Hand Sanitizer, ranked by PFAS safety

104 products graded A to F, safest first. 103 earn a C or better and are worth buying.

Buyer’s guide

What to look for in hand sanitizer, and which brands grade best and worst

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AvoidD
Lysol To Go Disinfectant Spray Crisp Linen 1.5 Oz.

Lysol

Lysol To Go Disinfectant Spray Crisp Linen 1.5 Oz.

65/100 safety

Skip, aerosol disinfectants commonly use PFAS-containing surfactants; no transparency from Lysol on this product.

BetterC
Method 12 Oz. Sweet Water Gel Hand Wash

Method

Method 12 Oz. Sweet Water Gel Hand Wash

75/100 safety

Lower-concern product; hand soap formulations rarely require PFAS, but Method has not publicly disclosed PFAS absence.

Best pickA
Hand Wash Natural Seventh Generation

Seventh Generation

Hand Wash Natural Seventh Generation

100/100 safety

Lower-concern choice; MADE SAFE certification and plant-based formula reduce PFAS risk significantly.

Worth buying graded C or better, safest first

Hand Wash Natural Seventh Generation

Seventh Generation

Hand Wash Natural Seventh Generation

water-based surfactants, plant-derived ingredients

A
A
PFASAll
A · Very low PFAS2 flags

Lower-concern choice; MADE SAFE certification and plant-based formula reduce PFAS risk significantly.

MADE SAFEEWG Verified

Verified PFAS-free by a third party

Hydrating Antibacterial Hand Mist

Seventh Generation

Hydrating Antibacterial Hand Mist

Water-based cosmetic spray (alcohol, water, plant extracts, preservatives)

A
B
PFASAll
A · Very low PFAS4 flags

Lower-concern choice; hand mist format and brand transparency reduce PFAS risk, though no dedicated lab testing published.

MADE SAFELeaping Bunny

Verified PFAS-free by a third party

The Honest Company SANI SPRAY-2OZ-GRAPEFRUIT

Honest Company

The Honest Company SANI SPRAY-2OZ-GRAPEFRUIT

Water-based formula (spray disinfectant)

A
B
PFASAll
A · Very low PFAS3 flags

Lower-concern buy; transparent brand with third-party backing on PFAS.

Made Safe Certified

Verified PFAS-free by a third party

PURELL Advanced Refreshing Gel Hand Sanitizer

Purell

Advanced Refreshing Gel Hand Sanitizer

aqueous gel (alcohol, water, carbomer, glycerin, fragrance)

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate2 flags

Lower PFAS concern; no known water-repellent coating treatment in hand sanitizer gel formulation.

Risky category by default

Purell Advanced Gel Hand Sanitizer

Purell

Advanced Gel Hand Sanitizer

Ethyl alcohol gel (typical hand sanitizer base)

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate5 flags

Lower concern for PFAS; hand sanitizers lack typical PFAS-risk applications, but Purell makes no public disclosure.

Risky category by default

Purell Advanced Hand Sanitizer Refreshing Gel

Purell

Advanced Hand Sanitizer Refreshing Gel

ethyl alcohol gel with humectants (aloe, glycerin)

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate4 flags

Lower PFAS concern for typical hand sanitizer formulation; no known high-risk materials.

Risky category by default

Aesop Resurrection Rinse-Free Hand Mist

Aesop

Resurrection Rinse-Free Hand Mist

Water, plant extracts, preservatives (standard cosmetic formula)

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate4 flags

Lower PFAS concern, rinse-free hand mist lacks typical PFAS triggers; no waterproofing or grease-resistance needed.

Risky category by default

Aesop Resurrection Rinse-Free Hand Wash

Aesop

Resurrection Rinse-Free Hand Wash

Water-based rinse-free hand wash; surfactants, humectants, botanical extracts

C
D
PFASAll
C · Moderate2 flags

Lower concern for PFAS; no evidence of intentional fluorochemicals in rinse-free hand wash formula.

Risky category by default

Aesop Resurrection Aromatique Hand Wash

Aesop

Resurrection Aromatique Hand Wash

aqueous liquid cosmetic formulation (soap/detergent base)

C
D
PFASAll
C · Moderate2 flags

Lower PFAS concern for a liquid hand wash with no aqueous film-forming agents typical of the category.

Risky category by default

Antibacterial Hand Sanitizer with Moisturizer, 7.5 oz, Fragrance-Free

Seventh Generation

Antibacterial Hand Sanitizer with Moisturizer, 7.5 oz, Fragrance-Free

Water-based gel sanitizer with glycerin moisturizer; plastic bottle

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate3 flags

Lower-concern choice; no known PFAS triggers in formulation, but brand makes no explicit commitment.

