should not replace hand washing; it should be used when hand washing isn’t available. The Thieve’s Oil Legend and Safe Use You may have heard about Thieves Oil, an essential oil blend of clove, lemon, cinnamon, eucalyptus, and rosemary. The story behind this blend is that a band of fifteenth-century thieves remained in tip-top health despite ransacking the riches from the graves of those who had died from the bubonic plague. When they were captured, they were traded leniency in their sentence for sharing the secret of their impervious health. The legend of Thieves Oil was born. Whether you believe the story or not, I personally prefer a homemade product over one filled with ingredients I don’t recognize. Hand sanitizer is one of those products that I love to have a more natural version of. Please note that essential oils are potent and can be harmful to some. Plenty of misinformation exists about essential oils as miracle cures for all sorts of ailments and irresponsible use (like consuming essential oils). Also, it’s important to look at the blend of oils you use. Thieves Oil contains clove, rosemary, and eucalyptus oils which are not safe for use on small children. Please use this hand sanitizer on grown-ups only. You can replace clove, rosemary and eucalyptus oils with lavender, sweet orange, and fir oils if you plan to use it around children six months and older (no essential oils are recommended for use with babies younger than six months). You can buy a Thieves Oil blend or make your own from this recipe. Thieves Oil Blend Recipe Thieves oil blends are often advertised under other names like guard or protector blends. Homemade Hand Sanitizer Recipe This homemade recipe is easy to make and can be carried anywhere. Think of it like a bar of soap to go! Aloe vera and witch hazel are wonderful for your skin as well, so they won’t dry out your hands like the alcohol-based version. Ingredients Makes 1 cup Jump to Recipe Make It! Mix witch hazel and aloe vera gel together in a bowl. Add essential oils and mix well, then open the vitamin E capsule and empty that into the gel. Mix it all together well, then use a funnel to pour it into a pump or other container (I found these Gotoobs that are perfect!). How to Use Natural Hand Sanitizer Shake the bottle of homemade hand sanitizer well before each use.  Squeeze a dime-sized amount on the palm of your hand and massage in. It will feel sticky at first, but it will absorb cleanly in no time. Your hands will feel dry and clean and smell terrific. This all-natural hand sanitizer should last several months. Natural Hand Sanitizer FAQ Can you add alcohol to natural hand sanitizer to increase the anti-viral effectiveness? You absolutely can. I have a similar recipe that still uses witch hazel and aloe vera gel but also includes isopropyl alcohol. You can find that recipe in this post. How do you make hand sanitizer with 3 ingredients? If you want to limit the number of ingredients you’re buying for this recipe, use witch hazel, aloe vera, and a pre-made thieves oil blend. Vitamin E is great for nourishing and protecting skin, so I like to include it in my hand sanitizer recipe, but it’s not essential for its effectiveness. Can aloe vera be used as a hand sanitizer? Aloe vera is known as a natural anti-bacterial, and it also contains antiseptics. It also helps to cleanse and moisturize skin. This is why I included it in the recipe as part of the main base. I wouldn’t rely entirely on it, but in combination with these other ingredients, it makes for an effective natural hand sanitizer. Natural Hand Sanitizer Recipe This homemade recipe is easy to make and can be carried anywhere. Think of it like a bar of soap to go! Aloe vera and witch hazel are wonderful for your skin as well, so they won’t dry out your hands like the alcohol-based version. Mix together witch hazel and aloe vera gel in a bowl. Once combined, stir in essential oils and mix again, followed by the Vitamin E capsule.Use a funnel to gently pour your mixture into a squeeze tube or small pump bottle.Shake before each use. Add a dime-size amount of hand sanitizer to your hand and massage it in to use. Recipe should last several months. More Posts You Might Like: Source link

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I’m a big believer in hand washing as the best way to ward off colds and the flu. If I don’t find myself in a place where I can wash my hands, then I’m glad to have this all-natural hand sanitizer made with aloe vera, witch hazel and Thieves Oil. Store-bought hand sanitizers usually contain alcohol, artificial fragrance, and lab-created ingredients. I don’t know about you, but putting those ingredients on my skin sure doesn’t make me feel clean and studies have shown them to be harmful. This natural hand sanitizer recipe packs a big punch at cleaning while softening my hands and keeping them free from unnecessary chemicals. I keep this hand sanitizer handy in my purse and car, so when I’m out and about and don’t have easy access to washing my hands, I can grab this for easy cleaning. This recipe was originally published way in 2015 and has been a staple in my household and many others for years now. While this recipe and my recommendations for proper hand washing from 2015 remain unchanged, I have also formulated a 70% alcohol-based hand sanitizer that can be used on hands and surfaces. If you’d prefer a natural handi sanitizer that’s alcohol-based, get the recipe here: DIY Hand Sanitizer Spray (Alcohol Based). Here’s what this post will cover… First, When to Use Hand Sanitizer If you have come to this recipe looking for an antibacterial hand sanitizer to kill off viruses, please be sure to read this first.  