EVOLVED BY NATURE Gel Sensitive Skin Natural Hand Soap, 3-Pack

Not only is handwashing important for good hygiene, but it can also protect a person from certain respiratory illnesses that are transferred by touch. Unfortunately, not all hand washes are created equal. Many contain chemicals that dry out your skin, which actually makes your skin more susceptible to infection. It’s best to shop for a natural hand soap that cleanses and nourishes skin.

Start off looking for natural hand soaps that meet your style of living. For example, some options are vegan-friendly and never tested on animals. They may also be gluten-free and hypoallergenic. Other brands advertise that their ingredients are free of GMOs.

Next, double-check that the natural hand soap is free of artificial fragrances, dyes, parabens, sulfates, triclosan, phosphates and any other chemical product that could irritate skin.

Once you eliminate natural hand soaps that contain unpleasant ingredients, you can begin looking for a formula that cleans and moisturizes your skin. The Everyone Meyer Lemon and Mandarin Hand Soap contains aloe, which not only moisturizes but also soothes skin. Shea butter is another ingredient to keep an eye out for, as it’s excellent at restoring moisture to your skin without leaving your hands feeling greasy.

Check the natural hand soap’s product label for any added ingredients that provide a benefit to your skin. For example, the ECOS Earth Friendly Products Hand Soap, 17-Ounces includes vitamin E, grapefruit seed extract and lemongrass oil that are full of nutrients and powerful antioxidants. Other soaps contain bataua fruit oil, which does a great job of improving the elasticity of your skin.

Finish your search for the best natural hand soap by opting for a brand with a pleasant scent. There are hand soaps that have a citrus smell, as well as soaps that give off a floral aroma, like lavender or rose. Vanilla is another popular scent that never goes out of style.

• Only 5% of the population actually washes their hands for the right length of time. Experts recommend washing hands for a total of 20 seconds each time. Children who can’t yet count to 20 can sing the song “Twinkle, Twinkle Little Star” while they rub the soap over their fingers and hands.
• It’s good practice to use a paper towel to dry your hands after washing and then use that paper towel to turn off the water. This way you won’t recontaminate your hands.
• Although natural hand soaps are free of harsh chemicals, they may still contain ingredients that are harmful if swallowed. Always supervise young children when they use soap to clean their hands.
• Your hand soap can actually be used to complete many tasks in addition to cleaning your hands. You can mix the soap with water and spray it on the underside of your plant leaves to prevent pest infestations, pour a little over a stuck zipper to loosen it up and coat a sewing needle so that it is easier to poke through your fabric. You can even spray your car tires with a mixture of soap and water to detect a leak. If you spot any bubbling, that’s where you have a leak.
• Look at the price per ounce when comparing natural hand soaps. The Everyone Meyer Lemon and Mandarin Hand Soap is one of the more affordable chemical-free hand soaps on the market.