5 AMAZING HACKS Using Only Rubbing Alcohol!

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    Rubbing alcohol is another one of those wonderful products that everyone should have in their DIY cleaning product arsenal. It's a great disinfectant and comes in handy in the kitchen and bathroom. In this video, I cover 5 of my favorite rubbing alcohol hacks when it comes to cleaning and DIY cleaners!
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  • @cleanmyspace
    @cleanmyspace  Před 6 lety +938

    Should we make more videos talking about cleaning hacks?

    • @barbyorke4656
      @barbyorke4656 Před 6 lety +15

      Clean My Space
      Yes please

    • @mmmstitch
      @mmmstitch Před 6 lety +10

      Yes!

    • @cathypeterson8465
      @cathypeterson8465 Před 6 lety +6

      Yes please Melissa and Chad Your videos are awesome with saving time and money.What is a cheap way to clean patio furniture.? Thank you for all the effort you put into the videos!

    • @pythiacael3876
      @pythiacael3876 Před 6 lety +5

      Hand sanitizer. hmmm.. I started using it when it started trending but then I begin to notice how dark the water is when I wash my hands when I get home. hand sanitizer made my hands a magnet of all the dirt I touched or accumulated through out the day. Stopped using it but use it as last resort to sanitize my hands but still look for water to get rid of the greasiness. Preferred is soap with water to remove dirt and microbes.

    • @butterflyforeve
      @butterflyforeve Před 6 lety +1

      I make my own eye glass cleaner like you said except I don't add any dish soap its not needed. My daughter and husband wash their glasses about once a week with soap and water because they are both very oily, I don't have that issue so I just use my solution but I use it daily.

  • @mikelemoine4267
    @mikelemoine4267 Před 4 lety +41

    Another trick is that most spray nozzles from old cleaning products will screw right onto a rubbing alcohol bottle, just shorten the pick up tube a bit. Works great!

    • @noraneka
      @noraneka Před 2 lety +2

      I actually did that before reading this !

    • @YIPMAN23
      @YIPMAN23 Před rokem +1

      Omg mind 😳 🤯 thanks!!!

  • @barbaralevel7225
    @barbaralevel7225 Před 6 lety +109

    I have started using your cleaning hacks--vinegar--alcohol, etc. Saving a lot on supplies--thanks!!!

    • @svetlanikolova2108
      @svetlanikolova2108 Před 3 lety

      Vinegar
      5 gal bucket, 2 lb apples decored and cut in to four. 2 cups of sugar 4 gal of warm water. Leave it closed for a month and you have cheap vinegar. If you have access to wild apples, it will cost you only for sugar (around 2 bucks for sugar)

  • @susanlopez3676
    @susanlopez3676 Před 6 lety +29

    Thanks for the tips! I would also mention that rubbing alcohol can remove or damage factory finishes on metal handles, finished stainless appliances, and any painted and varnished surfaces. While this may not be noticeable in the short run over time it will dull the finish and then remove the coating in blotched sections.

  • @jeanshimpeno45
    @jeanshimpeno45 Před 3 lety +10

    Love the eye glass cleaner recipe. I will try that. I love using rubbing alcohol to clean and disinfect with. I use straight rubbing alcohol to spray on my counters, light switches and door handle. I also use it on windows and mirrors. Cleans them beautifully.

  • @tesson8969
    @tesson8969 Před 6 lety +12

    I use rubbing alcohol in the washing machine as an extra bonus sanitizer to my wash. Great for extra stinky towels (we go to the pool/beach a lot), I also use it to clean with, floors, countertops, all over the kitchen and bathrooms. Cheap and very effective.

  • @nadiabourdages6739
    @nadiabourdages6739 Před 6 lety +831

    As a microbiologist, I have to add that the best ratio to actually disinfect with alcool is 70% alcool in 30% water. Not 50/50.

    • @susie7336
      @susie7336 Před 6 lety +31

      Nadia Bourdages very true! I
      it’s usually sold at 70 percent strength. At dollar stores, it’s usually 50/50. In the first aid aisle, it can be found at 90 percent strength.