You may have recently visited healthcare facilities like hospitals and nursing homes and noticed the pumps of antibacterial hand sanitizer attached to the wall at the entrance and exits. It’s an easy way for people to be mindful of the germs they are bringing in with them and help them stop the spread of viruses and diseases to those who are vulnerable. There are usually also sinks with soap at healthcare facilities, but the soap is often also antibacterial. I don’t use antibacterial products in my home as even the FDA doesn’t recommend it. But when I am in these medical facilities, I always follow the protocol to prevent the spread of disease so I will use it in that case. Everything in moderation, right? The rest of the time, I opt to wash my hands with soap and water. Studies show that bar soap is as effective at washing away germs as any antibacterial product. Even more, a 2016 FDA report states that the ingredients in antibacterial hand wash “are not generally recognized as safe and effective.” Unfortunately, a sink with running water and a bar of soap doesn’t come in one of those handy dandy squeeze bottles like hand sanitizer does. When I can’t wash with soap, I use an all-natural hand sanitizer to “wash” my hands and then rinse them when I get near a sink again. I keep a bottle in my purse for when I get off transit, am at a campsite with no sink, or I’m just out and about for the day. Hand sanitizer should not replace hand washing; it should be used when hand washing isn’t available. The Thieve’s Oil Legend and Safe Use You may have heard about Thieves Oil, an essential oil blend of clove, lemon, cinnamon, eucalyptus, and rosemary. The story behind this blend is that a band of fifteenth-century thieves remained in tip-top health despite ransacking the riches from the graves of those who had died from the bubonic plague. When they were captured, they were traded leniency in their sentence for sharing the secret of their impervious health. The legend of Thieves Oil was born. Whether you believe the story or not, I personally prefer a homemade product over one filled with ingredients I don’t recognize. Hand sanitizer is one of those products that I love to have a more natural version of. Please note that essential oils are potent and can be harmful to some. Plenty of misinformation exists about essential oils as miracle cures for all sorts of ailments and irresponsible use (like consuming essential oils). Also, it’s important to look at the blend of oils you use. Thieves Oil contains clove, rosemary, and eucalyptus oils which are not safe for use on small children. Please use this hand sanitizer on grown-ups only. You can replace clove, rosemary and eucalyptus oils with lavender, sweet orange, and fir oils if you plan to use it around children six months and older (no essential oils are recommended for use with babies younger than six months). You can buy a Thieves Oil blend or make your own from this recipe. Thieves Oil Blend Recipe Thieves oil blends are often advertised under other names like guard or protector blends. Homemade Hand Sanitizer Recipe This homemade recipe is easy to make and can be carried anywhere. Think of it like a bar of soap to go! Aloe vera and witch hazel are wonderful for your skin as well, so they won’t dry out your hands like the alcohol-based version. Ingredients Makes 1 cup Jump to Recipe Make It! Mix witch hazel and aloe vera gel together in a bowl. Add essential oils and mix well, then open the vitamin E capsule and empty that into the gel. Mix it all together well, then use a funnel to pour it into a pump or other container (I found these Gotoobs that are perfect!). How to Use Natural Hand Sanitizer Shake the bottle of homemade hand sanitizer well before each use.  Squeeze a dime-sized amount on the palm of your hand and massage in. It will feel sticky at first, but it will absorb cleanly in no time. Your hands will feel dry and clean and smell terrific. This all-natural hand sanitizer should last several months. Natural Hand Sanitizer FAQ Can you add alcohol to natural hand sanitizer to increase the anti-viral effectiveness? You absolutely can. I have a similar recipe that still uses witch hazel and aloe vera gel but also includes isopropyl alcohol. You can find that recipe in this post. How do you make hand sanitizer with 3 ingredients? If you want to limit the number of ingredients you’re buying for this recipe, use witch hazel, aloe vera, and a pre-made thieves oil blend. Vitamin E is great for nourishing and protecting skin, so I like to