7 Hand Sanitizers For Kids and Babies That Don't Contain Methanol

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As parents, we do everything to keep our kids safe, and that means providing them with masks and hand sanitizer to help protect them during the COVID-19 pendemic. While hand-washing is the best way to prevent your family from catching the coronavirus, hand sanitizer is a great option when that isn't possible. In July 2020, the Food and Drug Administration recalled 87 hand sanitizers because they contained the toxic substance methanol — otherwise known as wood alcohol — which obviously means they're unsuitable options for little ones.

Fortunately, there are plenty of hand sanitizer brands out there that don't contain any methanol whatsoever, whether you're looking for an on-the-go version to clip to your child's backpack or you simply need to restock. Ahead, find our favorite kid-friendly options, and be sure to stock up before back-to-school season! And if you're feeling particularly inspired, try DIYing some yourself!

The Honest Company Grapefruit Grove Hand Sanitizer Spray
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The Honest Company Grapefruit Grove Hand Sanitizer Spray

The Honest Company Grapefruit Grove Hand Sanitizer Spray ($4) smells like grapefruit and kills 99.9 percent of germs and bacteria.

More Than Magic Creamy Frappuccino Hand Sanitizer Bottle
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More Than Magic Creamy Frappuccino Hand Sanitizer Bottle

Complete with a handy clip for backpacks, this one-ounce More Than Magic Creamy Frappuccino Hand Sanitizer Bottle ($2) smells like a yummy drink!

Mrs. Meyer's Basil Clean Day Hand Sanitizer
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Mrs. Meyer's Basil Clean Day Hand Sanitizer

Mrs. Meyer's Basil Clean Day Hand Sanitizer ($4) is made with aloe vera extract and essential oils, and this two-ounce bottle fits right in your pocket!

Babyganics Alcohol-Free Foaming Hand Sanitizer
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Babyganics Alcohol-Free Foaming Hand Sanitizer

An easy-to-use pump makes Babyganics Alcohol-Free Foaming Hand Sanitizer ($21 for three) perfect for tiny hands.

Uncle Bud's Hemp Hand Sanitizer
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Uncle Bud's Hemp Hand Sanitizer

Keep your family protected with Uncle Bud's Hemp Hand Sanitizer ($10). It's made from 70 percent ethyl alcohol.

Hand in Hand Grapefruit Hand Sanitizer
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Hand in Hand Grapefruit Hand Sanitizer

Made with 62 percent ethyl alcohol, the sweet-smelling Hand in Hand Grapefruit Hand Sanitizer ($7) is both vegan and cruelty-free.

Taste Beauty Defendr+ Hand Sanitizer
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Taste Beauty Defendr+ Hand Sanitizer

The quick-drying formula in Taste Beauty Defendr+ Hand Sanitizer ($1) is perfect for on the go and we love the sweet shark motif.