    • @khariscadogan7619
      @khariscadogan7619 Před 6 lety +5

      Nadia Bourdages 30% water and 70% alcohol is how much in measurements

    • @nancyroche3980
      @nancyroche3980 Před 6 lety +7

      If I smell 70%alcohol I might pass out ...

    • @susylopez9308
      @susylopez9308 Před 5 lety +6

      Nadia Bourdages Does the 50/50 apply to 91% alcohol. That’s what I purchase.

    • @ceciliawhite4520
      @ceciliawhite4520 Před 5 lety +5

      Susan Freeland i used the 90% one 16 oz

  • @bobbielong6477
    @bobbielong6477 Před 5 lety +9

    Yes please, I love natural and effective cleaning tips!

  • @sharonjerseygirl3682
    @sharonjerseygirl3682 Před 5 lety +6

    Yes I love using Hand ✋ Sanitizer for my hands & wiping down the push handles on shopping 🛒 carts when I go shopping 🛍!!! 👍😊

  • @rachelbez5021
    @rachelbez5021 Před 5 lety +14

    I clean my tile floor with rubbing alcohol. First vacuum. Wet the flat room duster with some water and pour out alcohol on the tile as you go, pulling up dirt & it shines as you go. The floor dries quickly and you are ready to go.

  • @picantesworld7723
    @picantesworld7723 Před 6 lety +49

    Took advantage of the sale got my cloths last week. Wow the quality. My favorite has to be that large waffle cloth! Excellent quality. Melissa you really chose an incredible manfacturer.

    • @nonameno6690
      @nonameno6690 Před 6 lety

      How much was the duty? And was that asked for at the door???

  • @barbyorke4656
    @barbyorke4656 Před 6 lety +43

    I love your vids so much
    You should do a day in the life vid
    It would be interesting to see what you do in the day
    Thank you

  • @michellerene483
    @michellerene483 Před 4 lety +4

    After searching for a DIY disinfecting spray I landed on this one, that was explained well and simple to do. Loved it! Thank you :)

  • @violetriley4005
    @violetriley4005 Před 5 lety +7

    Yes! I love cleaning with rubbing alcohol. Always clean my phone, Apple Watch, and Bluetooth headset. Will be making some disinfectant spray. Thanx

  • @skinnydee1886
    @skinnydee1886 Před 6 lety +2

    I love the idea of making my own eyeglasses cleaner, and hand sanitizer. I usually carry a small bottle of hand sanitizer in my handbag, but I always use soap and water at home.
    Thank you Melissa, you're the best!

  • @filomenacarakasidis1663
    @filomenacarakasidis1663 Před 6 lety +3

    Thank you for telling me about microfibre cloths me and my husband only use these now keep up the good work I have always enjoyed watching your videos amazing work over the years ⭐️😌

  • @lauriel.86
    @lauriel.86 Před 6 lety +157

    I spritz my microsuede sofa with rubbing alcohol to kill germs. Water leaves water rings on microsuede, but alcohol dries quick with no spots.

    • @susie7336
      @susie7336 Před 6 lety +8

      Laurie L. This is a great tip!!!

    • @issystar96
      @issystar96 Před 5 lety +8

      That's a really good idea, thanks for sharing! My mom has a microsuede couch, and I always want to clean it but am scared to spray any disinfectants on it

    • @issystar96
      @issystar96 Před 5 lety +2

      One more thing, do you add any water to your couch spray, or is it just the rubbing alcohol?

    • @myriambourra1940
      @myriambourra1940 Před 5 lety +1

      So you don't mix it with water?

    • @shelbeastark9350
      @shelbeastark9350 Před 5 lety +2

      I agree, micro suede cleans up well with rubbing alcohol. Use a microfiber cloth to Remove water marks/rings

  • @RonConsumer
    @RonConsumer Před 6 lety +8

    I've been using Rubbing Alcohol for all my cleaning for the past decade... it's some really fantastic stuff removes the grease and oil on the stove fast and yes, make sure you are not working around an open flame. Thanks for a great video Melissa.

    • @lilly-qh8el
      @lilly-qh8el Před 2 lety

      Hi Melissa have an old stove love cleaning without the harsh cleaners.So gotta try it .

