scrapbookbuzz Posted August 7, 2017 Share Posted August 7, 2017 I'll be researching in my books later but thought I would ask here. Anyone ever made a hand-sanitizer without alcohol? I have a friend who reacts quite severely to the mass-market hand sanitizers. It makes her cough quite a bit and gives her a really bad headache. She says it's the alcohol content. It may very well be so I thought I'd look into options of making one without alcohol. Or it could be some other ingredient she's reacting, too. Anyway, any suggestions? I already have an essential oil blend in mind (and yes, it's pure). Just wondering what I should use as the base. Thanks! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pen Posted August 7, 2017 Share Posted August 7, 2017 fragrance free real soap and water Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Beaniemom Posted August 7, 2017 Share Posted August 7, 2017 I recently saw one that used aloe vera gel as the base. I don't have much experience with aloe vera gel though. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
3 ladybugs Posted August 7, 2017 Share Posted August 7, 2017 I have heard it said that just rubbing your hands vigorously together has the same effect. Maybe that could be the best solution for her. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scrapbookbuzz Posted August 7, 2017 Author Share Posted August 7, 2017 fragrance free real soap and water Like Castille soap? Keep in mind, this is so she has something to have while she's "on the go" and not necessarily near running water. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pen Posted August 7, 2017 Share Posted August 7, 2017 (edited) Like Castille soap? Keep in mind, this is so she has something to have while she's "on the go" and not necessarily near running water. If no water, then I'd go with witch hazel. It has antiseptic properties. No essential oils which can themselves cause reactions and headaches in many. If the witch hazel were too drying, following up with light coconut oil which also has some anti-bad stuff qualities or aloe which as others suggested which also has anti-bad stuff qualities.. I feel more "cleaned" by witch hazel though. Edited August 8, 2017 by Pen 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scrapbookbuzz Posted August 8, 2017 Author Share Posted August 8, 2017 thank you, all! When I finally get it made, I'll let you know the results! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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