Risky category by default

Dettol Original Instant Hand Sanitizer

Dettol

Original Instant Hand Sanitizer

Aqueous alcohol-based sanitizer liquid (ethanol, water, isopropanol typical formulation)

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate4 flags

Lower PFAS concern for this product category; typical hand sanitizer formulation unlikely to require fluorinated coatings.

Risky category by default

Dettol Instant Disinfectant Hand Sanitizer

Dettol

Instant Disinfectant Hand Sanitizer

Liquid hydroalcoholic hand sanitizer formulation

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate5 flags

Lower PFAS concern for typical alcohol-based hand sanitizer; no red flags identified.

Risky category by default

Dettol Instant Hand Sanitizer 50ml

Dettol

Instant Hand Sanitizer 50ml

Aqueous alcohol-based liquid sanitizer (ethanol, water, glycerin)

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate5 flags

Lower concern; alcohol-based hand sanitizer carries minimal inherent PFAS risk.

Risky category by default

Dettol Antibacterial Hand Sanitiser Aloe Vera Gel 50ml

Dettol

Antibacterial Hand Sanitiser Aloe Vera Gel 50ml

Alcohol gel base (ethanol/isopropyl), aloe vera extract, glycerin

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate4 flags

Lower PFAS concern, no known use case for PFAS in alcohol-based hand sanitizer gels.

Risky category by default

Dettol Instant Liquid Hand Sanitiser 200mL

Dettol

Instant Liquid Hand Sanitiser 200mL

Aqueous liquid hand sanitiser (water-based, alcohol)

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate4 flags

Lower PFAS concern; liquid hand sanitiser formula has no inherent need for PFAS.

Risky category by default

Dettol Sanitizer

Dettol

Sanitizer

aqueous solution (water-based antiseptic liquid)

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate5 flags

Lower concern; liquid antiseptic without known PFAS vectors, but brand offers no explicit assurance.

Risky category by default

Dettol Hand Sanitizer Skincare 200ml

Dettol

Hand Sanitizer Skincare 200ml

aqueous liquid gel (alcohol, water, glycerin, hydroxybenzoates)

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate4 flags

Lower concern; liquid hand sanitizer formulations rarely contain intentional PFAS, but Dettol provides no explicit statement.

Risky category by default

Dettol Hand Sanitizer

Dettol

Hand Sanitizer

aqueous liquid cosmetic (alcohol, water, actives)

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate4 flags

Lower PFAS concern for a liquid hand sanitizer; no known application drivers.

Risky category by default

Lysol Hand Wash, Antibacterial, No-Touch Refill

Lysol

Hand Wash, Antibacterial, No-Touch Refill

aqueous liquid soap formulation with no identified fluorinated coatings

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate4 flags

Lower PFAS concern for the product itself; refill format eliminates packaging coatings typically at risk.

Risky category by default

Lysol Professional No Rinse Sanitizer

Lysol

Professional No Rinse Sanitizer

Quaternary ammonium compound (QAC) sanitizer, spray formulation

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate5 flags

Lower PFAS concern for typical use; no known triggers, but Lysol transparency on ingredients remains limited.

Risky category by default

Lysol Soft On Skin No Touch Hand Refill Hydrating Cucumber Watermelon

Lysol

Soft On Skin No Touch Hand Refill Hydrating Cucumber Watermelon

Water-based alcohol-free hand sanitizer formulation

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate4 flags

Lower PFAS concern for a liquid hand sanitizer refill; typical formulations don't require fluorochemical treatments.

Risky category by default

Lysol Hand Wash, Antibacterial, Wild Berry Bliss

Lysol

Hand Wash, Antibacterial, Wild Berry Bliss

aqueous liquid soap formulation

C
D
PFASAll
C · Moderate2 flags

Lower-concern cosmetic product; no PFAS indicators present in typical hand wash chemistry.

Risky category by default

Lysol Sanitizer: Jug, 1 gal Container Size, Concentrated, Liquid, Quat, Unscented, No Series, 4 PK

Lysol

Sanitizer: Jug, 1 gal Container Size, Concentrated, Liquid, Quat, Unscented, No Series, 4 PK

Liquid quat sanitizer concentrate in plastic jug

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate4 flags

Lower concern for PFAS in the liquid itself, but jug material unknown, typical for this category.

Risky category by default

ULINE Lysol No Rinse Sanitizer

Lysol

ULINE Lysol No Rinse Sanitizer

Aqueous disinfectant solution (active: alkyl dimethyl benzyl ammonium saccharinate)

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate4 flags

Lower PFAS concern, typical liquid sanitizer without known fluorochemical use, but brand offers no transparency.

