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Creative Uses and Hacks with Dr. Bronner’s Hand Sanitizer

When you think of hand sanitizer, the first thing that comes to mind is of course cleaning your hands. Our Organic Hand Sanitizer helps reduce bacteria on the skin when soap & water aren’t available. With just four clean ingredients—organic ethyl alcohol, water, fair-trade organic glycerin, and organic lavender or peppermint oil—this spray is safe, versatile, and endlessly useful.

Whether you’re traveling, parenting, practicing yoga, or just looking for a simple alternative to conventional sprays made without synthetic fragrance, this hand sanitizer spray works like a pocket-sized toolkit.

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What You Need to Know

  • Made with just four simple ingredients—no synthetic fragrances or dyes.
  • Contains 62% organic ethyl alcohol to help reduce bacteria on the skin when soap & water aren’t available.
  • It’s versatile—serving as a cleaner, refresher, and deodorizer in countless ways.

Let’s take a closer look at the creative hacks that make this spray more than just a sanitizer.


1. Freshen Up Yoga Mats and Gym Gear

After a long yoga session or workout, mats and equipment can start to smell less than fresh. A few spritzes of Dr. Bronner’s hand sanitizer spray do the trick, leaving behind the light scent of lavender or the crisp tingle of peppermint.

  1. Spray directly on mats, dumbbells, or resistance bands.
  2. Wipe down with a clean cloth.
  3. Air dry before storing.

This keeps your gear clean and ready without harsh cleaners.

Further reading: Cleaning a Yoga Mat with Dr. Bronner’s


2. A Quick Air and Room Refresher

Need to reset a stuffy car or a crowded office? Two or three sprays in the air act as an instant natural room freshener. Unlike synthetic sprays that mask odors, this one doesn’t contain unnecessary synthetic fragrances found in several commercial air fresheners.


3. Safe and Simple Surface Cleaner

Tables at cafés, airplane trays, or picnic benches often need a wipe-down before you use them. A few sprays on a napkin or cloth turn your hand sanitizer spray into a portable surface cleaner. It’s especially helpful for parents wanting cleaner play spaces or high chairs when out and about.


4. A Natural Deodorizer for Shoes

Shoes can hold onto odors after long days or workouts. A few spritzes inside help neutralize smells. It’s a quick hack that keeps your sneakers, hiking boots, or even dress shoes fresh without synthetic sprays.


5. Gentle Toy and Highchair Cleaner

Kids explore the world with their hands—and often their mouths. That’s why it’s comforting to have a sanitizer spray that’s USDA certified organic—made with only simple ingredients parents can trust. Parents can use it to quickly wipe toys, stroller handles, and highchair surfaces.

Further reading: Cleaning Baby Gear with Dr. Bronner’s


6. A Travel Essential

When you’re on the road, this spray earns its keep. It helps in countless small but essential ways:

  • Sanitizing hands after public transit.
  • Refreshing hotel rooms with a calming spritz.
  • Wiping down airplane armrests and trays.
  • Keeping snacks and surfaces kid-friendly on the go.

It’s TSA-compliant for carry-on, so you never have to leave it behind.

Further reading: Traveling with Dr. Bronner’s


7. Post-Pet Cleanup

After a walk, you may need to clean your hands or quickly refresh collars, leashes, or carriers. Dr. Bronner’s hand sanitizer spray is made without synthetic fragrances, making it a great tool to refresh collars, leashes, and carriers after walks.


Hand sanitizer doesn’t need to be limited to hands. With Dr. Bronner’s hand sanitizer spray, you get a safe, effective, and versatile tool that fits anywhere—your bag, car, home, or gym kit. From refreshing yoga mats to deodorizing shoes, it’s everyday magic in a bottle.