DIY Hand Sanitizer

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I’ve always had my doubts about the safety and effectiveness of commercial hand sanitizers, but when the FDA made their ruling regarding antibacterial soaps, I knew it was time to look into how to make an all-natural and no alcohol version of hand sanitizer. Spoiler alert – it’s super easy and takes about 30 seconds. Learn how…
The announcement from the FDA regarding antibacterial soaps was sure to be a precedent to hand sanitizers. Straight out of the mouths of the FDA’s Director of the Center for Drug Evaluation and Research, Janet Woodcock, MD, “Consumers may think antibacterial washes are more effective at preventing the spread of germs, but we have no scientific evidence that they are any better than plain soap and water. In fact, some data suggests that antibacterial ingredients may do more harm than good over the long-term.”
Of course, nothing is recommended above good ole fashioned washing your hands with soap and water, but sometimes you are in a place where it’s not feasible and hand sanitizer is a necessary alternative.


Why chance it on questionable ingredients when you can make your own? Here’s what you need to do:


Organic Aloe Vera Gel


1/2 tsp Alcohol Free Witch Hazel


2 Drops Tea Tree Essential Oil


2 Drops Purification Essential Oil (or your favorite scent)


2 oz Glass Pump Bottle


When using Essential Oils, it is recommended that you use glass containers. I like the smaller glass pump bottle so it will fit into your purse. There are plenty of larger options out there too. Whatever size you have, fill it up about 4/5 of the way with aloe vera gel. For a smaller bottle, add 1/2 tsp of witch hazel, and for a larger bottle, add 1 tsp of witch hazel.


Since Essential Oils are extremely concentrated, a good rule of thumb is 1-2 drops per ounce. So for a 2 ounce container, I like using 4 drops. For a 10 ounce bottle, you can use 10-20 drops.


Tea Tree is the end-all-be-all antibacterial Essential Oil. But the smell, while not repugnant, isn’t the happiest of scents. Feel free to add whatever feel-good scent to this to make it smell like you want to, whether it’s rose or a citrus. I like Purification, because it neutralizes the tea tree scent and gives it a light fragrance.
Want to see the entire tutorial and read the article? Click on the link below and head over to the blog post. I would love for you to stop by and say hello and let me know what you think!
Suggested materials:
  • Glass Bottle   (https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0172IB2RW/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=thecocheasdur-20&camp=1789&cre)
  • Essential Oils   (http://pinkfortitude.com/essential-oils/)
Holly Bertone | Pink Fortitude
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