Risky category by default

Dial Antibacterial Foam Hand Sanitizer

Dial

Antibacterial Foam Hand Sanitizer

aqueous foam sanitizer (water, glycerin, cleansing agents)

C
D
PFASAll
C · Moderate2 flags

Lower PFAS concern for typical liquid hand sanitizer; no special coatings or water-repellent treatments expected.

Risky category by default

Dial Professional Antibacterial Gel Hand Sanitizer Refill for Fit Manual Dispenser

Dial

Professional Antibacterial Gel Hand Sanitizer Refill for Fit Manual Dispenser

alcohol-based gel (ethanol/isopropanol, humectants, thickeners)

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate4 flags

Lower PFAS concern, hand sanitizer gel with no reported fluorochemical treatment, but brand offers no PFAS transparency.

Risky category by default

Dial Eco-Smart Gel Hand Sanitizer Refill

Dial

Eco-Smart Gel Hand Sanitizer Refill

Gel hand sanitizer (alcohol-based, aqueous formulation)

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate4 flags

Lower concern, gel hand sanitizer has minimal PFAS risk, but Dial offers no transparency.

Risky category by default

Dial Professional Gel Antibacterial Hand Sanitizer

Dial

Professional Gel Antibacterial Hand Sanitizer

Aqueous gel (alcohol + water + gelling agents)

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate3 flags

Lower PFAS concern; standard hand sanitizer gel with no identified risk vectors.

Risky category by default

Dial Hand Sanitizer

Dial

Hand Sanitizer

Water, alcohol, glycerin, fragrance (typical liquid hand sanitizer)

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate5 flags

Lower PFAS concern for standard liquid hand sanitizer formulation.

Risky category by default

Dial Professional Foam Hand Sanitizer 06040

Dial

Professional Foam Hand Sanitizer 06040

aqueous foam hand sanitizer formulation

C
D
PFASAll
C · Moderate2 flags

Lower concern for PFAS in use, but Dial makes no transparency claims.

Risky category by default

Dial Professional Antibacterial Foaming Hand Sanitizer Refill for FIT

Dial

Professional Antibacterial Foaming Hand Sanitizer Refill for FIT

Aqueous foaming sanitizer (water, alcohol, surfactants)

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate3 flags

Lower concern, liquid hand sanitizer with no known PFAS drivers, but Dial discloses nothing.

Risky category by default

Dial FIT Foaming Hand Sanitizer Touch-Free Dispenser Refill

Dial

FIT Foaming Hand Sanitizer Touch-Free Dispenser Refill

Aqueous foaming hand sanitizer formulation

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate4 flags

Lower-concern cosmetic product, but no PFAS disclosure or testing data available.

Risky category by default

Germ X Advanced Hand Sanitizer

Germ-X

Germ X Advanced Hand Sanitizer

ethanol-based liquid sanitizer

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate3 flags

Lower-concern choice; typical hand sanitizer formulation unlikely to contain PFAS, but no public commitment from brand.

Risky category by default

Germ-X Original Hand Sanitizer Pump

Germ-X

Original Hand Sanitizer Pump

Ethanol-based liquid gel in plastic/pump dispenser

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate4 flags

Lower concern, standard hand sanitizer formula without known PFAS drivers, but brand offers no transparency.

Risky category by default

Germ-X Advanced Hand Sanitizer with Pump

Germ-X

Advanced Hand Sanitizer with Pump

Ethanol-based liquid hand sanitizer in plastic pump dispenser

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate4 flags

Lower PFAS concern; standard hand sanitizer without known fluorochemical triggers.

Risky category by default

Germ-x Moisturizing Hand Sanitizer with Aloe

Germ-X

Moisturizing Hand Sanitizer with Aloe

alcohol (ethyl), water, aloe vera, glycerin, emollients

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate2 flags

Lower-concern choice, liquid hand sanitizer formula has no inherent PFAS application, but brand silence on sourcing leaves minor uncertainty.

Risky category by default

Germ-x Hydrating Hand Sanitizer Gel with Citrus Zest Scented

Germ-X

Hydrating Hand Sanitizer Gel with Citrus Zest Scented

Aqueous gel (water, glycerin, alcohol base)

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate3 flags

Lower PFAS concern; standard hand sanitizer gel with no known fluorochemical additives.

Risky category by default

Germ-X Floral Hand Sanitizer

Germ-X

Floral Hand Sanitizer

ethanol, water, glycerin, fragrance, thickeners

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate2 flags

Lower concern, typical hand sanitizer formula has no known PFAS drivers, but brand discloses nothing.

Risky category by default

Germ-X Hand Sanitizer Original

Germ-X

Hand Sanitizer Original

Ethyl alcohol (70% ABV) in aqueous gel base

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate3 flags

Lower PFAS concern, alcohol-based sanitizer with no known fluorinated additives, but brand is silent on PFAS.

