Posted By Chris Packham
I would not myself recommend a non-alcohol based skin sanitising rub. These invariably incorporate an active ingredient in the form of a biocide. In antiseptic skin cleansers this already causes skin problems. In a leave-on product the potential for the development of an allergic reaction must be much higher.

Many studies have shown that properly buffered alcohol based gel sanitising rubs do not "dry" the skin. Indeed, the studies have shown that in many cases there is an improvement in skin condition due to the emollient effect of the sanitising rub. This contributes to the skin's defence against colonisation by transient (pathogenic) micro-organisms.

If you need more contact me direct.

Chris

Posted By Scott d
Hi Chris,

Sorry, I should have explained further but I was on my way to a meeting and had limited time.

We will not be replacing the alcohol based gel as a whole. This is particularly for an employee who is having problems with this gel. The application of the gel is the only thing which has changed in her work routine.

Thank you for your advice; I have read many of your postings on skin related issues in the past and have always found them of great value.

It may be that I persue the non-alcohol based gel as a short term option for this employee; whilst investigating the issue further with Occupational Health.

Thanks Chris,

Scott