If you are looking for sturdy hand sanitisers in Malaysia that are packed with antibacterial and antiviral properties, then you’ve come to the right place!

We don’t have to tell you how important it is to keep your hand clean! Regularly washing your hands and keeping them clean can help keep viruses, bacteria and germs away. But, just washing your hands is not enough to kill the virus, hence why you’ll need a hand sanitiser for that. By applying a powerful hand sanitiser after washing, you don’t need to be afraid of viruses like the coronavirus!!! 


Why Must I Use a Hand Sanitiser?

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Mainly, because hand sanitisers offer a convenient method to disinfect your hands. Apart from killing bacteria, viruses and harmful germs, they can also prevent us from catching diseases. All you need to do is squeeze a coin-size amount onto your palm and rub it all over your hands. Oh, don’t wash your hands with any water or soap after using a hand sanitiser. We know, it feels sticky but will dry off by itself in few seconds!


Are Hand Sanitisers Effective?

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Yes, they’re pretty effective in keeping the coronavirus away if you use them consistently. However, you will need to look for a good one that contains over 70% of alcohol than other ingredients! Alcohol, in general, is used in medical practice to kill or inactivate viruses. Hence, that is why is it recommended to use a sanitiser with high alcohol solutions. If you can, look for one that contains up to 95% of alcohol. 


When Should I Sanitise My Hands?

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In the context of coronavirus prevention, you should sanitize your hands for 20-30 seconds every time you do the following below.

SANITISE YOUR HANDS EVERY TIME YOU: 

  • Blow your nose, cough or sneeze
  • Visit a public space (eg: malls, markets and places of worship)
  • Touched a surface outside of the home, including money
  • Before and after eating
  • After touching or taking care of a sick person
  • After using the toilet

What Are The Best Hand Sanitisers in Malaysia?

We know with so many sanitising products on the market, you’ll need to get one that is suitable for you. So, to help you out we’ve listed below the best hand sanitisers in Malaysia that will help fight the coronavirus. Plus, they’re also suitable for all skin types and conditions.

1. Dettol Hand Sanitizer Fresh

Dettol Refresh Instant Hand Sanitizer is preferred and recommended hand sanitiser by many top doctors and dermatologists in Malaysia. It can kill 99.9% of germs without water. The sanitiser is enriched with soothing aloe vera, hence it smells and feels like aloe vera too. The bottle is pretty small hence it is convenient and is ideal to keep in your car, bag or pocket.

Highlights: 

  • Kills 99.9% of germs 
  • Rinse free
  • Halal
  • Non-sticky

Buy Dettol Hand Sanitizer Fresh 50ml at Watsons for RM 9.90

2. Happy Hands n Co Just Another Lemon Tree Hand Sanitizer

Some alcohol sprays can be a tad bit too drying with each spray, but not with this handy sanitizer! It contains 75% alcohol combined with aloe vera and lemon essential oils to get rid of 99.9% of germs and bacteria.

Highlights:

  • Moisturizing
  • Zesty lemon scent
  • Keeps hands soft and protected
  • Comes in a keychain to attach to your bag for on-the-go protection

Price: RM17.90

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3. Antabax Hand Sanitizer Spray 

This multi-tasker can kill viruses at the same time, hydrates and nourishes your skin. Formulated with aloe vera and other essential vitamins for the skin, this sanitizing spray is perfect for everyone. To add to that, it is also dermatologically tested and certified to be gentle enough for babies, children and adults. Plus, you can also use it to clean any surfaces, and purify the air around your home. 

Highlights:

  • Kill germs 99.9% all surface
  • Gentle on skin
  • Provides 24 hours derma protect 
  • Infused with micro moisture serum
  • Halal

Buy Antabax Hand Sanitizer Spray at Watsons for RM 4.75

4. Au Fairy Instant Hand Sanitizer 

The Au Fairy Instant Hand Sanitizer offers up to 24 hours of protection! It is free of harsh chemicals hence for all skin including sensitive skin and all age groups including kids!  Equipped with hydrating ingredients like vitamin E and aloe vera, this sanitiser offer moisturization to counter the drying effects of alcohol.

Highlights: 

  • 70% Alcohol
  • Acts quickly to kill harmful bacteria
  • Suitable for all skin types
  • Enriched with natural moisturizing molecules

Buy Aufairy Hand Sanitizer Liquid 200ml at Guardian for MYR19.90

5. Eagles Aloe Vera Hand Sanitizer

Compared to the sanitisers in the list, The Eagles Aloe Vera Hand Sanitizer is more affordable and easier to find! Made in Malaysia, the sanitiser comes in 120ml and 500ml bottles for a very reasonable price of RM14.90 or RM44.90 respectively. You can use the hand sanitiser without any water and it doesn’t need to be rinsed off as 

Highlights:

  • 70% alcohol 
  • Kill up to 99.9% of germs, bacteria, fungus and viruses
  • Infused with aloe vera for moisturizing
  • Gentle on your skin

Buy Eages Aloe Vera Hand Sanitizer on Lazada

6. Skin Cottage Hand Sanitizer

The Skin Cottage Hand Sanitizer is one of the most popular options in Malaysia. It has garnered tons of positive reviews online for its effectiveness. It is specially formulated to disinfect and kill germs. Plus, since the formula is pretty mild hence it is safe on all skin types. This hand sanitiser is available in the compact 50ml bottle, and you can also opt for the larger 500ml bottle. It will keep the bad guys away as well as moisturize your skin.