  • @LenaM277
    @LenaM277 Před 4 lety +1

    Hand sanitizer diy suggestion is priceless. My optician/ ophthalmologist suggested dish liquid solutions also, for cleaning eyeglasses. Love your videos!!!

  • @janie88ful
    @janie88ful Před 3 lety +1

    LOVE YOUR VIDEOS AND HACKS. MY OWN CLEANING COMPANY FOR 25 YEARS AND LEARNED SOOO MUCH FROM YOU. THANK YOU

  • @pennythatcher1306
    @pennythatcher1306 Před 5 lety +76

    I think hand sanitizer is awesome in a pinch. However there's nothing like some good old soap and water. ❤💚💙☮

    • @nessydelight470
      @nessydelight470 Před 5 lety +3

      Penny Thatcher agreed

    • @robinmcknight3868
      @robinmcknight3868 Před 2 lety +2

      With covid soap is not enough, alcohol is a must !

    • @edropper2732
      @edropper2732 Před 2 lety +1

      @@robinmcknight3868 Wrong..A simple bar of soap lathered in your hands will destroy the virus' membrane thus for killing it..And the soap bubbles once rinsed carry away the virus

  • @malissiajones7761
    @malissiajones7761 Před 4 lety +5

    A little tip from me to you. If you have to clean something out of a freezer that was spilled or whatever, alcohol in warm water will prevent the cleaning cloth from sticking to the ice cold freezer and clean the problem, too.

  • @cathylynnpietranton
    @cathylynnpietranton Před 6 lety +3

    Thanks Melissa for sharing your tips

  • @Dianapohl
    @Dianapohl Před 6 lety +2

    I use straight vinegar in my eyeglass cleaner spray bottle. Never thought about rubbing alcohol! Thanks for that. As for hand sanitizer, I always have some in the car, in my purse, and on my desk at work. I don't use it often, but want some handy if I have a cold, if we're travelling and using public washrooms, etc.

  • @catherinesumrall9970
    @catherinesumrall9970 Před 6 lety +15

    Rubbing alcohol can also be used to remove Command strips with no paint damage! Dip a straight pin, safety pin, or thin knife into rubbing alcohol and run it between the sticker and the wall. The alcohol will help dissolve the adhesive and you should be able to pull the hook away with very little damage.

    • @abutterfly7975
      @abutterfly7975 Před rokem

      Isn’t the whole idea that you just pull the tab and it removes easily, no alcohol needed.

    • @lindahill1199
      @lindahill1199 Před rokem

      ​@abutterfly7975 Yes thats the theory but doesn't always work, js.

  • @melissataulbee2048
    @melissataulbee2048 Před 6 lety +11

    I love the makers cloths! I have tried many other microfiber cloths and none compare to the quality of yours.

  • @caitlynbrown2296
    @caitlynbrown2296 Před 6 lety

    I've been watching Clean My Space since i was just trying to help my single mom around the house to now caring for my own home! I have so enjoyed watching your family grow and learning from you... THANK YOU for your content

  • @amyentampa
    @amyentampa Před 6 lety

    I was surprised that I actually haven't used a couple of these ideas! Thanks! I also only use hand sanitizer when soap and water is unavailable but I really like to use a wipe in addition to the sanitizer.

  • @funnybookworm09
    @funnybookworm09 Před 6 lety +3

    I don’t like gel type hand sanitizers but I really like the spray kinds from either Honest Company or SunBum (both in the baby section at Target). No chemicals and most importantly, not sticky!

  • @lisathomas7062
    @lisathomas7062 Před 6 lety +3

    I have the same opinion as you (Melissa). My biggest issue is the residue left from the store bought ones. ... Definitely going to have to make my own hand sanitizer from now on.

  • @traceycosta9196
    @traceycosta9196 Před 6 lety +2

    Where would I be without you😃 all the way from Australia, absolutely love you're videos. I have rubbing alcohol on hand but had no idea it has no many uses so Thankyou💕

  • @susandickson9869
    @susandickson9869 Před 4 lety +2

    I like hand sanitizer when my hubby and I go thrifting. Stores in our area rarely have public restrooms so hand sanitizer does the trick after searching for all the bargains. I also use hand sanitizer in my craft room for cleaning stubborn messes off surfaces. It doesn't dry as fast as pure alcohol so it has more working time to desolve those stains and spills.

