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Effective sanitizing action, generous portion, and trusted brand make these large pump bottles an excellent choice.

Top brand in hand sanitizers. Alcohol-based gel formula works quickly and absorbs into skin quickly. 2 large pump bottles – 4 liters – ideal for refilling smaller bottles or using in areas with lots of people, such as classrooms.

Original Hand Sanitizer, Pack of 4, 30 oz. each

Fairly strong alcohol smell. Alcohol formula can be drying to the skin.

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The one to choose if budget is your top concern. 4 convenient pump bottles for a low price.

Affordable and effective. 4 (30 oz.) pump bottles. Alcohol-based gel kills germs quickly. Formulated with vitamin E. Refreshing scent.

Can be drying, especially for dry or sensitive skin. Some complaints of broken or half-empty bottles upon arrival.

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Alcohol-Free Foaming Hand Sanitizer, Pack of 3, 8.45 oz. each

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Babyganics

User-friendly pump bottles and alcohol-free formula make this a good choice for sensitive skin.

Formulated for youngsters; doesn’t contain fragrance, dyes, or alcohol; tested by pediatricians and dermatologists. Includes 3 pump bottles that are easy for little hands to operate.

Consistency is on the watery side, so takes a while to dry.

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Instant Hand Sanitizing Foam, Pack of 3, 1.5 oz. each

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Purell

Good, but pricier, alternative if you prefer a foam over gel.

Foam consistency absorbs quickly. Handy pump dispensers in portable-size bottles. Doesn’t dry out skin because it doesn’t contain alcohol. No dyes or fragrance. Trusted brand name.

Pricey, considering the bottles are so small. Can feel a little sticky when dry.

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Botanical Antibacterial Hand Sanitizer Spray, 6-pack

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CleanWell

A favorite among parents, as it’s alcohol-free, eco-friendly, and made with safe ingredients. Not tested on animals and safe for kids.

Ideal for those with sensitive skin, as it contains no alcohol. Biodegradable formula with thyme oil has been rigorously tested at a top US microbiology lab. Spray bottle makes it easy to dispense sanitizer with little to no mess.

Some people find the smell unpleasant and comparable to hospital disinfectant. Reports of issues with the spray straw that make it hard to use product.

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