Risky category by default

Germ-X Advanced Aloe Hand Sanitizer

Germ-X

Advanced Aloe Hand Sanitizer

Ethanol, water, aloe vera gel (liquid cosmetic formulation)

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate4 flags

Lower PFAS concern for typical hand sanitizer; no evidence of intentional fluorinated ingredients.

Risky category by default

Babyganics Alcohol-Free Foaming Hand Sanitizer, On-The-Go, Fragrance Free, 1.69 oz, 6 Pack, Packaging May Vary

Babyganics

Alcohol-Free Foaming Hand Sanitizer, On-The-Go, Fragrance Free, 1.69 oz, 6 Pack, Packaging May Vary

aqueous foaming hand sanitizer formulation

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate4 flags

Lower PFAS concern for a simple hand sanitizer; brand silence on PFAS is typical for this category but leaves no reassurance.

Risky category by default

Babyganics Kids Foaming Hand Sanitizer

Babyganics

Kids Foaming Hand Sanitizer

Water-based foaming hand sanitizer (active: benzalkonium chloride)

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate5 flags

Lower-concern choice; liquid hand sanitizer formulations rarely require PFAS, but no public PFAS transparency.

Risky category by default

Babyganics Alcohol-Free Foaming Hand Sanitizer

Babyganics

Alcohol-Free Foaming Hand Sanitizer

aqueous foaming hand sanitizer solution

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate4 flags

Lower-concern option for hand sanitizer; no PFAS-prone coating or water-resistant treatment, but brand silence on sourcing leaves some opacity.

Risky category by default

Babyganics Alcohol-Free Foaming Hand Sanitizer Refill

Babyganics

Alcohol-Free Foaming Hand Sanitizer Refill

Aqueous foaming hand sanitizer (surfactants, water, glycerin base)

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate4 flags

Lower PFAS concern; liquid sanitizer formulations rarely require PFAS, but no explicit brand transparency.

Risky category by default

Babyganics Alcohol-Free Hand Sanitizing Wipes

Babyganics

Alcohol-Free Hand Sanitizing Wipes

Non-woven fabric wipes (cellulose/polypropylene blend)

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate4 flags

Lower concern; no PFAS-typical triggers for alcohol-free wipes, but brand makes no explicit commitment.

Risky category by default

Babyganics Foaming Pump Hand Sanitizer, Alcohol Free, Fragrance Free, Kills 99.9% of Common Bacteria, Moisturizing, 8.45 Fl Oz (Pack of 3)

Babyganics

Foaming Pump Hand Sanitizer, Alcohol Free, Fragrance Free, Kills 99.9% of Common Bacteria, Moisturizing, 8.45 Fl Oz (Pack of 3)

aqueous foaming hand sanitizer (alcohol-free, fragrance-free formulation)

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate5 flags

Lower concern, foaming hand sanitizer with no known PFAS-associated treatment or coating needs.

Risky category by default

Babyganics Alcohol-Free Foaming Hand Sanitizer Pump Bottle Fragrance Free 8.45 oz Packaging May Vary

Babyganics

Alcohol-Free Foaming Hand Sanitizer Pump Bottle Fragrance Free 8.45 oz Packaging May Vary

Alcohol-free aqueous foam sanitizer, plastic pump dispenser bottle

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate3 flags

Lower concern for PFAS; standard hand sanitizer with no known fluorinated chemistry, but brand makes no explicit commitment.

Risky category by default

Babyganics Foaming Pump Hand Sanitizer Alcohol Free Berry Berry Kills 99.9% of Common Bacteria Moisturizing 8.45 Fl Oz (Pack of 3)

Babyganics

Foaming Pump Hand Sanitizer Alcohol Free Berry Berry Kills 99.9% of Common Bacteria Moisturizing 8.45 Fl Oz (Pack of 3)

Water-based foaming gel hand sanitizer, pump bottle

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate5 flags

Lower concern; simple cosmetic formulation with no known PFAS-prone ingredients, but brand provides no transparency.

Risky category by default

Sweet Water Gel Handwash Starter Set

Method

Sweet Water Gel Handwash Starter Set

Aqueous gel surfactants, water-based formula

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate3 flags

Lower PFAS concern for typical gel handwash; no chemical coatings or water-repellent treatments inherent to formula.

Risky category by default

Morrocco Method International Hand & Surface Sanitizer Gel

Method

Morrocco Method International Hand & Surface Sanitizer Gel

aqueous gel base (water, glycerin, gelling agents)

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate4 flags

Lower concern; standard hand sanitizer gel with no known PFAS application, but brand makes no explicit disclosure.

