Fragrance-free sanitiser vs scented hand sanitiser

Is fragrance-free hand sanitiser better than scented hand sanitiser? Is scented hand sanitiser as effective as fragrance-free hand sanitiser? What are the best hand sanitisers for children? These are all good questions and very important questions to ask, even more now, in our current situation.

To find out more about both types of hand sanitisers, I’ve partnered up with Ocean Free. Ocean Free supplies scented hand sanitiser and fragrance-free hand sanitiser, so I thought they would be the best people to ask these questions.

Both sanitisers are effective and will leave hands clean and refreshed. These can kill up to 99.999% of bacteria, germs and viruses that might be on your hands, and thus, help you to stay healthy and reduce the spread of germs, bacteria and viruses to others. As Emmys Mummy says, “hand sanitiser is our best friend in the fight against viruses and bacteria, the main culprits of unwanted illnesses and diseases.”

Fragrance-free is not better or more effective than scented sanitiser. It comes down personal preference which one you choose to purchase and use. However, it is important to mention that fragrance-free hand sanitiser is better for sensitive skin.

According to the Environmental Protection Agency, “some consumers and purchasers prefer or require fragrance-free products.” If your skin is sensitive or suffers from eczema or other skin conditions, it is recommended for you to use fragrance-free products, so that these will not cause further irritation to your skin.

If you do not have any skin condition and would prefer a pleasingly fragrant hand sanitiser, then scented hand sanitisers would be the best choice for you. These combine the effectiveness of hand sanitiser and a pleasing aroma that will leave your hands clean and smelling great.

These same points apply for children’s hand sanitiser. However, it might be easier to encourage children to use hand sanitizer that has a pleasant scent. For instance, Ocean Free supplies magical fantasy scent designed for children as well as other scents that children and adults alike might find appealing, such as lemon zest, sea breeze and aloe vera.

This article on Let Them Be Small highlights the importance of promoting the safe use of hand sanitiser, mentioning that children should use hand sanitiser under adult supervision and “when not in use, I’d advise to keep hand sanitiser bottles away from reach and always keep an eye on your children when using hand sanitiser.”