Hand sanitizer destorying my hands

Nurses General Nursing

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I'm doing H1N1 shots and am constantly using hand sanitizer or washing my hands with soap and water. The skin between my fingers is burning and peeling. I've tried using moisturizer a few times a day but that doesn't seem to be helping much.

Does anyone have any suggestions on what hand sanitizer I can buy that won't burn up my skin?

I know they all have ethyl alcohol, but is there one that meets clinical guidelines with a moisturizer?

Specializes in Management, Emergency, Psych, Med Surg.

I am fortunate that I don't have problems with this. My hands get dry but my skin does not break down. I use hot water and soap only however. I never use any type of hand sanitizers.

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