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The 2-ingredient homemade antibacterial hand sanitiser recipe that's now going viral

Run out of hand santiser? - by Michelle Connolly
  • 14 Mar 2020
The 2-ingredient homemade antibacterial hand sanitiser recipe that's now going viral

The coronavirus pandemic has sent shoppers across the nation into a frenzy, with panic buying is sweeping supermarkets.

Not only is it difficult purchase necessities like toilet paper, tissues and soap, antibacterial gel has also been out of stock for what seems like weeks now. And as soon as new shipments of hand sanitiser arrive, keen shoppers are snapping up what they can leaving shelves bare.

The World Health Organization (WHO) has advised that the best way to protect yourself against diseases and infection is to use good hygiene practices. Hand washing has never been more important as more cases of coronavirus are confirmed daily.

But when you are out and about - making your trip to work, on outings with the family or just anytime you leave the house - having antibacterial gel in your bag is always handy to give your hands a once over when you do not have access to soap and water.

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You need Aloe Vera to make your own hand sanitiser.

Image: Getty

If you, like so many Australians, have run out of hand sanitiser, you might like to try and make your own. It’s quick, simple and affordable.

All you will need is:

* Isoproyl x 2 parts

* Aloe Vera x 1 part

You can purchase both from your local pharmacy or supermarket.

Mix together well and pour into individual spray bottles.

Tip: only use 6 times and then wash your hands with soap and water. This will help break up usage a bit to prevent immunity to it.

This story was originally published on Practical Parenting. 

Michelle Connolly
Michelle Connolly
Michelle Connolly has worked as a photo director, social media manager and photo editor at some of Australia's biggest media companies, including New Idea. She is now editor of I Bought It At and is a keen shopper and loving mum-of-two.

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