Highlights:

  • Kills 99.9% of germs
  •  Paraben-Free
  • Suitable for all skin types
  •  Keeps the hands soft and smooth

Buy The Skin Cottage Hand Sanitizer for RM 8.16 on Shopee

7. Melix Hand Sanitizer

The big-sized Melix Hand Sanitizer is perfect for homes and offices. It is super effective in killing germs while keeping your skin hydrated. Despite, the high concentration of alcohol, this sanitiser does not dry or damage your skin, thanks to its moisturizing agents such as aloe vera and vitamin E. However, it is selling out fast so grab yours while stock lasts! 

Highlights:

  • 75% alcohol
  • Kills up to 99.99% of germs
  • Contains actual aloe vera extracts 
  • Halal

Buy Melix Hand Sanitizer 500ml for RM 58 on Lazada

8. Skygel Hand Sanitizer Gel

After going through many lab tests, this sanitiser is proven effective against microbial like germs and bacteria. Once it touches your skin, it can instantly kill 99.99% of germs and viruses. FYI, this hand sanitiser is also used in many hospitals and clinics in Malaysia.

The Skygel Hand Sanitizer Gel is an excellent option.

Highlights:

  • Proven to kill 99.99% of germs
  • Halal
  • 70% alcohol
  • Microbial tested
  • Rinse-free and non-sticky

Buy the Skygel Hand Sanitizer Gel 500ml for RM 75

9. Safercare Plus Hospital Grade Hand Sanitizer

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The Safercare Plus Hospital Grade Hand Sanitizer is a hospital-grade hand sanitiser. It has the benefit to keep your hands from drying out. At the same time, it also has the ability to kill 99.99% of harmful viruses and bacteria. Besides that, it is also gentle on the skin and doesn’t leave a sticky residue. Therefore, it is also suitable for those with sensitive skin as it is non-irritating.

Highlights:

  • Hospital-grade hand sanitiser
  • Non-irritating
  • Non-sticky
  • Gentle on the skin

Buy Safercare Plus Hospital Grade Hand Sanitizer 500ml at Lazada for RM18.00

10. Guardian Antibacterial Soothing Hand Sanitizer

The Guardian Antibacterial Soothing Hand Sanitizer is super affordable and able to kill 99% of germs. It is also formulated to help provide a hygienic deep cleanse for healthy skin. Its formula is also skin-caring and contains a special mixture of soothing and antioxidising grapefruit essential oil and sakura extract. 

Highlights:

  • Kills 99% of germs
  • Skin caring formula
  • Provides deep hygienic cleanse

Buy the Guardian Antibacterial Soothing Hand Sanitizer at Guardian for RM3.00

11. Aiken Antibacterial Hand Sanitiser

The Aiken Antibacterial Hand Sanitiser has a formula that helps kill 99% of germs without water. It also has a non-sticky texture that dries quickly as well! Besides that, it has the benefit to provide on-the-go protection in an instant. With a refreshing fragrance, it’ll leave your hands feeling moisturised and clean. 

Highlights:

  • Quick-drying
  • Kills 99% of germs
  • Refreshing fragrance
  • Non-sticky

Buy the Aiken Antibacterial Hand Sanitiser at Watsons for RM4.90

12. Baby Organix Naturally Kinder Hand Sanitizer

If you are looking for a hand sanitiser that is suitable for kids and younger children, then get the Baby Organix Naturally Kinder Hand Sanitizer. Safe for children, this hand sanitiser is free from harsh chemicals and doesn’t irritate the skin at all. With a 100% plant-based formula, it is gentle on the skin. What’s more, is that it has been dermatologically tested, so you can rest easy knowing it is genuinely safe! 

Highlights:

  • Dermatologically tested
  • Alcohol-free
  • Non-irritating
  • 100% plant-based

Buy Baby Organix Naturally Kinder Hand Sanitizer at BabyOrganix for RM 19.90

13. Chomel Hand Sanitizer

Another alcohol-free hand sanitiser that is suitable for kids is the Chomel Hand Sanitizer. Dermatologically tested, it is suitable even for those with sensitive skin types. Its formula doesn’t contain harsh ingredients, and instead contains vitamin E and glycerin. Both of which offer moisturising properties to your skin. 

