The professionals note that the DIY product could actually hurt skin if created the wrong way.
. Which product are most consumers itching to get their hands on? Hand sanitizer. The in-demand item is largely out of stock at retailers, and the inability to find the anti-bacterial product in stores is causing customers to resort to making the product on their own. However, health experts are strongly advising everyone against making a do-it-yourself form of sanitizer.
Homemade hand sanitizer has been trending online, and there are various tutorials and step-by-step guides on how to make the product at home. Even so, they're not foolproof. In order to be an effective disinfectant, hand sanitizer needs to be made of at least 60 percent alcohol, the
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