Can use concentrations be calculated by using the rule of three?

Pure alcohols can slightly dry out the skin. Well-formulated hand disinfectants, however, contain caring substances that prevent the skin from drying out even during intensive use . In addition, alcohol-based hand disinfectants do not affect the natural...

Generally, hand disinfectants based on alcohols possess good skin tolerability. A burning sensation and reddened skin upon contact with alcohol-based hand disinfectants are signs of pre-damaged skin. In these cases, the alcohol can...

In the regularly updated glossary you will find important technical terms related to infection prevention. In alphabetical order from A–Z, hygiene terms important for the practice and understanding of infection prevention are explained.