Don't panic. Plenty of companies still have bottles of alcohol-based cleanser in stock.
Whether it's a pump, squirt, wipe or spray bottle, hand sanitizer is proving to be a small but powerful tool for hand hygiene. As the coronavirus pandemic continues to unfold with the Delta variant, and as states begin to navigate another surge in COVID-19 cases and hospitalizations, sales of alcohol-based cleansers have skyrocketed because our "new normal" involves disinfecting our hands way more than usual.
According to the World Health Organization, regular and thorough hand washing with soap and water or an alcohol-based hand rub can kill viruses that may be on your hands (not to mention grime, germs and bacteria you've picked up while running essential errands). Just like with a face mask and vaccinations, when you reduce your chances of being infected, you also reduce your chances of spreading COVID-19 and severe illness to people around you.
And because the more you know, health experts have a few tips for using and storing your own hand sanitizer properly. First, keep all hand sanitizers (and cleaning products in general) out of reach of children and pets -- this stuff can be poisonous to them, as the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention's minimum formula requirement is 60% alcohol. If you do have kids, teach them how to apply sanitizer and monitor their use. Speaking of usage, all you need is a coin-sized amount for both hands if you're using a gel. After rubbing it in, avoid touching your eyes, mouth and nose -- it'll cause irritation. Finally, keep all alcohol-based sanitizers away from open flames and stovetops, as they are very flammable.
Oh, and an extra tip from the ET Style team: Make sure you're applying moisturizer or lotion to your skin, as all that washing hands with hand soap can lead to dry skin. We've been singing the praises of our favorite moisturizers, and we're especially pumped about Glossier's brand-new hand cream (plus the fact that the beauty company donated the first 10,000 bottles to hospital and healthcare workers).
Your local Target might have sold out of Purell hand sanitizer months ago and Amazon's supply of hand sanitizer product options, toilet paper and disinfecting wipes are hit-or-miss. But don't worry -- plenty of other companies have liquid hand sanitizer in stock right now. Find all sizes of bottles below, and keep checking back as we update this story with even more options for where to buy hand sanitizer.
Hand Sanitizer with Moisturizing Aloe
A natural alcohol-based hand sanitizer with moisturizing aloe vera and antioxidant-rich green tea extract.
Hand Sanitizer
Vegan and infused with vitamin E, this 70% alcohol base moisturizing hand sanitizer option from Grove will leave hands super soft and super clean.
Antibacterial Hand Sanitizer Spray (Set of 2)
The 71% ethyl alcohol kills 99.9% of germs and the vitamin E keep hands soft. Oars + Alps is providing hand sanitizer to first responders and vulnerable populations in Chicago and New York -- every purchase helps support these efforts.
Hand Sanitizer (2 Pack)
Shield your hands with this FDA-approved 75% isopropyl alcohol antiseptic spray. ViroShield also offers hand and body wash as well as hand sanitizer bundles with essential oils.
Hand Sanitizer Gel
Eight ounces of fragrance-free hand sanitizer with an active ingredient of 70% ethyl alcohol in this gel formula.
Hand & Surface Cleansing Mist
Choose from a two-, four- or six-pack of these bottles; for each spray bottle, you receive one refill. Mist hands or surfaces to combat bacteria, viruses and germs.
Hand Sanitizer
These bottles contain 65% alcohol and hyaluronic acid, and ship for free. One dollar from every purchase goes to the Robin Hood Relief Fund, which provides emergency support to neighbors in the NYC area.
Advanced Formula Hand Sanitizer
The 75% alcohol formula kills 99.99% of germs and bacteria, while moisturizing ingredients like aloe vera leave hands feeling soft. Dr. J's keeps it simple and smart.
Hand Sanitizer Spray
This moisturizing, quick-drying hand sanitizer spray is formulated with organic ingredients, including aloe vera, marula oil and 75% isopropyl alcohol. Twenty percent of proceeds from every purchase will go to Project Angel Food, which supplies healthy meals to people affected by life-threatening illnesses throughout Los Angeles.
Crafted Hand Sanitizer
Get free shipping on all orders from this natural products site.
Zesty Morning Hand Sanitizer
This 63% alcohol-based hand sanitizer contains moisturizing glycerin and is scented with tangerine, orange and grapefruit essential oils.
Hand Sanitizer Crisp Lavender
Another gentle and great-smelling formula, if you're into lavender scents. According to their website, Klean+ uses food-grade pure ethanol to keep their hand sanitizer free of hidden toxins.
Hand Sanitizer
Nourish while you clean! This 70% alcohol formula contains moisturizing aloe vera and a heavenly blend of bergamot, jasmine and cedarwood essential oils.
2-Ounce Hand Sanitizer (4 Bottles)
Gentle, unscented and containing 65% alcohol, this formula effectively kills viruses and bacteria with every spritz.
Lavender & Eucalyptus Hand Sanitizer
This effective and calming sanitizer spray is made with 80% alcohol and eucalyptus and lavender oils.
Pink Cotton Hand Sanitizer
This gel hand sanitizer contains 60% alcohol, vitamin E beads, propylene glycol for a boost of hydration and a light pink cotton scent.
Hand Cleaner
This sanitizer contains 65% ethanol as well as glycerin, aloe vera and broccoli extract to help skin from drying out.
Remedi Sanitize (8-Ounce, Pack of 6)
Get six eight-ounce pump bottles of 70% alcohol Remedi Pure hand sanitizer -- which contains vitamin E to help heal your hands while cleaning them -- and share with your friends and family. While you're shopping the site, grab some of their disposable face masks and foaming hand soap, too.
The Spritzer Hand Sanitizer
This hand sanitizer contains 75% alcohol, centella asiatica extract, aloe and vitamin E. Purchase by itself or receive one for free with any $30 purchase -- either way, Winky Lux will donate a bottle to an essential worker in need.
Natural Hand Sanitizer & Protector
Aptly named, Killing Them Softly's hand sanitizer contains alcohol, East Asian herbal ingredients and essential oils to leave your hands soft and clean.
Hand Hero 75% Alcohol Hand Purifying Gel
This 75% alcohol hand purifying gel contains hyaluronic acid and aloe vera to leave your hands soft and hydrated. Choose from pink grapefruit or calming lavender scents. Learn about Herbivore's give-back initiative here.
Hand Sanitizer Alcohol Antiseptic 80% Topical Solution
And we thought we couldn't love this beauty brand any more. This 80% alcohol formula comes in a spray bottle, and every purchase supports Peter Thomas Roth's initiative to provide hand sanitizer to the heroes at Northwell Health Hospitals, New York's largest healthcare provider.
Hand Sanitizer Spray (4-Pack)
Each two-ounce spray bottle contains 75% isopropyl alcohol, glycerin, hydrogen peroxide and purified water. The nail polish company is donating 10,000 units to the City of Los Angeles, with a special emphasis on serving the city’s at-risk homeless population.
Duo Pack Instant Hand Cleanser
Grab a two-pack and share this specialty blend (70% alcohol, lemongrass oil, lemon, pine, orange peel and cypress leaves) with a loved one or someone in need.
Hand Sanitizer
This hand sanitizer contains 62% alcohol and softening glycerin, and Muse is offering guaranteed three-day shipping.
For the most up-to-date news and information about the coronavirus pandemic, visit the World Health Organization website.
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