Risky category by default

Noshinku Hand Sanitizer Refill Pouch

Method

Noshinku Hand Sanitizer Refill Pouch

aqueous hand sanitizer (ethanol/isopropanol base)

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate5 flags

Lower PFAS concern for a simple liquid hand sanitizer; no evidence of intentional fluorination.

Risky category by default

Method 12 Oz. Sweet Water Gel Hand Wash

Method

12 Oz. Sweet Water Gel Hand Wash

Water-based gel hand wash (aqueous formulation)

C
D
PFASAll
C · Moderate2 flags

Lower-concern product; hand soap formulations rarely require PFAS, but Method has not publicly disclosed PFAS absence.

Risky category by default

METHOD - Premium Vanilla & Raspberry Antibacterial Gel Hand Wash - 12 oz - Pack of 3 - Aluminum Pump Bottle

Method

Premium Vanilla & Raspberry Antibacterial Gel Hand Wash - 12 oz - Pack of 3 - Aluminum Pump Bottle

Gel hand wash in aluminum pump bottle

C
C
PFASAll
C · Moderate1 flag

Lower PFAS concern for typical hand soap; aluminum pump bottles rarely treated with PFAS, but Method has not publicly disclosed PFAS status.

Risky category by default

Method Pink Grapefruit Hand Soap 354ml

Method

Pink Grapefruit Hand Soap 354ml

Water-based liquid soap concentrate, plastic bottle

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate3 flags

Lower concern for PFAS, standard liquid soap product with no identified fluorochemical additives.

Risky category by default

method Hand Wash, Naturally Derived, Mimosa Sun

Method

Hand Wash, Naturally Derived, Mimosa Sun

Aqueous liquid soap formulation (surfactants, water, preservatives)

C
D
PFASAll
C · Moderate2 flags

Lower PFAS concern; liquid hand wash has minimal inherent PFAS use, but no public disclosure.

Risky category by default

EO Hand Sanitizer Gel Lavender

EO

Hand Sanitizer Gel Lavender

aqueous gel base with plant extracts (standard cosmetic formulation)

C
D
PFASAll
C · Moderate2 flags

Lower PFAS concern, typical hand sanitizer gel with no waterproofing or coating triggers.

Risky category by default

EO Organic Hand Sanitizer Spray

EO

Organic Hand Sanitizer Spray

organic plant-based alcohol, water, essential oils

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate3 flags

Lower-concern product, but EO makes no PFAS commitment despite organic positioning.

Risky category by default

EO Simply Unscented Hand Sanitizer Gel

EO

Simply Unscented Hand Sanitizer Gel

aqueous gel base (glycerin, aloe, alcohol)

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate3 flags

Lower PFAS concern, simple aqueous formula with no known PFAS triggers.

Risky category by default

EO Products Organic Lavender Hand Sanitizing Spray 6-Pack

EO

Products Organic Lavender Hand Sanitizing Spray 6-Pack

Aqueous organic hand sanitizer (alcohol, plant extracts, water)

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate3 flags

Lower-concern product; aqueous hand sanitizers rarely require PFAS, but lack of transparency is a minor flag.

Risky category by default

EO Lavender Hand Sanitizer Spray

EO

Lavender Hand Sanitizer Spray

Water, alcohol, essential oils, plant-derived surfactants

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate3 flags

Lower concern; liquid hand sanitizer with no known PFAS risk profile, but brand offers no transparency.

Risky category by default

EO Unscented Hand Sanitizer Gel 2 fl oz (6-Pack)

EO

Unscented Hand Sanitizer Gel 2 fl oz (6-Pack)

aqueous gel (water, glycerin, alcohol base)

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate4 flags

Lower PFAS concern; typical alcohol-based hand sanitizer with no known fluorinated ingredients, but brand offers no explicit PFAS commitment.

Risky category by default

EO Cleansing Hand Wipes Lavender 10 CT

EO

Cleansing Hand Wipes Lavender 10 CT

cotton or cotton-blend wipes with water/plant-based cleansing agents

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate3 flags

Lower-concern product; no known PFAS-prone uses, but brand discloses nothing.

Risky category by default

EO Lavender Hand Sanitizer Gel

EO

Lavender Hand Sanitizer Gel

Water, glycerin, aloe vera, essential oils (hand sanitizer gel base)

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate3 flags

Lower PFAS concern, simple gel formulation with no known PFAS triggers.

Risky category by default

Burt's Bees Aloe & Witch Hazel Hand Sanitizer

Burt's Bees

Aloe & Witch Hazel Hand Sanitizer

Water, aloe vera, witch hazel extract, glycerin, alcohol denaturant

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate2 flags

Lower PFAS concern, liquid hand sanitizer with common natural ingredients; no documented risk.