Highlights:

  • Quick-drying formula
  • Kills 98% of bacteria
  • Hypoallergenic formula
  • plant-based formula

Buy Chomel Hand Sanitizer at Chomel for RM 8.01

14. Purell Advanced Hand Sanitizer Gel 

If you have sensitive skin, Purell’s Advanced Hand Sanitizer Gel is the one you should get. Purell is a household name that is trusted across the globe. Its simple formula contains ethyl alcohol, the star ingredient that takes up 70% of its formula. But, don’t worry, this alcohol is actually sourced from plants, and is definitely pure. Aside from that, it also contains four conditioners that help retain moisture and soothe your skin.

Highlights:

  • One squirt is enough
  • BPA and Triclosan-free
  • Kills 99.99% of germs 
  • Fragrance-free and food-safe

Buy Purell Advanced Hand Sanitizer Gel  at Lazada for RM 60.50

15. Lifebuoy Total 10 Hand Sanitizer 

Lifebuoy is known for antibacterial and hand sanitising products. Similar to Dettol, the Lifebuoy Total 10 Hand Sanitizer has an alcohol-based formula that is quite effective. Its formula also doesn’t dry out your skin and contains skin-friendly ingredients. It also contains 70% ethyl alcohol that offers the properties of disinfecting. Along with vitamin E, it is a moisturising hand sanitiser. 

Highlights:

  • Kills 99.99% of germs
  • Fast-acting
  • Soothing and moisturising
  • Does not irritate the skin

Buy Lifebuoy Total 10 Hand Sanitizer at Watsons for RM 6.70

16. SaniShark Alcohol Hand Sanitizer 

SaniShark Alcohol Hand Sanitizer is one of the most effective hand sanitisers as it is medical-grade and for hospital use. You have the option of purchasing it in its liquid or gel form, depending on your preference. It offers sizes up to 5L, making it suitable for hospitals. Its formula also contains chlorhexidine, an antiseptic and disinfectant used widely in the medical setting. 

Highlights:

  • Kills 99.99% of germs
  • Only uses 75% alcohol
  • Available in multiple sizes
  • Effective

Buy SaniShark Alcohol Hand Sanitizer at Shopee for RM 17.00

17. Dr. Bronner’s Organic Hand Sanitizer 

A multi-functional hand sanitiser is Dr. Bronner’s Organic Hand Sanitizer. It contains a skin-friendly formulation that leaves your skin feeling soft with the presence of organic glycerin. Choose from either lavender or peppermint as they both provide different benefits for your skin. Lavender helps soothe and heal irritations while peppermint helps with itchiness and muscle pains. It also contains antibacterial properties that are gentle on your skin, and it can be used as a deodorant and air freshener as well! 

Highlights:

  • Free from harsh chemicals
  • Alcohol-free
  • No petrochemical thickeners or GMO-ethanol
  • Can be used as deodorant or air freshener

Buy Dr. Bronner’s Organic Hand Sanitizer at Shopee for RM 62.80

18. Bath & Body Works PocketBac Hand Sanitizer 

For the best smelling hand sanitisers, you know where to go! Visit any Bath & Body Works outlet and you’ll be greeted with amazing scents mixing together. Bath and Body Works PocketBac Hand Sanitizer are convenient to bring around as they are pocket friendly and are available in several different scents! Each smells like perfume and is formulated with vitamin E, shea extract, as well as aloe. Not only does it make your skin feel soft, it also contains 68% alcohol to keep your hands clean! 

Highlights:

  • Pretty packaging
  • Kills 99.9% of germs
  • Pocket-sized
  • Wide variety of scents

Buy Bath and Body Works PocketBac Hand Sanitizer at Bath & Body Works for RM 11.00

19. Kleenex Water Fresh Antibac Wipes  

Kleenex is a household tissue brand that everyone knows. So, it isn’t a surprise that they have great antibacterial wipes too! The Kleenex Water Fresh Antibac Wipes are moisturising and are available at your local drugstore. It is lab-tested and contains ingredients such as vitamin E, aloe vera and shea butter that are moisturising on the skin. These durable wipes are also dermatologically tested to kill 99% of bacteria.

Highlights:

  • Moisturising
  • Kills 99% of bacteria
  • Durable
  • Tested dermatologically and laboratorally

Buy Kleenex Water Fresh Antibac Wipes at Watsons for RM 6.80


How Else Can I Help Prevent the Spread of the Coronavirus?

The best way to prevent the spread is social distancing. The Malaysian government has imposed a 14-day Movement Control Order from March 18 to 31 nationwide to curb the spread of the Covid-19 infection in Malaysia. Obey the order and stay home! Avoiding going out unless it is necessary. 

Plus, you can also avoid shaking hands, hugging or kissing people, sharing food, utensils, cups and towels with others. We know it is sudden and challenging but this move is necessary to prevent the spread of Covid-19 In fact, social distancing is the only way we can prevent more people from being infected by the outbreaks that can destroy lives.

Lastly, we from Beauty Insider Malaysia hope all of you can endure this challenge. Don’t panic, don’t worry, and stay calm. Together we will be able to block the spread of this outbreak in the near future!