include it in my hand sanitizer recipe, but it’s not essential for its effectiveness. Can aloe vera be used as a hand sanitizer? Aloe vera is known as a natural anti-bacterial, and it also contains antiseptics. It also helps to cleanse and moisturize skin. This is why I included it in the recipe as part of the main base. I wouldn’t rely entirely on it, but in combination with these other ingredients, it makes for an effective natural hand sanitizer. Natural Hand Sanitizer Recipe This homemade recipe is easy to make and can be carried anywhere. Think of it like a bar of soap to go! Aloe vera and witch hazel are wonderful for your skin as well, so they won’t dry out your hands like the alcohol-based version. Mix together witch hazel and aloe vera gel in a bowl. Once combined, stir in essential oils and mix again, followed by the Vitamin E capsule.Use a funnel to gently pour your mixture into a squeeze tube or small pump bottle.Shake before each use. Add a dime-size amount of hand sanitizer to your hand and massage it in to use. Recipe should last several months. More Posts You Might Like: Source link

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I’m a big believer in hand washing as the best way to ward off colds and the flu. If I don’t find myself in a place where I can wash my hands, then I’m glad to have this all-natural hand sanitizer made with aloe vera, witch hazel and Thieves Oil. Store-bought hand sanitizers usually contain alcohol, artificial fragrance, and lab-created ingredients. I don’t know about you, but putting those ingredients on my skin sure doesn’t make me feel clean and studies have shown them to be harmful. This natural hand sanitizer recipe packs a big punch at cleaning while softening my hands and keeping them free from unnecessary chemicals. I keep this hand sanitizer handy in my purse and car, so when I’m out and about and don’t have easy access to washing my hands, I can grab this for easy cleaning. This recipe was originally published way in 2015 and has been a staple in my household and many others for years now. While this recipe and my recommendations for proper hand washing from 2015 remain unchanged, I have also formulated a 70% alcohol-based hand sanitizer that can be used on hands and surfaces. If you’d prefer a natural handi sanitizer that’s alcohol-based, get the recipe here: DIY Hand Sanitizer Spray (Alcohol Based). Here’s what this post will cover… First, When to Use Hand Sanitizer If you have come to this recipe looking for an antibacterial hand sanitizer to kill off viruses, please be sure to read this first.  You may have recently visited healthcare facilities like hospitals and nursing homes and noticed the pumps of antibacterial hand sanitizer attached to the wall at the entrance and exits. It’s an easy way for people to be mindful of the germs they are bringing in with them and help them stop the spread of viruses and diseases to those who are vulnerable. There are usually also sinks with soap at healthcare facilities, but the soap is often also antibacterial. I don’t use antibacterial products in my home as even the FDA doesn’t recommend it. But when I am in these medical facilities, I always follow the protocol to prevent the spread of disease so I will use it in that case. Everything in moderation, right? The rest of the time, I opt to wash my hands with soap and water. Studies show that bar soap is as effective at washing away germs as any antibacterial product. Even more, a 2016 FDA report states that the ingredients in antibacterial hand wash “are not generally recognized as safe and effective.” Unfortunately, a sink with running water and a bar of soap doesn’t come in one of those handy dandy squeeze bottles like hand sanitizer does. When I can’t wash with soap, I use an all-natural hand sanitizer to “wash” my hands and then rinse them when I get near a sink again. I keep a bottle in my purse for when I get off transit, am at a campsite with no sink, or I’m just out and about for the day. Hand sanitizer should not replace hand washing; it should be used when hand washing isn’t available. The Thieve’s Oil Legend and Safe Use You may have heard about Thieves Oil, an essential oil blend of clove, lemon, cinnamon, eucalyptus, and rosemary. The story behind this blend is that a band of fifteenth-century thieves remained in tip-top health despite ransacking the riches from the graves of those who had died from the bubonic plague. When they were captured, they were traded leniency in their sentence for sharing the secret of their impervious health. The legend of Thieves Oil was born. Whether you believe the story or not, I personally prefer a homemade product over one filled with ingredients I don’t recognize. Hand sanitizer is one of those products that I love to have a more natural version of. Please note that essential oils are potent and can be harmful to some. Plenty of misinformation exists about essential oils as miracle cures for all sorts of ailments and irresponsible use (like consuming essential oils). Also, it’s important to look at the blend of oils you use. Thieves Oil contains clove, rosemary, and