Hand Sanitiser & Soap

Maintaining good hand hygiene is essential for supporting health, reducing the spread of germs and creating cleaner, safer environments. At SOS Hygiene, we supply professional hand hygiene products to help businesses and organisations maintain high standards of cleanliness across commercial, industrial and public settings.

Whether you need convenient hand sanitising products for busy workplaces or bulk liquid hand soap for regular handwashing, our range offers practical solutions for a variety of hygiene requirements.

From offices and schools to healthcare environments, food processing facilities, care homes and hospitality venues, choosing appropriate hand hygiene products is an important step towards supporting effective workplace hygiene procedures.

Invirtu hand foam sanitiser 5L
Invirtu hand foam sanitiser 5L
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INVIRTU Alcohol-Free Hand Sanitiser Foam 5L x 2
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SOS Alcohol Hand Sanitiser Gel, 71% Alcohol, 2 x 5 Litre Refill
SOS Alcohol Hand Sanitiser Gel, 71% Alcohol, 2 x 5 Litre Refill
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SOS Alcohol Hand Sanitiser Gel, 71% Alcohol, 2 x 5 Litre Refill
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SOS Antibacterial Liquid Hand Soap 2 x 5L
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SOS Antibacterial Liquid Hand Soap 2 x 5L
£17.50 exc. VAT
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Why Is Hand Hygiene Important?

Our hands come into contact with people, equipment, door handles, shared surfaces and everyday objects throughout the day. This contact can transfer germs from one surface to another and increase the risk of spreading infection.

Effective hand hygiene helps reduce this risk by removing dirt and microorganisms through handwashing and, where appropriate, reducing germs on hands through sanitising.

For businesses, maintaining accessible handwashing facilities and providing suitable hand sanitising products can help encourage good hygiene habits among employees, customers, contractors and visitors.

The key benefits of effective hand hygiene include:

  • Helps reduce the spread of germs: Correct handwashing and appropriate sanitising can reduce the transfer of many bacteria and viruses.
  • Supports workplace hygiene: Make hand hygiene an integral part of everyday cleaning and hygiene procedures.
  • Encourages better hygiene habits: Conveniently positioned soap dispensers and sanitising stations make hand hygiene more accessible.
  • Supports infection prevention: Appropriate products can contribute to infection prevention programmes in workplaces and shared environments.
  • Improves customer confidence: Visible, well-maintained hand hygiene facilities demonstrate a commitment to cleanliness and wellbeing.
  • Provides practical solutions for busy premises: Commercial refill containers help businesses maintain a consistent supply of essential hand hygiene products.

Hand Sanitiser vs Antibacterial Hand Soap – What's the Difference?

Handwashing and hand sanitising serve complementary purposes. Choosing the right product depends on the environment, the activity being undertaken and the hygiene requirements of the setting.

Antibacterial Liquid Hand Soap

Handwashing with liquid soap and clean running water helps remove dirt, grease, germs and other unwanted substances from the hands. It is particularly important when hands are visibly dirty and in environments where handwashing is required by workplace procedures.

Our SOS Antibacterial Liquid Hand Soap is supplied in convenient 5-litre refill containers, with two containers per pack. Its stated applications include food processing areas, meat plants, hospitals, schools, nursing homes, offices and domestic settings, subject to the product's intended use.

Alcohol-Based Hand Sanitiser Gel

Alcohol-based hand sanitiser is a convenient option when soap and water are not readily available and hands are not visibly dirty. Our SOS Alcohol Hand Sanitiser Gel contains a stated 71% alcohol formulation and is supplied ready to use in a 5-litre refill format.

When used according to the product instructions, appropriately formulated alcohol-based hand sanitisers can reduce many types of bacteria and susceptible viruses.

INVIRTU Alcohol-Free Hand Foam Sanitiser

For organisations looking for an alternative to alcohol-based sanitising products, INVIRTU Hand Foam Sanitiser offers an alcohol-free formulation. The supplied product information describes it as colour-free, fragrance-free and non-flammable, with a range of pack sizes available.

Its stated antimicrobial performance and suitability for particular environments should be confirmed against the manufacturer's supporting documentation.

Important: Hand sanitiser does not replace handwashing when hands are visibly dirty or greasy. Always follow the product instructions and any specific hygiene procedures relevant to your industry.

Explore Our Hand Hygiene Products

SOS Alcohol Hand Sanitiser Gel – 71% Alcohol

A ready-to-use alcohol-based hand sanitiser gel supplied in a convenient 5-litre refill container. Designed for professional hand hygiene applications in suitable commercial and workplace environments.

  • Stated 71% alcohol formulation.
  • Convenient 5-litre refill format.
  • Helps reduce many common germs when used correctly.
  • Safety Data Sheet available on request.

SOS Antibacterial Liquid Hand Soap – 5L Pack of 2

A professional liquid hand soap featuring a stated germicidal formulation that combines natural soap extracts with a germicidal ingredient.

  • Two 5-litre containers per pack.
  • Total volume of 10 litres.
  • Ready to use, according to the supplied product information.
  • Designed for compatible SOS liquid soap dispensers or a suitable SOS 5-litre pelican pump.
  • Suitable for consideration in a range of commercial and institutional settings.

INVIRTU Alcohol-Free Hand Foam Sanitiser – 5L Pack of 2

An alcohol-free hand foam sanitiser designed for organisations seeking an alternative to conventional alcohol-based products.

