2022 was the culmination of a historical period in time, one that was saturated in hand sanitizer. No one was immune to the dry, sore skin, unpleasant smell and unfortunate side effects of the constant use of hand sanitizer over the past few years. Luckily a few brands stepped up to elevate the world of sanitation and saved our hands from further abuse. Celebrating the first year of the hand sanitizer category, the 2022 Clean Beauty Awards honoured the top five clean hand sanitizers that won’t leave you aching for moisturizers.
1 My Alchemy Skin Care - My Alchemy Skin Care Purifier PLUS
My Alchemy Skin Care's conditioning hand sanitizer is made with 65% Organic Grape Alcohol and Essential Oils with powerful benefits to purify, nourish and give skin an intense moisture boost. This plant-based product offers a quick absorbing lotion that is conveniently portable and helps to protect against germs, dryness and chapping. The aromatherapy benefit of Purifier PLUS helps bring some peace and calm to your day whilst keeping your hands clean and silky smooth. For all ages and every body, Purifier PLUS is cruelty-free, Vegan Friendly and recyclable.
2 Sootsoap Supply Co. Ltd. - Premium Hand Sanitizer Gel
SOOTSOAP Premium Hand Sanitizer Gel was initially developed for first responders, frontline and healthcare workers to combat common complaints of dried, even bleeding hands from hand sanitizer overuse. Frustrated with sticky residue and smelling like yesterday's hangover, SOOTSOAP Premium Hand Sanitizer Gel is a game changer. SOOTSOAP's unique Hand Sanitizer will not only kill harmful bacteria, it will leave your hands soft and keep that alcohol smell at bay. It has a silky smooth consistency is quick drying, with no sticky residue and contains moisturizing aloe. The scent is of real peppermint and contains only pharmaceutical-grade ingredients.
3 AREMES FERMENTIS - Aloe Vera Hand Cleansing Gel
The Hand Cleansing Gel is a gentle and non-drying sanitizer that contains ingredients like aloe vera, lavender essential oil, Vitamin E, and Pro-vitamin B5 to deliver moisture and protection to the skin. This product will provide a necessary boost in both hygiene and hydration.
4 Moor Spa - Moor Spa Hand Sanitizing Spray
Moor Spa kills harmful bacteria and germs with 100% natural formulation with Aloe Vera, Vitamin E, and purifying Western Red Cedar Leaf Oil that leaves skin feeling deeply nourished, soft and hydrated.
5 Natural Red - Germ Freek Hand Sanitizer
Natural Red’s Germ Freek Hand Sanitizer unites the germ-killing power of alcohol and the antibacterial, antifungal, antimicrobial properties of lemon, clove, cinnamon, rosemary, and eucalyptus essential oils. These ingredients are blended together with the soothing and moisturizing duo of aloe vera gel and castor oil. This sanitizer leaves your hands clean, moisturized, and smelling fresh.
The 2022 Clean Beauty Awards judges agreed these products are the evolved version of typical hand sanitizers. They are promising you a more pleasant clean-hand experience on the go. Want to learn more about the best of the best of clean beauty? We are breaking down the lists of finalists in every category. Take a look at the lip care and eye care finalists here.