In an official FDA news release dated April 11, 2019, they stated:
“Consumer antiseptic hand sanitizers provide a convenient alternative when hand washing with plain soap and water is unavailable… If soap and water are not available, the CDC recommends using an alcohol-based hand sanitizer that contains at least 60 percent alcohol.”
In order to accomplish this, it is essential to use the right alcohol:
· High proof grain alcohol (90+% Ethanol/Ethyl alcohol or high proof, 94% alcohol Everclear) OR
· 91-99% Isopropyl rubbing alcohol
DO NOT USE regular vodka, as it is only 40% alcohol.
*Use a blender when using the Natursense Aloe Vera Gel to get a smooth consistency
1) Basic and Easy DIY Hand Sanitizer
Key ingredients
- 1 part NaturSense Aloe Vera Gel
- 2 parts alcohol
- Optional: your favorite essential oil for fragrance (lavender, citrus, etc.)
Directions
1. Pour 1/3 cup NaturSense Aloe Vera Gel into a blender (or into a bowl if using an immersion blender)
2. Pour 2/3 cup alcohol into a measuring cup
3. Add a small amount of alcohol and blend
4. Continue adding small amounts of alcohol and blending each addition until all alcohol is combined. Solution should be smooth. If not, continue blending.
5. When alcohol is blended into the aloe gel, add 5-8 drops of essential oil and blend, if fragrance is desired
6. Any solids formed by the plant-based thickener (Xanthan) in the aloe gel may be strained out.
7. Pour into four 2 oz travel bottles (spray or flip top) for yourself and family. Give it a shake before using.
2) Hand Sanitizer with Tea Tree Oil and Essential Oils
Key ingredients
- Tea Tree essential oil
- Lavender essential oil
- Alcohol
- NaturSense Aloe Vera Gel
- Vitamin E oil
Directions
1. Pour 1 oz NaturSense Aloe Vera Gel into a blender (or into a bowl if using an immersion blender)
2. Add 5-10 drops lavender essential oil, 30 drops Tea Tree essential oil and Vitamin E oil
3. Pour 3 ounces of alcohol into a measuring cup
4. Add a small amount of alcohol and blend
5. Continue adding small amounts of alcohol and blending each addition until all alcohol is combined. Solution should be smooth. If not, continue blending.
6. Any solids formed by the plant-based thickener (Xanthan) in the aloe gel may be strained out.
7. Pour into two 2 oz travel bottles (spray or flip top). Give it a shake before using.
3) Hand Sanitizer with Hydrogen Peroxide
Ingredients
- Alcohol
- 3% hydrogen peroxide
- 98% glycerin
- NaturSense Aloe Vera Gel
Directions
1. Combine 1/3 cup NaturSense Aloe Vera Gel with 1 tablespoon hydrogen peroxide and 1 teaspoon glycerin in a blender.
2. Pour 2/3 cup alcohol into a measuring cup
3. Add a small amount of alcohol and blend
4. Continue adding small amounts of alcohol and blending each addition until all alcohol is combined. Solution should be smooth. If not, continue blending.
5. Any solids formed by the plant-based thickener (Xanthan) in the aloe gel may be strained out.
6. Pour into two 2 oz travel bottles (spray or flip top). Give it a shake before using.