The 10 Best Hand Sanitizers To Keep ‘Em Germs at Bay

We have already said it once and we will say it again. Times have drastically changed. Life, as we know it, has been almost fully disrupted because of this pandemic. The bad news is that for as long as there is no clear-cut cure to Coronavirus,we cannot go back to “normal. On the other hand, the good news is that these changes do not always have to be nerve-wracking. For instance, keeping hands clean is easy super easy! 

The Best Hand Sanitizers are the ones which can easily be stashed into your everyday bag as we slowly get back to work and doors slowly start opening up once again. While experts still highly recommend going for the good ol’ wash-your-hands-soap technique, having access to it is not always possible. It would also not hurt to carry around some added protection in the form of a hand sanitizer. 

Ironically, this product has been around for the longest time and because of that it might get a little confusing to choose which one to get for yourself. We did our homework : a bit of research and asking around here and there to create a rundown of things you need to know on hand sanitizer effectiveness and hand sanitizer prices. 

With that, here is a list of hand sanitizers you want to consider on your next personal care shopping spree : 

Tony Moly 62% Aloe Chok Chok Hand Gel 

We know what you are thinking! Tony Moly has made a name for itself for their make up and skin care products. To be completely honest, while it is a very rare occurrence that we have heard of it – it is apparently an internet-crowd favourite with a sizable amount of raving reviews. It comes in a cute bottle with enough alcohol percentage to kill those germs. You also have the option to purchase it in two’s if you want to stock up. 

Tony Moly 62% Aloe Chok Chok Hand Gel retails for $6. 

Megababe Squeaky Clean Hand Sanitizer 

This (really) pocket-sized product proves that hand sanitizer effectiveness is not measured by the size of the package. *wink* *wink*. Small as it may seem, this product has quite a powerful punch. Aside from the whopping 62% of alcohol that is good enough to kill those nasties, it also has almond and marula oils to keep it moisturized. 

Baby Bum Sanitizer 

For the vegans : If you have kids at home, it is    highly likely that their safety is your priority. In fact, even more so than yours. This Baby Bum sanitizer is especially formulated for children, toddlers and even babies. Yes, you read that right! BABIES. Even without the use of harsh chemicals, it promises to get rid of up to 99.9% of germs. 

Baby Bum Sanitizer retails at $3.99

By Humankind Hand Sanitizer Refills 

Is eco-friendliness what you are after more than hand sanitizer prices? This might be one of the best options out there for you. With 65% alcohol and added moisturizing benefits of hyaluronic acid, it is not only good for you, it is also a great way to keep your hands hydrated. It comes in two kinds : unscented and grapefruit. To top it all off, $1 out of every sale goes to The Robin Hood Relief Fund. 

By Humankind Hand Sanitizer Refills retails at $20 for 20 ounces. 

Puracy Natural Foaming Hand Sanitizer 

If you are keen on getting results as quickly as possible, the Puracy Natural Foaming Hand Sanitizer is a great option for you. Aside from the fact that it is vegan, it prides itself on giving you germ-killing results in as fast as 15 seconds! It is fast drying. It is mess-free. It does not contain alcohol. It is fragrance-free. Best of all, it is also hypoallergenic. Now that really is an abundant dose of assurance. And great value for your money at that. 

Puracy Natural Foaming Hand Sanitizer retails at  5.09% 

Cabinet : Instant Hand Cleanser 

In an easy-to-use and ready-to-spray formula, the Cabinet : Instant Hand Cleanser is made of 70% alcohol. You are really sure to get the job done. It also comes in a sem-minimalist cute bottle. Aside from that extra kick of alcohol, it also contains quite a list of ingredients that are good for you – lemongrass oil, lemon, pine, orange peel and cypress leaves. All of which give it a nice, pleasant smell – and we are willing to bet you would not mind applying it over and over! 

Cabinet : Instant Hand Cleanser retails for $8 for a pack of two. 

