Eureka, I’ve struck gold. Like you, I’m not a fan of rinse-less hand sanitizers made of impossible to pronounce ingredients. Over the years, I’ve occasionally made the mistake of trying a few different brands — and they were basically, gross — left my hands feeling sticky and smelling badly. But I recently tried a new sanitizer that not only works, but also feels and smells great. (more)
Moisturizing Hand Sanitizer from Surya Brasil is certified organic through Eco Cert, and made with special plant ingredients from Brazil which include: Aloe for its soothing and healing properties, Jua, a cleansing and refreshing fruit and Acai, a powerful moisturizer and antioxidant rich in protein, omega-9 fatty acid and Vitamin E. (Noticeably absent are: mineral oil, parabens, petrochemicals, carbomer, synthetic fragrance and artificial coloring.) The pleasant scent is derived from a blend of essential oils including Lavender, Peppermint and Ylang Ylang. To top it off, it’s made by cruelty-free means, and kills 99.99% of germs.
Dermatologically tested and hypoallergenic, Surya hand sanitizer is available in two sizes: pocket size tube (2.02 fl oz/60 ml) for $4.99 and desktop bottle (6.76 fl oz/200 ml) for $14.99.
Surya is a member of Campaign for Safe Cosmetics
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looks like it tastes good too…but their website doesn’t provide any supporting documentation re: effectiveness as a germ/bacteria killer (we’re thinking that hand sanitizers are supposed to be antiseptic/anti-bacterial–and the disclosed ingredients in this product include an antioxidant, but don’t seem to provide for protection against MRSA, Staph, Hepatitis, Salmonella, and other pathogens that hand sanitizers are intended for.
is this registered with the FDA as a hand sanitizer??
I found out about this hand sanitizer this week and I also loved it! My hands feel fantastic.
Dr Stu,
The company, (Surya Brasil), has been contacted in regards to your comments. Thank you for inquiring…to be continued.
I’d also like to mention that the product is certified organic through Eco Cert (which I just noted in the post above).
Maureen
I like the fact that the scent is natural and
not overpowering, my hands feel so smooth. I am impressed!
To respond to Dr. Stu,
Thanks for your interest in Surya hand sanitizer. The active ingredient in
Surya’s unique hand sanitizer is ethyl alcohol processed from organically grown grain. Our hand sanitizer is in compliance with the FDA standards and it is dermatologically tested and hypoallergenic.
Our botanicals add special properties to enhance the performance of this outstanding new product. Plant ingredients from Brazil include Aloe for its soothing and healing roperties,Juá,a cleansing and refreshing fruit and Açaì,a powerful moisturizer and antioxidant rich in protein, omega-9 fatty acid and Vitamin
E. The fresh, pleasant scent is derived from a blend of essential oils including Lavender, Peppermint and Ylang Ylang.
Surya Brasil’s Moisturizing Hand Sanitizer is certified organic through Eco Cert and is cruelty-free. Known to be gentle on sensitive skin, the Moisturizing Hand Sanitizer kills 99.99% of germs on the hands when conveniently applied any place, any time. No rinsing is required. The product does not contain mineral oil, parabens, petrochemicals, carbomer,
synthetic fragrance or artificial coloring.
Bettina Bond
Surya National Educator
I tried your hand santizer and I was surprised to find that my hands were softer after using it,
usually my hands sting when I use these kind of products. I have pets and also love to cook so always using a hand sanitizer…I wont be going back to my old brand. Thanks!
I am very interested in locating a naturally moisturizing, effective and pure-grade hand sanitizer. Is this the one? I have researched a little with the CDC, Center for Disease Control and FDA and both their recommendations are to only use hand sanitizers with a % ethyl alcohol that is of at least 60%. In fact anything less than this 60% could be ADDING!! bacteria. Please review at:
http://www.cdc.gov/ncidod/eid/vol12no03/pdfs/05-0955.pdf
I would like to ask Bettina what the % of Surya Hand Sanitizer is and whether it does in fact follow the guidelines set by the FDA and CDC.
Thank you.
Mark,
Thanks for your interest in Surya Hand Sanitizer,if you would like information on locations for purchase or additional information on our ingredients please contact
the company.
bettina
Bettina, thank you for responding to my blog. As Surya’s National Education representative I did not receive the actual alcohol content of Surya Hand Santizer from you, so I did as you requested and investigated further. I have since found that the product you represent is 45% ethyl alcohol. I now have my answer. Best regards Mark.