Risky category by default

Burt's Bees Naturally Clean Hand Kit

Burt's Bees

Naturally Clean Hand Kit

hand soap, lotions, natural plant-based waxes

C
D
PFASAll
C · Moderate2 flags

Lower PFAS concern; cosmetics kit with no known fluorinated coatings or water-repellent treatments.

Risky category by default

Eucalyptus Refill 2-Pack

Burt's Bees

Eucalyptus Refill 2-Pack

Eucalyptus oil, plant-derived cosmetic base

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate5 flags

Lower PFAS concern, simple personal care product with no PFAS-prone ingredients or treatment typical.

Risky category by default

The Naked Bee Orange Blossom Honey Hand Sanitizer

Burt's Bees

The Naked Bee Orange Blossom Honey Hand Sanitizer

aqueous hand sanitizer (alcohol, honey extract, botanical oils)

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate4 flags

Lower concern for PFAS; typical rinse-off cosmetic with no documented PFAS triggers.

Risky category by default

Bergamot Refill

Burt's Bees

Bergamot Refill

Essential oil + natural aromatics in paper/cardboard refill

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate3 flags

Lower concern; simple cosmetic refill with no PFAS-typical triggers.

Risky category by default

Hand Sanitizer Moisturizing & Sanitizing Spray with Citrus Essential Oils

Burt's Bees

Hand Sanitizer Moisturizing & Sanitizing Spray with Citrus Essential Oils

Water, alcohol, essential oils, emollients (typical hand sanitizer formulation)

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate2 flags

Lower PFAS concern; typical cosmetic spray with no known water-repellent coating or stain-resist triggers.

Risky category by default

Hand Sanitizer Spray - Grapefruit 17.5 oz

Burt's Bees

Hand Sanitizer Spray - Grapefruit 17.5 oz

Ethanol-based liquid spray; no Teflon-family coating or water-resistance treatment typical

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate4 flags

Lower concern, no known PFAS application in hand sanitizer formulations, but brand makes no explicit claim.

Risky category by default

Hand Sanitizer Spray

Burt's Bees

Hand Sanitizer Spray

Alcohol (ethanol), water, plant-based emollients

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate3 flags

Lower PFAS concern for typical hand sanitizer formulation; no known high-risk ingredients flagged.

Risky category by default

Mrs. Meyer's Hand Sanitizer

Mrs. Meyer's Clean Day

Mrs. Meyer's Hand Sanitizer

Alcohol-based hand sanitizer gel (ethyl alcohol, water, glycerin)

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate4 flags

Lower PFAS concern, typical alcohol hand sanitizer with no known coating or treatment risks.

Risky category by default

Mrs. Meyer's 2 OZ Lavender Clean Day Hand Sanitizer Thoughtfully M

Mrs. Meyer's Clean Day

Mrs. Meyer's 2 OZ Lavender Clean Day Hand Sanitizer Thoughtfully M

water-based alcohol hand sanitizer (ethanol/isopropanol base)

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate3 flags

Lower concern for PFAS; hand sanitizer formulations typically lack PFAS triggers, but brand offers no transparency.

Risky category by default

Mrs. Meyer'S Lavender Hand Sanitizer 2 Oz Spray

Mrs. Meyer's Clean Day

Mrs. Meyer'S Lavender Hand Sanitizer 2 Oz Spray

water-based hand sanitizer formulation in spray bottle

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate3 flags

Lower PFAS concern; no known PFAS-prone ingredients, but brand makes no disclosure.

Risky category by default

Mrs. Meyer's Clean Day Lavender Scent Hand Sanitizer 2 oz.

Mrs. Meyer's Clean Day

Lavender Scent Hand Sanitizer 2 oz.

water-based alcohol sanitizer (hand sanitizer gel/liquid)

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate5 flags

Lower PFAS concern for a simple hand sanitizer, but brand discloses nothing, typical for this category.

Risky category by default

Mrs. Meyer's Hand Sanitizer Mrs. Meyer's Clean Day Lavender Liquid 2 oz - pack of 12 11154-XCP12

Mrs. Meyer's Clean Day

Mrs. Meyer's Hand Sanitizer Mrs. Meyer's Clean Day Lavender Liquid 2 oz - pack of 12 11154-XCP12

aqueous liquid formulation, plastic bottle dispensing

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate3 flags

Lower PFAS concern for this simple liquid product; brand transparency on PFAS absent.

Risky category by default

Mrs. Meyer's Clean Day Lavender Scent Liquid Hand Sanitizer 2 oz, Pack of 12

Mrs. Meyer's Clean Day

Lavender Scent Liquid Hand Sanitizer 2 oz, Pack of 12

Water, ethanol, glycerin (typical liquid hand sanitizer base)

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate3 flags

Lower concern, liquid hand sanitizer formulations rarely require PFAS, but lack of transparency leaves room for doubt.