  • Alcohol-free formulation.
  • Colour-free and fragrance-free.
  • Described as non-flammable in the supplied product information.
  • Two 5-litre containers per case.
  • Smaller pack formats are also available.
  • Halal approval and antimicrobial testing are stated by the supplier; supporting documentation can be requested.

Explore the individual product listings for further information, pack sizes, product instructions and availability.

Applications for Commercial Hand Hygiene Products

Our hand hygiene range can support everyday hygiene routines across a variety of settings, subject to each product's intended use and suitability.

Offices and Commercial Buildings

Provide accessible hand soap and sanitising facilities for employees, contractors and visitors in washrooms, staff rooms, reception areas and shared workspaces.

Schools, Colleges and Educational Facilities

Support good hygiene habits by maintaining suitable handwashing facilities and providing hand sanitising products where appropriate.

Healthcare and Care Homes

Hand hygiene is an essential part of infection prevention in healthcare and care environments. Select products that meet the relevant clinical requirements and follow local infection prevention procedures.

Food Processing and Catering

Effective handwashing is particularly important in food-related environments. Select products suitable for the intended application and follow applicable food safety procedures. Hand sanitiser should not replace required handwashing.

Hospitality, Leisure and Retail

Hotels, restaurants, shops, gyms and leisure facilities can support everyday hygiene by providing suitable handwashing and sanitising facilities for staff and visitors.

Industrial and Manufacturing Facilities

Commercial hand hygiene products can support workplace cleaning and hygiene programmes in staff welfare areas and other appropriate locations.

Public and Shared Facilities

Make suitable handwashing and hand sanitising products accessible in busy buildings and shared environments to encourage consistent hygiene practices

How to Maintain Effective Hand Hygiene

A practical hand hygiene programme combines appropriate products with good habits and accessible facilities.

  1. Wash hands regularly: Use liquid soap and clean running water, particularly when hands are dirty before handling food where required, and after using the toilet.
  2. Use hand sanitiser appropriately: When soap and water are unavailable and hands are not visibly dirty, use a suitable sanitiser according to its instructions.
  3. Cover all hand surfaces: When washing or sanitising, pay attention to palms, backs of hands, fingertips, thumbs and between fingers.
  4. Allow sanitiser to dry: Rub the product over your hands for the specified application time and allow them to dry as directed.
  5. Keep dispensers replenished: Check soap and sanitiser dispensers regularly so that products remain available when needed.
  6. Choose products for your environment: Consider usage levels, dispensing equipment, safety requirements and any industry-specific hygiene standards.

 

Frequently Asked Questions

Why is hand hygiene important? +

Hand hygiene helps reduce the transfer of germs and supports efforts to prevent the spread of infection. Regular handwashing and appropriate hand sanitising are important in workplaces, healthcare settings, educational facilities and other shared environments.

What is the difference between hand soap and hand sanitiser? +

Hand soap is used with water to remove dirt, grease and germs from hands. Hand sanitiser is applied without rinsing and can reduce many germs when used correctly. They complement one another rather than being interchangeable in every situation.

Is hand sanitiser as effective as washing hands? +

Alcohol-based hand sanitisers can be effective against many germs when used correctly, but soap and water are preferred when hands are visibly dirty or greasy. The effectiveness of a sanitiser depends on its formulation and the microorganisms involved.

What is the difference between alcohol-based and alcohol-free hand sanitiser? +

Alcohol-based sanitisers use alcohol as the active antimicrobial ingredient. Alcohol-free products use a different formulation and may have different efficacy, contact time and residual activity. Always check the individual product's test evidence and instructions rather than assuming the two types perform identically.

Which hand sanitiser should I choose for my workplace? +

Consider whether you need an alcohol-based gel or an alcohol-free foam, the expected frequency of use, dispensing requirements and any particular safety or workplace constraints. Review the product documentation to confirm suitability for your environment.

Can hand sanitiser replace antibacterial hand soap? +

No. Hand sanitiser is useful in appropriate circumstances, but it does not replace handwashing when hands are dirty or greasy or when washing is required by workplace procedures.

Are these products suitable for food processing environments? +

The supplied product information identifies certain products in this range for food processing or related settings. Always confirm the specific product's suitability and follow the applicable food safety and handwashing procedures.

Are these products suitable for hospitals and care homes? +

Some products may be suitable for particular applications, but healthcare environments have specific requirements. Check the product's efficacy documentation and confirm that it meets the facility's infection prevention protocols before use.

Are bulk hand hygiene products available? +

SOS Hygiene offers larger-volume formats, including 5-litre refills and multi-container cases. Contact our team to discuss product availability and requirements for larger orders.

Can I request Safety Data Sheets? +

Safety Data Sheets are available on request for products where documentation is provided. Contact SOS Hygiene to enquire about the relevant product documentation.

Buy Hand Hygiene Products from SOS Hygiene +

Maintain high standards of workplace hygiene with professional hand sanitiser and liquid hand soap products from SOS Hygiene.

Our range includes alcohol-based hand sanitiser gel, antibacterial liquid hand soap and alcohol-free hand foam sanitiser, giving businesses a choice of products to suit different hand hygiene requirements.

Whether you manage an office, school, care facility, food processing site, commercial building or industrial workplace, SOS Hygiene can help you explore practical hand hygiene supply options.

Browse our hand hygiene products or contact SOS Hygiene for product information, Safety Data Sheet enquiries and assistance with bulk supply requirements.

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