eucalyptus oils which are not safe for use on small children. Please use this hand sanitizer on grown-ups only. You can replace clove, rosemary and eucalyptus oils with lavender, sweet orange, and fir oils if you plan to use it around children six months and older (no essential oils are recommended for use with babies younger than six months). You can buy a Thieves Oil blend or make your own from this recipe. Thieves Oil Blend Recipe Thieves oil blends are often advertised under other names like guard or protector blends. Homemade Hand Sanitizer Recipe This homemade recipe is easy to make and can be carried anywhere. Think of it like a bar of soap to go! Aloe vera and witch hazel are wonderful for your skin as well, so they won’t dry out your hands like the alcohol-based version. Ingredients Makes 1 cup Jump to Recipe Make It! Mix witch hazel and aloe vera gel together in a bowl. Add essential oils and mix well, then open the vitamin E capsule and empty that into the gel. Mix it all together well, then use a funnel to pour it into a pump or other container (I found these Gotoobs that are perfect!). How to Use Natural Hand Sanitizer Shake the bottle of homemade hand sanitizer well before each use.  Squeeze a dime-sized amount on the palm of your hand and massage in. It will feel sticky at first, but it will absorb cleanly in no time. Your hands will feel dry and clean and smell terrific. This all-natural hand sanitizer should last several months. Natural Hand Sanitizer FAQ Can you add alcohol to natural hand sanitizer to increase the anti-viral effectiveness? You absolutely can. I have a similar recipe that still uses witch hazel and aloe vera gel but also includes isopropyl alcohol. You can find that recipe in this post. How do you make hand sanitizer with 3 ingredients? If you want to limit the number of ingredients you’re buying for this recipe, use witch hazel, aloe vera, and a pre-made thieves oil blend. Vitamin E is great for nourishing and protecting skin, so I like to include it in my hand sanitizer recipe, but it’s not essential for its effectiveness. Can aloe vera be used as a hand sanitizer? Aloe vera is known as a natural anti-bacterial, and it also contains antiseptics. It also helps to cleanse and moisturize skin. This is why I included it in the recipe as part of the main base. I wouldn’t rely entirely on it, but in combination with these other ingredients, it makes for an effective natural hand sanitizer. Natural Hand Sanitizer Recipe This homemade recipe is easy to make and can be carried anywhere. Think of it like a bar of soap to go! Aloe vera and witch hazel are wonderful for your skin as well, so they won’t dry out your hands like the alcohol-based version. Mix together witch hazel and aloe vera gel in a bowl. Once combined, stir in essential oils and mix again, followed by the Vitamin E capsule.Use a funnel to gently pour your mixture into a squeeze tube or small pump bottle.Shake before each use. Add a dime-size amount of hand sanitizer to your hand and massage it in to use. Recipe should last several months. More Posts You Might Like: Source link

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I’m a big believer in hand washing as the best way to ward off colds and the flu. If I don’t find myself in a place where I can wash my hands, then I’m glad to have this all-natural hand sanitizer made with aloe vera, witch hazel and Thieves Oil. Store-bought hand sanitizers usually contain alcohol, artificial fragrance, and lab-created ingredients. I don’t know about you, but putting those ingredients on my skin sure doesn’t make me feel clean and studies have shown them to be harmful. This natural hand sanitizer recipe packs a big punch at cleaning while softening my hands and keeping them free from unnecessary chemicals. I keep this hand sanitizer handy in my purse and car, so when I’m out and about and don’t have easy access to washing my hands, I can grab this for easy cleaning. This recipe was originally published way in 2015 and has been a staple in my household and many others for years now. While this recipe and my recommendations for proper hand washing from 2015 remain unchanged, I have also formulated a 70% alcohol-based hand sanitizer that can be used on hands and surfaces. If you’d prefer a natural handi sanitizer that’s alcohol-based, get the recipe here: DIY Hand Sanitizer Spray (Alcohol Based). Here’s what this post will cover… First, When to Use Hand Sanitizer If you have come to this recipe looking for an antibacterial hand sanitizer to kill off viruses, please be sure to read this first.  