Risky category by default

Mrs. Meyer's Hand Sanitizer Mrs. Meyer's Clean Day Basil Liquid 2 oz - pack of 12 11152-XCP12

Mrs. Meyer's Clean Day

Mrs. Meyer's Hand Sanitizer Mrs. Meyer's Clean Day Basil Liquid 2 oz - pack of 12 11152-XCP12

Aqueous liquid hand sanitizer (alcohol-based)

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate4 flags

Lower PFAS concern for a simple alcohol-based liquid sanitizer, but no transparency from brand.

Risky category by default

Mrs. Meyer's Basil Hand Sanitizer Spray

Mrs. Meyer's Clean Day

Mrs. Meyer's Basil Hand Sanitizer Spray

water, alcohol, plant extracts, essential oil

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate4 flags

Lower PFAS concern for this hand sanitizer spray formulation; no coatings or water-resistant treatments typical of PFAS use.

Risky category by default

The Honest Company Hand Sanitizer Spray 2oz Free & Clear 20 Pack

Honest Company

The Honest Company Hand Sanitizer Spray 2oz Free & Clear 20 Pack

Alcohol-based liquid hand sanitizer spray

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate4 flags

Lower PFAS concern for typical use; brand provides no disclosure but product category rarely involves fluorinated additives.

Risky category by default

The Honest Company Hand Sanitizer Spray

Honest Company

The Honest Company Hand Sanitizer Spray

Aqueous liquid hand sanitizer spray (alcohol-based)

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate3 flags

Lower concern; standard alcohol hand sanitizer has no known PFAS risk profile, but brand makes no public disclosure.

Risky category by default

Grapefruit Grove Hand Sanitizer Spray

Honest Company

Grapefruit Grove Hand Sanitizer Spray

Aqueous spray (alcohol/water-based sanitizer)

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate2 flags

Lower concern, liquid sanitizer formulation has no obvious PFAS trigger, but no brand transparency.

Risky category by default

The Honest Company Hand Sanitizer Gel, Orange with Aloe

Honest Company

The Honest Company Hand Sanitizer Gel, Orange with Aloe

gel hand sanitizer (aqueous formula with aloe)

C
C
PFASAll
C · Moderate1 flag

Lower concern, hand sanitizer gels lack typical PFAS use cases, but Honest Company makes no public PFAS pledge.

Risky category by default

The Honest Company Hand Sanitizer Spray Free + Clear 4 Count 2 Fl. Oz. (8 Fl. Oz.)

Honest Company

The Honest Company Hand Sanitizer Spray Free + Clear 4 Count 2 Fl. Oz. (8 Fl. Oz.)

Ethyl alcohol (62%), water, glycerin

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate3 flags

Lower PFAS concern; standard alcohol-based hand sanitizer without PFAS-typical ingredients.

Risky category by default

The Honest Company Sanitizing Alcohol Wipes

Honest Company

The Honest Company Sanitizing Alcohol Wipes

nonwoven cellulose wipes, ethyl alcohol

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate3 flags

Lower-concern product; no known PFAS exposure pathway, but brand offers no explicit PFAS transparency.

Risky category by default

The Honest Company Lavender Sanitizing Alcohol Wipes

Honest Company

The Honest Company Lavender Sanitizing Alcohol Wipes

nonwoven polypropylene wipes, ethyl alcohol

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate3 flags

Lower PFAS risk for a simple alcohol wipe product; no known triggers.

Risky category by default

Touchland Hand Sanitizer Power Mist

Touchland

Hand Sanitizer Power Mist

ethanol-based liquid hand sanitizer in spray format

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate3 flags

Lower concern: hand sanitizer spray has no typical PFAS drivers, but Touchland does not publicly disclose PFAS absence.

Risky category by default

Touchland Power Mist Hydrating Hand Sanitizer

Touchland

Power Mist Hydrating Hand Sanitizer

aqueous gel hand sanitizer (alcohol, humectants, water)

C
D
PFASAll
C · Moderate2 flags

Lower PFAS concern; typical hand sanitizer formulation unlikely to contain PFAS, but brand offers no transparency.

Risky category by default

Touchland Glow Mist Hand Sanitizer

Touchland

Glow Mist Hand Sanitizer

alcohol-based hand sanitizer liquid

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate3 flags

Lower-concern product; no known PFAS risk but brand offers no transparency.

Risky category by default

Disney & Touchland Special Edition Hand Sanitizer Set

Touchland

Disney & Touchland Special Edition Hand Sanitizer Set

alcohol-based hand sanitizer in plastic bottle

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate4 flags

Lower PFAS concern for typical hand sanitizer; no water-resistant or nonstick treatment indicated.