  • @katebader3103
    @katebader3103 Před 5 lety +20

    Thanks for this. IMO hand sanitizer is crucial for big city living. Esp riding the subway!

  • @cleanmyspace
    @cleanmyspace  Před 6 lety +89

    What do you think of hand sanitizer?

    • @barbyorke4656
      @barbyorke4656 Před 6 lety +2

      Clean My Space
      I like it most of the time

    • @mmmstitch
      @mmmstitch Před 6 lety +14

      I’d rather just wash my hands. But I do use it when traveling.

    • @karenkk7812
      @karenkk7812 Před 6 lety +3

      Not often

    • @LoreyD
      @LoreyD Před 6 lety +13

      I'm all for it. Especially in an office or when coming in contact with sick people in small spaces. I don't really use it at home, unless I'm sick or someone else in the house is sick.

    • @KL-bg8fi
      @KL-bg8fi Před 6 lety +5

      Clean My Space I'd like to make my own hand sanitizer with safe ingredients and few ingredients as possible!!!

  • @MrsFooshay
    @MrsFooshay Před 6 lety

    Definitely going to try this for my grimy kitchen blinds. Thanks!

  • @prabhakarrao4922
    @prabhakarrao4922 Před 5 lety +2

    Thank you for your helpful hints!

  • @user-qh8bn8fz6s
    @user-qh8bn8fz6s Před 6 lety +13

    Your videos are very inspiring education tools. Ive been watching ur vids since i became the one who take responsibility to manage my whole house (aka living without parents). It really helped me a lot. Thanks for awesome contents and quality of videos.

  • @HalTheAl
    @HalTheAl Před 6 lety +310

    Quick tip for disinfecting: if your rubbing alcohol isn't already diluted to 60-70%, don't use it without diluting it.
    Many bacteria and viruses, especially the ones used to "wild" outside conditions and not the comfy stable conditions of your body, have the ability to lay dormant when dehydrated. After all, they're not always going to find themselves in convenient puddles of water and have had billions of years to adapt to dry land colonisation, even if it's only temporary.
    Using a higher percentile or pure rubbing alcohol just dehydrates the cell/viral capsid without being able to get to the machinery inside it. It'll still kill some, sure, but it's not effective in the slightest and the ones it doesn't kill will go on to reproduce resistant offshoots. So it'll get less and less effective.
    When you use an alcohol diluted to 60-70%, you attain a perfect balance - just enough water so the alcohol molecules can actually pass through the membrane and into the cell, and just enough alcohol to properly kill once inside.
    My microbiology and genetics labs, which must be spotless for precision's sake if not for safety, use this dilution in a spray bottle on every surface that can't be autoclaved.

    • @khariscadogan7619
      @khariscadogan7619 Před 6 lety +15

      Max ok so if the rubbing alcohol already comes at 60-70% strength you can use it just like that without diluting that is what you mean

    • @nancyroche3980
      @nancyroche3980 Před 6 lety +16

      Max.... How long did it take you to write all this... I wouldn't have the patience ... I like you... I like you a lot haha

    • @briantrend1812
      @briantrend1812 Před 5 lety +1

      Max so whats the best alcohol to buy 100% or 70% as it comes in those two forms? I use it to clean MTB brake levers etc after brake bleeding and what are some other industrial uses for it? the other eye glass cleaner and window cleaner are good ideas. prepping for survival and first aid sanitisers are other good uses and cleaning electronics. any others? does anyone know if rubbing alcohols are used in cigarette lighter propellants and bicycle disc brake cleaning sprays?. im sure rubbing your brake discs with RA will work fine and not leave any bad residues to damages and pregnate the disc brake pads , contaminating and detroying them causing your brakes to sweak? well the only way is to try it!

    • @gimliteye
      @gimliteye Před 5 lety +10

      Max, thanks for taking the time to explain a possibility most of us--me, anyway--had not considered.

    • @tylerlarosee478
      @tylerlarosee478 Před 5 lety +3

      Nerd

  • @amandamariemullins2954
    @amandamariemullins2954 Před 6 lety +1

    Great video. Look forward to trying these out! Just like you, I like hand sanitizer in a pinch, but soap and water is my go to.

