Does Hand Sanitizer Expire? Yes, And Here's Why It's Not As Effective Over Time
. But after you open the bottle, the alcohol content will slowly begin to diminish as it continues to be exposed to air. Most hand sanitizers will last up to three years after their manufacture date.
If your stash is low, you might think about making your own bottled solution or disinfecting wipes by mixing rubbing alcohol and aloe vera. But this process can be messy and frustrating. If you try pouring straight alcohol on your hands, you can dry out your skin, weakening its defensive barrier and increasing your risk of infection.
It's important to emphasize that people who have access to clean water don't have to jump through these hoops to keep germ-free. Rinsing your hands with good ole soap and water for at least 20 seconds isHand sanitizer should only be used a backup for when you don't have access to a sink and hand soap—like when you are grabbing groceries or running another important errand. If you're out and about and all you have is that expired Germ-X in your handbag, use it.
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