What is the best way to wash hands to prevent the new coronavirus? Is it better to wash hands with soap or perfumed soap?

We all know that the new coronavirus is a new virus that has recently broken out. It is highly contagious, can survive in the air for a period of time, and can be spread through contact, so you must wash your hands frequently. So what is the best way to wash your hands to prevent the new coronavirus? Let's take a closer look!

Is it better to wash hands with soap or perfumed soap?

Soap and soap can both kill bacteria and disinfect.

According to Singapore's Straits Times, Dr. Kalisvar Marimuthu, senior infectious disease consultant at the National Center for Infectious Diseases (NCID) of Singapore, said that the best way to prevent the new coronavirus is to wash your hands with soap and water. The disinfectant wipes and hand sanitizers we commonly use now cannot replace soap.

Dr. Marimusu said that using soap and running water can reduce the number of various bacteria on your hands, so washing your hands frequently can keep your hands clean. But if you don't have soap and water, then using hand sanitizer containing at least 60% alcohol is a good choice. To be effective, you must apply enough soap or hand sanitizer to your hands, and rub your hands carefully for at least 20 seconds on every part of your hands and wrists, then rinse off the foam with running water and let your hands dry naturally instead of drying them with a towel.

What is the best way to wash your hands to prevent the new coronavirus?

1. Soap: Low-key soap making, high-profile sterilization

Soap is the ancestor of washing products. Before soap and hand sanitizer came out, its usage rate was relatively high. In the early days, almost every household used it.

The ingredients of ordinary soap are relatively simple, which are salts of higher fatty acids or mixed fatty acids. The potassium and sodium salts have a strong decontamination and sterilization effect after dissolving in water. The US Food and Drug Administration believes that soap is the best hand washing product. Washing hands with clean water and soap can completely prevent the spread of diseases.

2. Soap: moisturizing, fragrant and smooth

With the continuous improvement of our living standards, people are no longer satisfied with just washing their hands, but instead pursue the moisturization and fragrance of their skin. As a result, soap came into being.

Soap also contains sodium fatty acid, so its cleaning effect is no different from that of ordinary soap. The main function of soap for washing hands is to moisturize the skin. Compared with ordinary soap, it also adds some skin care ingredients (such as glycerin and coconut oil), so it is relatively milder.

3. Hand sanitizer: a special product for caring for your hands

Sharing soap and perfumed soap is more likely to cause cross infection, so people have invented a new washing product - hand sanitizer. Even if multiple people share it, there is no risk of spreading bacteria. Moreover, the ingredients of hand sanitizer are similar to those of ordinary soap and perfumed soap, so their antibacterial and antibacterial effects are almost the same.

The pros and cons of soap, bar soap, and hand sanitizer

First, let's talk about soap. It is very cost-effective. You can buy a piece for 2-3 yuan and it can be used for a long time. But it is best not to share a piece of soap with others. At the same time, clean and replace the soap box regularly, and keep the soap box and soap body dry when not in use to avoid cross infection of bacteria and fungi.

After using soap, your hands will generally be dry. If you don't apply hand cream in time, your hands will peel off in a short time. It is best to apply some moisturizing hand cream after using soap to protect your hands.

The hand sanitizer bottle is completely sealed, and the hands cannot touch the liquid itself, which can effectively avoid cross infection caused by multiple people sharing soap and soap, and bacteria breeding caused by the damp soap body and soap box. However, hand sanitizer also has disadvantages. After using hand sanitizer, it is difficult to rinse, especially when a large amount of hand sanitizer is used. Hand sanitizer easily adheres to the skin of the hands and is difficult to rinse off.

When should you wash your hands frequently?

1. Wash your hands immediately after arriving at work

2. Wash your hands before eating

3. Wash your hands after visiting high-risk areas such as elevators and canteens.

4. Wash your hands immediately after coming back from outside

5. Wash your hands before touching your face, especially your nostrils and eyes.