  • @helenaadams2107
    @helenaadams2107 Před 5 lety +2

    I love it! And I can't wait to make it. I use it all the time, but maybe now you can talk about the severe dry hands that comes from alcohol and the constant hand washing. Btw, this is my first time watching, and I love it!

  • @cayden114
    @cayden114 Před 5 lety +34

    Just the tiniest squirt of 91% isopropyl alcohol in the toilet works way better than any toilet cleaner I’ve ever used

  • @kathleennorton6108
    @kathleennorton6108 Před 4 lety +3

    An excellent glass cleaner is a drop of Dawn in distilled water. The minerals in water cause streaks, thus distilled water hasn't any minerals, so no streaks.
    It's amazing!

  • @karynb7781
    @karynb7781 Před 6 lety +1

    Hand sanitizer Must Have Spaces: used it at the airport, after a sticky menu, after thrift shopping and when visiting in the hospital. It's not for Every time, Every day> But Sometimes, It's Essential! I carry it in the car, my husband doesn't, so I also keep it in my purse. Last week, he needed some too!

  • @dianeblankssanchez9810
    @dianeblankssanchez9810 Před 3 lety +1

    I love the convenience of a hand sanitizer. Early on l learned a "crude" but effective formula using alcohol and baby oil as the only two ingredients. I am a retired CNA/HHA, so l always had to be prepared for the unexpected. Soap and water is my preferred method of handwashing, but when it's not accessible for whatever reason, either your own formula...or a "safe" commercial formula is a good option.👩🏾

  • @saltress1126
    @saltress1126 Před 5 lety +3

    Been doin this for years works better than anything else! 👍🙂

  • @thomasc.belanger9893
    @thomasc.belanger9893 Před 4 lety +28

    I never use any hand sanitizer only ivory soap and water, I honestly haven't had a common cold in 42 years, maybe I'm just Blessed.🙂 FanTom USA

  • @tcan4959
    @tcan4959 Před 6 lety +1

    Thanks for these tips. I only use hand sanitizer when I have been to the doctors or hospital. Or if I’m out and have no way to wash my hands. I’m with you on good old washing your hands

  • @patsytrippe1587
    @patsytrippe1587 Před 3 lety

    Yes please. I love learning about cleaning hacks. Thank you.

  • @deborahconkle6822
    @deborahconkle6822 Před 6 lety +21

    I prefer soap and water too. But when I do use hand sanitizer I like wipes over the kind in a bottle. I especially like them when I travel to wipe down the arm rest and tray tables on a plane.

  • @badkittybeauty8982
    @badkittybeauty8982 Před 6 lety +41

    We use hand sanitizer because my daughter has Cystic Fibrosis and I have an autoimmune disorder. We both need to use it or else we can get some nasty infections.

    • @kmoresco6858
      @kmoresco6858 Před 5 lety +1

      This is us too...especially when we need to go into the hospitals or on a plane...yuck!

    • @issystar96
      @issystar96 Před 5 lety +3

      Just make sure you wash with soap and water as much as possible, because hand sanitizer does not kill all germs like washing thoroughly does

    • @rodbutler8069
      @rodbutler8069 Před 5 lety +6

      Thumbs way up to all CF families. We all pray for a cure someday.

  • @CrownofCoils7
    @CrownofCoils7 Před 6 lety +2

    It's 11:32 pm, and I just cleaned my blinds in my bedroom! They look brand new! Can't wait to tackle the blinds in the house!

  • @Egypttology
    @Egypttology Před 6 lety +2

    Like you I use soap and water mainly and from Time to time I use hand sanitizer. Great hacks.

  • @OdariArt
    @OdariArt Před 4 lety +4

    I've been cleaning with rubbing alcohol for years. It really gets the job done right and it's only a dollar.
    Hate hand sanitizer, love soap and water.

  • @gayleritter1199
    @gayleritter1199 Před 4 lety +11

    When I was in the hospital ICU years ago, the cleaning people would come in and be finished in less than 5 minutes. They would do windows and clean all hard surfaces with alcohol and water spray solution. I've been using it ever since.