Risky category by default

Touchland Gentle Mist Hand Sanitizer

Touchland

Gentle Mist Hand Sanitizer

Alcohol-based hand sanitizer (ethanol); plastic pump bottle

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate3 flags

Lower PFAS concern for typical hand sanitizer formula, but brand offers no transparency on bottle composition.

Risky category by default

Touchland Pop of Pink Hand Sanitizer and Hand Mist Case

Touchland

Pop of Pink Hand Sanitizer and Hand Mist Case

Plastic case; hand sanitizer/mist liquid (alcohol-based formula typical for category)

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate3 flags

Lower-concern hand sanitizer with no known PFAS red flags, but brand offers no transparency.

Risky category by default

Peanuts Touchland Special Edition Hand Sanitizer Mist

Touchland

Peanuts Touchland Special Edition Hand Sanitizer Mist

Alcohol-based hand sanitizer mist (ethanol or isopropanol, fragrance, water)

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate4 flags

Lower-concern choice; hand sanitizer mist formulation has no typical PFAS drivers, but Touchland has not publicly disclosed PFAS status.

Risky category by default

TOUCHLAND X Hello Kitty Hand Sanitizer Mist

Touchland

X Hello Kitty Hand Sanitizer Mist

alcohol-based hand sanitizer mist (ethanol/isopropanol formulation)

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate3 flags

Lower concern, hand sanitizer spray is unlikely to contain PFAS, though Touchland's silence on sourcing leaves room for caution.

Risky category by default

30ml Pocket Hand Sanitiser Gel

Marigold

30ml Pocket Hand Sanitiser Gel

Gel base (likely glycerin, carbomers, water); plastic bottle

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate3 flags

Lower-concern product, hand sanitizer gels rarely require PFAS, but no brand disclosure available.

Risky category by default

Marigold Gel 91% 500 ml

Marigold

Gel 91% 500 ml

gel base (likely carbomer, glycerin, water)

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate4 flags

Lower PFAS concern; typical cosmetic gel with no known risk triggers, but brand provides no transparency.

Risky category by default

Herbal Choice Mari Organic Hand Sanitizer

Marigold

Herbal Choice Mari Organic Hand Sanitizer

Organic herbal ingredients in liquid formulation

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate3 flags

Lower concern product; no known PFAS-prone ingredients, but brand transparency is absent.

Risky category by default

Gel Hand Sanitizer With Flower Holder

Marigold

Gel Hand Sanitizer With Flower Holder

gel sanitizer (glycerin/alcohol base), plastic flower holder

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate4 flags

Lower PFAS concern for the gel itself; plastic holder adds mild uncertainty.

Risky category by default

Hand Sanitizers 70% Alcohol & 100% Natural

Marigold

Hand Sanitizers 70% Alcohol & 100% Natural

Ethanol (70%) + water + unspecified natural ingredients

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate4 flags

Lower PFAS concern; typical alcohol-based hand sanitizer with no known high-risk chemistry.

Risky category by default

Organic Hand Sanitizer Spray

Marigold

Organic Hand Sanitizer Spray

Ethanol-based liquid spray (typical formulation)

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate4 flags

Lower concern; hand sanitizer sprays rarely contain intentional PFAS, but verify full ingredient list.

Risky category by default

The Naked Bee Orange Blossom Honey Hand Sanitizer

Marigold

The Naked Bee Orange Blossom Honey Hand Sanitizer

aqueous hand sanitizer gel with honey extract

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate4 flags

Lower PFAS concern; typical cosmetic formulation unlikely to contain intentional PFAS, but no brand transparency.

Risky category by default

Moroccan Elixir Defend Moisturizing Argan Hand Sanitizer

Marigold

Moroccan Elixir Defend Moisturizing Argan Hand Sanitizer

aqueous liquid cosmetic (alcohol, humectants, argan oil, preservatives)

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate5 flags

Lower concern; no typical PFAS triggers in hand sanitizer formulas, but zero brand transparency on ingredients.

Risky category by default

Sanitizing Spray Immunity Spray Lysol Replacement | Natural: 2 fl.oz.

Lysol

Sanitizing Spray Immunity Spray Lysol Replacement | Natural: 2 fl.oz.

Aqueous spray formulation (active ingredients and surfactants unspecified)

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate5 flags

Insufficient transparency, skip for PFAS-aware shoppers; seek brands with full ingredient disclosure.

Risky category by default

Graded and flagged D and F, we’d swap these

Lysol To Go Disinfectant Spray Crisp Linen 1.5 Oz.

Lysol

To Go Disinfectant Spray Crisp Linen 1.5 Oz.

Aerosol spray formulation (propellant + active disinfectant ingredients)

D
D · Elevated

Skip, aerosol disinfectants commonly use PFAS-containing surfactants; no transparency from Lysol on this product.

Risky category by default

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