COVID-19

Coronavirus: Why you shouldn't make your own hand sanitiser at home

Hand sanitiser has become harder to find in stores and supermarkets around the country. Fears over coronavirus has driven people to stockpile on the vital disinfectant, causing shortages.

Meanwhile there’s been a surge in searches for DIY hand sanitiser. Homemade solutions may appear simple and easy but experts warn they are not a replacement for store-bought hand sanitiser.

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