  • @cazcaz2701
    @cazcaz2701 Před 4 lety +1

    I can’t live without hand sanitizer, thanks for the fabulous recipes 👍🙏💕

  • @jehnayr7949
    @jehnayr7949 Před 5 lety +1

    My favorite hand sanitizer comes in a small spray pump from Whole Foods. It's called "Everyone for every body" & it's a delightful peppermint + citrus fragrance.

  • @latriciafountain6164
    @latriciafountain6164 Před 6 lety +5

    I truly enjoyed watching this video . I've learned a lot of key elements. I most definitely use hand sanitizer..especially when I'm out and about and also because I am a nanny/ preschool teacher. I love having some handy when playing outside with children on the playground.😁🤩

  • @thomasc.belanger9893
    @thomasc.belanger9893 Před 4 lety +7

    For over 32 years I've been using any spray bottle, a double shot of lemon ammonia, a shot glass of rubbing alcohol and water for streak free windows, woodwork and all levelor blinds, it also smells better than plain ammonia or alcohol.🙂 FanTom USA

  • @ej9404
    @ej9404 Před 4 lety +1

    Thank u so much for the good ideas. I will make those for me.

  • @JackieSuleiman
    @JackieSuleiman Před 4 lety +1

    Thank you, I already made my own aloa Vera gel sanitizer and it is really good.

  • @JuliaCaban
    @JuliaCaban Před 6 lety +20

    What about cleaning a monitor/tv screen with it (the eye glasses spray diy)? Safe or not? :)

    • @bettym4859
      @bettym4859 Před 6 lety +8

      i do that with the 1/1 distilled water/alchool and make sure you sprits your cloth lightly, never the monitor. Works pretty fine, i do it on my computer monitors and tvs and it works very nice

    • @cristallarsen609
      @cristallarsen609 Před 6 lety +5

      My recipe is one part rubbing alcohol to 4 parts water. I’ve used this recipe for years.

    • @AishaMBudgets
      @AishaMBudgets Před 6 lety +8

      Can't afford those wonderful cloths Melissa is selling, so I use a couple coffee filters. I spray the alcohol mix on the filter (not too damp) and then do the S pattern. Dries in seconds and it's streak free!

    • @JuliaCaban
      @JuliaCaban Před 6 lety +2

      Thank you all so much! I will try your tips :)

    • @concernedcitizen4031
      @concernedcitizen4031 Před 5 lety +1

      Hi..

  • @charlotteringland7669
    @charlotteringland7669 Před 6 lety +5

    Could you do a video of 'cleaning on the go' like cleanign on the go for hand, pets, babies, travel tips, avoiding germs in public places (without looking like a clean freak)....?

  • @kathrynhasbrouck4441
    @kathrynhasbrouck4441 Před 5 lety

    Wanted to say hi and thank you for all your videos. Your a great inspiration! I use hand sanitizer but only when I'm out if their is no where to wash your hands or like after I open up a door or anything like that and if I'm home, I was my hands. I also use hand sanitizer for my oldest son who is almost 12 because he's stubborn and doesn't like to wash his hands all the time and since we have a baby as soon as he walks through the door from school he goes straight for the sanitizer. It's a house full either sanitizer or wash your hands when you come from outside.

  • @lisagonzalez6546
    @lisagonzalez6546 Před 5 lety +1

    I work in health care and it is very important and it helps prevent the spread of germs

  • @HandleHandleHandle195
    @HandleHandleHandle195 Před 5 lety +7

    For the lenses on glasses is better to clarify that alcohol is not to be used if they have antireflective coating. On transition lenses is not recommended as well.

    • @garrityphotographs6688
      @garrityphotographs6688 Před 5 lety

      Agreed. I've ruined glasses before that had a coating using a rubbing alcohol hack. Not worth it

  • @danaricci5044
    @danaricci5044 Před 5 lety +3

    I use it full strenght wherever possible.
    True..works like magic for pennies and does not contain gazillion harmful chemicals.
    Spray inside your snickers and gym bag occasionally !
    Tv screen...computer screen and the keys ...any mirror..glass cooking top ECT.