You may have recently visited healthcare facilities like hospitals and nursing homes and noticed the pumps of antibacterial hand sanitizer attached to the wall at the entrance and exits. It’s an easy way for people to be mindful of the germs they are bringing in with them and help them stop the spread of viruses and diseases to those who are vulnerable. There are usually also sinks with soap at healthcare facilities, but the soap is often also antibacterial. I don’t use antibacterial products in my home as even the FDA doesn’t recommend it. But when I am in these medical facilities, I always follow the protocol to prevent the spread of disease so I will use it in that case. Everything in moderation, right? The rest of the time, I opt to wash my hands with soap and water. Studies show that bar soap is as effective at washing away germs as any antibacterial product. Even more, a 2016 FDA report states that the ingredients in antibacterial hand wash “are not generally recognized as safe and effective.” Unfortunately, a sink with running water and a bar of soap doesn’t come in one of those handy dandy squeeze bottles like hand sanitizer does. When I can’t wash with soap, I use an all-natural hand sanitizer to “wash” my hands and then rinse them when I get near a sink again. I keep a bottle in my purse for when I get off transit, am at a campsite with no sink, or I’m just out and about for the day. Hand sanitizer should not replace hand washing; it should be used when hand washing isn’t available. The Thieve’s Oil Legend and Safe Use You may have heard about Thieves Oil, an essential oil blend of clove, lemon, cinnamon, eucalyptus, and rosemary. The story behind this blend is that a band of fifteenth-century thieves remained in tip-top health despite ransacking the riches from the graves of those who had died from the bubonic plague. When they were captured, they were traded leniency in their sentence for sharing the secret of their impervious health. The legend of Thieves Oil was born. Whether you believe the story or not, I personally prefer a homemade product over one filled with ingredients I don’t recognize. Hand sanitizer is one of those products that I love to have a more natural version of. Please note that essential oils are potent and can be harmful to some. Plenty of misinformation exists about essential oils as miracle cures for all sorts of ailments and irresponsible use (like consuming essential oils). Also, it’s important to look at the blend of oils you use. Thieves Oil contains clove, rosemary, and eucalyptus oils which are not safe for use on small children. Please use this hand sanitizer on grown-ups only. You can replace clove, rosemary and eucalyptus oils with lavender, sweet orange, and fir oils if you plan to use it around children six months and older (no essential oils are recommended for use with babies younger than six months). You can buy a Thieves Oil blend or make your own from this recipe. Thieves Oil Blend Recipe Thieves oil blends are often advertised under other names like guard or protector blends. Homemade Hand Sanitizer Recipe This homemade recipe is easy to make and can be carried anywhere. Think of it like a bar of soap to go! Aloe vera and witch hazel are wonderful for your skin as well, so they won’t dry out your hands like the alcohol-based version. Ingredients Makes 1 cup Jump to Recipe Make It! Mix witch hazel and aloe vera gel together in a bowl. Add essential oils and mix well, then open the vitamin E capsule and empty that into the gel. Mix it all together well, then use a funnel to pour it into a pump or other container (I found these Gotoobs that are perfect!). How to Use Natural Hand Sanitizer Shake the bottle of homemade hand sanitizer well before each use.  Squeeze a dime-sized amount on the palm of your hand and massage in. It will feel sticky at first, but it will absorb cleanly in no time. Your hands will feel dry and clean and smell terrific. This all-natural hand sanitizer should last several months. Natural Hand Sanitizer FAQ Can you add alcohol to natural hand sanitizer to increase the anti-viral effectiveness? You absolutely can. I have a similar recipe that still uses witch hazel and aloe vera gel but also includes isopropyl alcohol. You can find that recipe in this post. How do you make hand sanitizer with 3 ingredients? If you want to limit the number of ingredients you’re buying for this recipe, use witch hazel, aloe vera, and a pre-made thieves oil blend. Vitamin E is great for nourishing and protecting skin, so I like to include it in my hand sanitizer recipe, but it’s not essential for its effectiveness. Can aloe vera be used as a hand sanitizer? Aloe vera is known as a natural anti-bacterial, and it also contains antiseptics. It also helps to cleanse and moisturize skin. This is why I included it in the recipe as part of the main base. I wouldn’t rely entirely on it, but in combination with these other ingredients, it makes for an effective natural hand sanitizer. Natural Hand Sanitizer Recipe This homemade recipe is easy to make and can be carried anywhere. Think of it like a bar of soap to go! Aloe vera and witch hazel are wonderful for your skin as well, so they won’t dry out your hands like the alcohol-based version. Mix together witch hazel and aloe vera gel in a bowl. Once combined, stir in essential oils and mix again, followed by the Vitamin E capsule.Use a funnel to gently pour your mixture into a squeeze tube or small pump bottle.Shake before each use. Add a dime-size amount of hand sanitizer to your hand and massage it in to use. Recipe should last several months. More Posts You Might Like: Source link