Public Goods Hand Sanitizer 

It is minimalist, pocket-sized and very straightforward. If you are looking for hand sanitizer effectiveness that also comes in a cute packaging that you can easily store in your make up kit or purse, the Public Goods Hand Sanitizer is an alcohol-based sanitizer that makes a consideration-worthy choice. It is a lightly-fragrance formulation that contains ethyl alcohol and glycerin that claims to kill up to 99.9% of germs. To balance it all out, it also contains aloe vera to make sure that your hands are kept soft to touch. 

Public Goods Hand Sanitizer retails for $2. 

Honest Hand Sanitizer Spray

Another one for the vegans and the plant-based : The Honest Hand Sanitizer spray is100% plant-based. While it is not necessarily an alcohol-based sanitizer, it still gets the job done thanks to the germ-killing abilities found in its natural ingredients. Just like most non-vegan counterparts, it is also effective in killing 99.9% of germs and bacteria. Every bottle contains a hefty amount of glycerin and aloe – both of which help combat the drying effects of sanitizers. Essentially, it leaves your hands moisturized. 

Honest Hand Sanitizer spray retails for $3. 

Primally Pure Hand Sanitizer 

Hold up, we have another one on the list for the vegans and the plant-based. This next one is a crowd-favourite among the naturals and organics fans. The Primally Pure Hand Sanitizer will give your hands a thoughtfully formulated protection – be it from dirt, bacteria or germs. Infused with 63% grape seed alcohol that is known for its anti-bacterial and disinfecting properties, it is a formulation that is strong enough to kill viruses, too. If you are constantly suffering from irritation, you are in for a treat as it also contains lavender and tea tree oil. 

Primally Pure Hand Sanitizer retails for $12. 

Dr. Bronner’s Lavender Hand Sanitizer 

A hand sanitizer that does its job perfectly well while giving you the fresh, calming scent of lavenders? Yes Please! Dr. Bronner’s Lavender Hand Sanitizer does the germ-killing in the most gentle and natural way possible. It contains 62% organic ethyl alcohol, water, organic lavender oil and organic glycerin. If you are not that big a fan of sanitizers with strong, pungent smells – here is one that might be right for you. 

Dr. Bronner’s Lavender Hand Sanitizer retails for $4

Aesop Resurrection Rinse-Free Hand Wash 

Honestly speaking, why should we settle for calling it a hand sanitizer when we could call it something prettier. Like, a resurrection rinse-free hand wash instead, right? Aesop definitely thought of it first. While definitely pricier than almost everything in this list combined, this Aesop Resurrection Rinse-Free Hand Wash turns out to be a cult-favourite among skin care junkies because of its perfected alcohol-based germ killing powers. It is tiny, fancy and the amazing citrus and wood scent makes it worth the splurge. It also boasts of a covet-worthy ingredient list too : rosemary leaf, mandarin rind and cedar atlas. 

Aesop Resurrection Rinse-Free Hand Wash retails for $39. 

BONUS: Saie Hand Sanitizer 

Because we are faced with a pandemic like we have never seen before, businesses will also need to come up with new and creative ways to make their strategies more adept to the call of the times. Personal Cale, Cosmetics & Skin Care brand Saie,is doing an exceptional job at doing that. The Saie Hand Sanitizer is an antibacterial gel that contains 62% alcohol. Aside from its germ-killing powers, it also contains vitamin E and glycerin to help protect you moisturize and keep those free radicals away. Amazing, right? 

Have we mentioned that this comes in free with every purchase on their website, too! Yup, no catch, no minimum orders – purchase any item that you want and you get this hand sanitizer for free. To be honest, it makes the perfect excuse to buy another lip gloss. 

It is both a challenging and confusing time for all of us. By making the change as fun, as exciting and as easy as possible, we will all thrive in the new normal. So, take a few drops of hand sanitizer, kill those germs and make magic happen!