  • @jessicarossington104
    @jessicarossington104 Před 3 lety

    Yes they Always are needed. Thank You

  • @lestringer9
    @lestringer9 Před 5 lety

    Thank you! You have helped my business so much. Thank you for taking time out to make these videos.

  • @theresnomor
    @theresnomor Před 6 lety +104

    Rubbing alcohol is so great for windows and mirrors! :) and so much cheeper then buying windex or other window cleaners

    • @patrickwall8517
      @patrickwall8517 Před 4 lety +7

      DO NOT I REPEAT DO NOT ever use alcohol to clean glass or mirrors it will etch into the glass and ruin it.

    • @jpm029
      @jpm029 Před 4 lety +3

      70 percent is the best it makes glass invisible unlike windex which leaves residue and germs

    • @thewatcher611
      @thewatcher611 Před 4 lety +7

      As a professional window cleaner, I have to say that we never use pure alcohol to clean glass. We only add some to the water when it's cold to keep the water from freezing. No alcohol, just a simple soap and water solution, and a good squeegee, is all you need. Also, as stated above, it can etch some glass, take the coatings off, and eat into some window frames. I don't mind a little for a spot here and there, but our go to is just a correct amount of soap in the water.

    • @sebrinairwin2301
      @sebrinairwin2301 Před 3 lety

      Can u add essential oils to the cleaner when doing windows

    • @kimyoung3484
      @kimyoung3484 Před 3 lety

      @@thewatcher611 Thank you so much Sir 👍❤️

  • @dovesolutions
    @dovesolutions Před 5 lety +172

    I'm an optician. Rubbing alcohol strips off ar coatings which voids warranties. Don't recommend for eye glasses.

    • @sean6077
      @sean6077 Před 5 lety +4

      that was exactly me thinking. i used to work in a lab and one time i got ca glue on my lenses. i had to use acetone to remove the glue, but it also started to remove the coating. i had to have my lenses replaced. which also taught me to always wear eye protection (even if you wear prescription glasses) when you're working with ANY chemical; no matter how harmless you may think it is.

    • @kathybuchanan1324
      @kathybuchanan1324 Před 5 lety +14

      My opticians lab assistant recommended alcohol and water to clean my glasses... been doing it for 4 year's..

    • @Katrinabuttles827
      @Katrinabuttles827 Před 5 lety

      Thank you 🙏

    • @sonyainsd
      @sonyainsd Před 4 lety +6

      Use dawn dish soap and warm water.

    • @MildMisanthropeMaybeMassive
      @MildMisanthropeMaybeMassive Před 4 lety +4

      Lens cleaner is usually just a mix of isopropyl alcohol, dish detergent, and water.

  • @theresabrown1272
    @theresabrown1272 Před 4 lety

    Great video as always. I always prefer soap and water to wash my hands but if I’m out for a while and need to eat I don’t like eating with my hands full of germs. At that point I like having a hand sanitizer . I will try this recipe!

  • @desleykakoulidisgallaway3382

    I definitely doing this 👍🏻😍thanks for excellent reminders and tips

  • @curtistinemiller4646
    @curtistinemiller4646 Před 4 lety +5

    I love 70% Or more Alcohol ,I use it straight out the bottle,sanitizing beds doorknobs and faucets.

  • @BuddhaFang
    @BuddhaFang Před 4 lety +4

    For my version of (EO-inspired) hand sanitizer: A scoop of melted room temperature coconut oil is good for soft hands. Whip or mix really well if the coconut oil hasn’t dissolved and dispersed enough (it can feel a little gritty until the oil melts). And I learned what works best is definitely clear aloe vera gel found in the sunblock aisle - I thought pure aloe vera juice would be better but it got all weird when I added the alcohol.

  • @lindaketner2509
    @lindaketner2509 Před 6 lety

    I sometimes have to use hand sanitizer but I am like you in this regard. I use it if I have to.

  • @murnimohammad2413
    @murnimohammad2413 Před 6 lety +1

    Hi Melissa, I want to ask : when we go to clean a client's house, do we use our own detergent or do we usse the house owner detergents for all the cleaning? Which option is better?

