It is part of a group of microbicidal substances known as “non-antibiotic antimicrobial molecules”, which due to its broad spectrum, fast action, wide safety margin, concentration, stabilization method and efficiency, can be used to control and prevent a large number of infections. The use of Hypochlorous Acid has made it possible for people to be protected from the virus without using toxic cleaners and disinfectants that endanger general health.
Why Are So-Called Toxic Cleaners And Disinfectants Dangerous?
The New York Times states that during the pandemic, cases of poisoning due to the use and misuse of toxic disinfectants and cleaners have increased. While disinfectants are produced for use on hard surfaces, cleaners are products formulated for use on human skin. The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) warns that disinfectant sprays and wipes cause severe skin and eye irritation.
Another thing the Mentis Company discovered during the Covid-19 crisis is that some people are more vulnerable to the effects of the virus. When we look closely at their health status, we see that these people have existing diseases or have weakened immune systems or respiratory systems due to their advanced age. It is important to remember that these people are especially in the risk class when fighting viral (virus-induced) and bacterial infections. We should not forget that some substances in many of the products marketed as disinfectants and cleaners have negative effects on the immune and respiratory systems, thus reducing our endurance and resistance to viruses.
Hypochlorous Acid And Its Efficiency
Hypochlorous Acid (HCLO) is considered among the most powerful natural disinfectants, non-toxic for humans, animals and plants, it is highly effective for its powerful oxidant to eliminate invading pathogens such as bacteria, fungi and viruses. Studies with scientific evidence have confirmed that hypochlorous acid can eliminate the COVID-19 virus on surfaces, being of great importance since the World Health Organization considers that the most effective strategies to combat it is cleaning spaces and surfaces.
The efficiency of hypochlorous acid and its safety has allowed it to be used today in areas of health, food safety and water treatment. On the other hand, it has a greater advantage over chemicals such as quaternary ammonium because it is not safe for food. In addition, the human body already knows the hypochlorous acid by the cells of the immune system that produces HCLO to defend itself against infections. Today it has a proven efficiency against viruses such as; Coronavirus, Orthopoxvirus Vaccinia, Adenovirus type 1, Poliovirus type 1, Influenza A H1N1 virus, among other viruses.
Keeping that into consideration, The Mentis Company launched an oxygen-infused hand sanitizer in contribution of making people’s health and lives better. Oxygen-infused sanitizer, O2 Cleanser, is produced from hypochlorous acid and nano colloidal silver. This multipurpose sanitizer not only kills the bacteria and virus on the surfaces, but can be used to cleanse the fruits and veggies. Moreover, the company also produced alcohol-based sanitizers that effectively kill all the germs and viruses resting on the surface of the skin. However, using alcohol-based sanitizers may harm the health and microbiome.
Use Of Hypochlorous Acid In Hand Sanitizers
Hand hygiene plays an important role in the fight against the virus. Washing our hands frequently with soap and water for at least twenty seconds is the most effective method against viruses that we can get from the objects and surfaces we come into contact with. If soap and water are not available, it is possible to carry out this disinfection process with a hand cleaner containing at least 60% ethanol or 70% isopropyl alcohol. However, if our hands are visibly dirty, it is recommended to clean them with soap and water.
When we wash our hands with plenty of water and soap for at least 20 seconds, the soap breaks down the oil layer surrounding the virus and neutralizes the infectious substances it contains. Ethanol or isopropyl alcohol-based hand cleaners also break down the oil layer of the virus and neutralize it, just like cleaning with soap and water. To make the hand cleansers and sanitizer even more efficient, The Mentis Company used Hypochlorous Acid and nano colloidal silver that ensure maximum kills of germs and viruses.
You Can Wash Vegetables With Hypochlorous Acid
It can show its effect immediately in the environment as soon as it is used. There is no staying feature. Safe for human and environmental health. It can be used in any field. It can be used on surfaces, disinfecting vegetables and fruits. There are even licensed products used in wound healing and dressing.
