Q: What are GermaKill� hand sanitizers?
A: GermaKill� is the brand name, which provides germ-killing, antibacterial and antimicrobial characteristics for you and your family. GermaKill� has come to be known as one of the premier names in hand sanitizers, and hand washing liquid soap against germs causing illnesses.
Q: What does GermaKill� hand sanitizers do?
A: GermaKill� kills 99.99% of many common harmful germs in as little as 15 seconds. It is formulated to kill germs when you don�t have access to soap and water. It�s used on hands, without soap, water or towels, leaving them feeling refreshed and soft. Use it anytime, anywhere.
Q: How do I use GermaKill� hand sanitizer?
A: Apply a dime-sized amount to dry hands. Rub together until dry. No rinsing required. No towels needed.
Q: Why should I use GermaKill� hand sanitizer?
A: Studies have shown that good hand hygiene is important for maintaining a healthy lifestyle. According to the Center for Disease Control and Prevention, over 80% of all infectious illnesses are spread by the hands. GermaKill� hand sanitizers and GermaKill� foaming soaps will help you and your family maintains good hand hygiene.
Q: What ingredients are in GermaKill� hand sanitizer?
A: GermaKill� contains the active Ingredient: Ethyl Alcohol 63%. GermaKill� hand sanitizers also contain moisturizers, and other ingredients to provide optimal germ killing without the drying effects of other hand sanitizers. Some of the other ingredients include: Water, Isopropyl Alcohol, Carbomer, Tocopheryl Acetate (Vitamin E), Glycerin, Propylene Glycol, Isopropyl Myristate, and Fragrance.
Q: Isn't alcohol drying to the skin?
A: Alcohol by itself can have drying effects. GermaKill� hand sanitizer is made of ingredients, which contain moisturizers and vitamin E, along with the effective ingredient of alcohol. This combination gives effective germ killing power without drying your skin, with continued use throughout the day.
GermaKill� hand sanitizer or alcohol-based gel has been used and recommended by nurses and other caregivers for more than 10 years. According to the CDC, a properly formulated, alcohol-based hand sanitizer with emollients is actually better tolerated than soap-and-water hand washing - not drying and irritating.
Q: Does GermaKill� hand sanitizer leave a residue?
A: No. Once GermaKill� is allowed to evaporate, there is virtually no residue or stickiness on the skin.
Q: How often do I use GermaKill� hand sanitizer?
A: We recommend using GermaKill� anytime soap and water are not available for hand washing. For instance, after using public transportation, a public phone, changing a diaper, and before and after food preparation. GermaKill� can also be used at home and used after hand washing to help kill the germs that remain.
Q: How long does GermaKill� hand sanitizer work?
A: GermaKill� has no residual germ-killing effect. GermaKill� kills germs on contact, but once it has evaporated, the germ killing action has stopped.
Q: Where do the germs go?
A: Alcohol breaks down the germs� cell walls causing them to die.
Q: How can I tell that the GermaKill� instant hand sanitizer is working?
A: GermaKill� instant hand sanitizer works as the alcohol evaporates.
Q: How Does GermaKill� instant hand sanitizer compare to Why does the label of the product contain the warning: "KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN"?
A: The GermaKill� products are classified as Over The Counter (OTC) drugs under the Food and Drug Administration (FDA). Therefore, GermaKill� products are subject to labeling requirements of the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) which specify the warning "Keep out of the reach of children" on the package.
This labeling is an FDA requirement for all OTC drugs. It is a precaution found on many products. It does not mean, �do not use on children�.
This warning is intended to draw the attention of parents so that they can properly supervise children when using the product and explain to children of the appropriate age how to use the product safely.
Q: What if my child swallows GermaKill� hand sanitizer or GermaKill� antibacterial Liquid hand soap?
A: If your child ingests GermaKill� hand sanitizer or GermaKill� antibacterial Liquid hand soap you should call, IMMEDIATELY:
Q: Is it safe to use your hands to eat or handle food with your hands right after using GermaKill� hand sanitizer?
A: Yes. Once the GermaKill� hand sanitizer has evaporated from your hands, which takes 15-30 seconds, your hands are safe to handle food.
Q: Can I use GermaKill� antibacterial liquid hand soap on my face and as whole body soap?
A: GermaKill� antibacterial liquid hand soap is formulated to be most effective on hands.
Q: Can I use GermaKill� antibacterial liquid hand soap on babies and children?
A: Under proper supervision, use of Germakill antibacterial liquid hand soap is an excellent way to help prevent the spread of harmful germs among children. Any one handling infant children can help protect the child and themselves from germs by using GermaKill� antibacterial liquid hand soap before and after contact. GermaKill� antibacterial liquid hand soap kills 99.99% of germs.
Q: How many uses are there in 8.5 oz GermaKill� antibacterial liquid hand soap bottle?
A: It depends on the number of pumps a person uses per wash. Each 8.5 oz GermaKill� antibacterial liquid hand soap pump provides about 150 pumps per bottle.
Q: Can I dilute GermaKill� antibacterial liquid hand soap with water to make it last longer?
A: We strongly recommend that you do not dilute GermaKill� antibacterial liquid hand soap with water to make it last longer. The GermaKill� antibacterial liquid hand soap has been carefully formulated to be most effective at the concentration provided.
Q: Does GermaKill� antibacterial liquid hand soap work in hard and soft water?
A: GermaKill� antibacterial liquid hand soap works great in all types of water. Our new richer lather antibacterial formula is even better and works great in all types of water.
Q: What active ingredients are in GermaKill� antibacterial liquid hand soap?
A: The active ingredient in GermaKill� antibacterial liquid hand soap is triclosan (0.30%), a natural antibacterial that kills 99.99% of germs. It also contains moisturizers, thickeners and a light, fresh scent.
Q: What�s the difference between �antibacterial� products from GermaKill� antibacterial liquid hand soap and �antibiotic� drugs?
A: Antibiotic drugs, such as penicillin, are used to treat and target single specific bacterial infections. Antibacterial products, such as GermaKill� antibacterial liquid hand soap contain broad-spectrum antimicrobial ingredients with activity against many bacteria, and are formulated to kill bacterial on skin to help prevent the risk or spread of illness.
Q: Why is it important to know GermaKill's "alcohol free hand sanitizer" and "antibacterial liquid soap" are free from "animal products"?
A: People of various faiths and nationalities around the world prefer their cosmetic and personal care products to be free from "animal products". Keeping our customer's preferences in mind, GermaKill� manufactures "alcohol free hand sanitizer" and "antibacterial liquid soap" with the ingredients, free from animal derivatives.