Avoid Panic Buying During Quarantine And Stop Wasting Your Hard-Earned Money On These Products

Published on 04/19/2020
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You Do Not Need Those DIY Hand Sanitizer Supplies

Hand sanitizer sales went up by 313% by the end of February. A lot of people started making DIY ones, and professionals do not approve. If you plan to make one of those, the World Health Organization said that you need alcohol that has an ethanol content of 96% and up. This is a lot higher than what most whiskeys and vodkas offer. On top of that, the London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine said that it is important to mix the ingredients correctly since you might damage your health and skin.

You Do Not Need Those DIY Hand Sanitizer Supplies

You Do Not Need Those DIY Hand Sanitizer Supplies

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Do Not Overstock On Expensive Cleaning Supplies

You do not have to stockpile expensive cleaning supplies. Infectious diseases expert John Swartzberg said that if you want to keep your house clean, you can simply use normal household items. He said, “[COVID-19] is easily destroyed by most disinfectants.” You are not going to see any difference even if you use expensive and high-quality items. It is better to focus on using the supplies properly. Consumer Reports associate health editor Catherine Roberts advised to focus on high-touch areas such as stair rails, sink handles, and doorknobs. These places have higher chances of carrying infectious diseases.

Do Not Overstock On Expensive Cleaning Supplies

Do Not Overstock On Expensive Cleaning Supplies

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