Can flower dew water be used as a substitute for alcohol disinfection?

Sep 20, 2024 Source: Cainiu Health
Dr. Yang Ziqi
Introduction
In general, mosquito repellent cannot replace alcohol for disinfection. Although mosquito repellent contains a certain amount of alcohol, its concentration is usually insufficient to effectively kill bacteria, thus failing to achieve the desired disinfecting effect. For proper disinfection, it is recommended to use professional antiseptic products such as medical alcohol, povidone-iodine, or hydrogen peroxide under medical guidance, in order to avoid unnecessary harm to the body.

Generally speaking, insect repellent is not a suitable substitute for alcohol as a disinfectant and usually does not achieve effective disinfection. The detailed explanation is as follows:

Insect repellent mainly contains neroli oil, rose geranium oil, lemon oil, alcohol, and other ingredients, and is typically used to repel mosquitoes and insects. Alcohol, on the other hand, is usually produced through modern manufacturing processes and is commonly used in medical settings due to its ability to kill bacteria and disinfect. Although insect repellent does contain some alcohol, its concentration may be insufficient for effective disinfection. Moreover, insect repellent includes various additional chemical components; if applied to wounds, it may cause infection or irritation and delay wound healing.

When disinfecting, it is recommended to use professional antiseptic products such as medical alcohol, povidone-iodine, or hydrogen peroxide under medical guidance to avoid unnecessary harm to the body.

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