  • @getoverthyself
    @getoverthyself Před 6 lety +4

    Only for emergencies. It destroys good gut bacteria. Thanks for sharing non toxic options

    • @johnheath86
      @johnheath86 Před 4 lety

      D Conway you’re not supposed to drink it...

  • @sarahmichaels2117
    @sarahmichaels2117 Před 6 lety +113

    I keep a small bottle of hand sanitizer in my car because after pumping gas, everyone touches the pump. Also, opening doors, buggies at the grocery store ect.... I always wash my hands with soap and water as soon as I get home.

    • @HjCrawford
      @HjCrawford Před 6 lety +10

      Sarah Michaels you must be from the South?
      When I moved up North for a bit people would look at me like I was crazy when I said buggy.. apparently you only call it a "cart" up there?

    • @mrgarner4796
      @mrgarner4796 Před 5 lety +7

      The steering wheel of the car is loaded with germs.

    • @cherylT321
      @cherylT321 Před 5 lety +6

      Sarah Michaels. That is so me! That is exactly what I do!

    • @elenajimenez8978
      @elenajimenez8978 Před 5 lety +6

      Sarah Michaels, I thought I exaggerated! LOL! Guess not! I also disinfect my steering wheel etc.

    • @Sarah-rx2wj
      @Sarah-rx2wj Před 4 lety +3

      Sarah Michaels Me too 👍

  • @sherrycatanese4312
    @sherrycatanese4312 Před 5 lety

    Love your videos! How should I clean the little piece of cloth that comes with my glasses? After awhile it gets to making smears so I know it needs cleaned. Didn’t think I should launder it as soap residue would get on it, correct? Thanks!

  • @dominicanchu1ita
    @dominicanchu1ita Před 6 lety +2

    Love it. Thank you.

  • @tentpegmolly3250
    @tentpegmolly3250 Před 6 lety +7

    I have a chronic illness that makes me immunocompromised so hand sanitizer is something I use several times a day when I'm out in public. I love this homemade recipe without the chemicals that are so bad for you!

  • @AmyBumpus
    @AmyBumpus Před 5 lety +7

    We avoid hand sanitizer. This one sounds ok but when possible I use gentle soaps like almond Castile soap

    • @margyb7469
      @margyb7469 Před 4 lety +2

      I avoid it to. I also use castle soap mix with tea tree oil when I'm at work as I work in Age Care, the tea tree oil helps kill bugs.

  • @felyrivera2973
    @felyrivera2973 Před 4 lety

    Wow and thank you CLEAN MY SPACE., you are awesome!

  • @kathygist6488
    @kathygist6488 Před 6 lety

    Love , love, love the cleaning videos, as well as the hacks.

  • @janellerist9892
    @janellerist9892 Před 5 lety +14

    Heres another tip, rubbing alcohol will remove permanent marker from most surfaces.

  • @behniwal08
    @behniwal08 Před 6 lety +11

    I always have it with me when I'm out but the second I get home the first thing I do is wash my hands.

  • @amberl4401
    @amberl4401 Před 5 lety

    These are great tips. I like the hand sanitizer and to clean items with. I’m going to try this.

  • @LizaMac11
    @LizaMac11 Před 4 lety +1

    I saved this video in favorites! Great hand sanitizer recipe

  • @lynnkiefer8373
    @lynnkiefer8373 Před 6 lety +8

    Melissa since you have a cleaning company, I would appreciate a breakdown of basic vs deep cleaning practices and expectations of the home owner and the cleaner/ company. This info would help with frustrations on both sides.

  • @smpotts7640
    @smpotts7640 Před 4 lety +3

    I love the detailed explanation by the microbiologist!
    Regarding discussion about hand sanitizer. Just some rubbing alcohol is much better if no water to wash is present. It doesn't dry my hands, and I have pretty fragile skin.
    I see many doctors have gotten in the habit of using hand sanitizer, especially when seeing patients because it's quick.
    However, I ask them to wash their hands.
    Hand sanitizer, among other things, contains insecticide........
    UH-HUH. Frequent use has been reported to eliminate natural flora long enough to actually leave skin vulnerable and people have developed warts, etc.i also don't trust the sticky residual not to actually pick up bacteria that might live long enough on the surface to be passed on.
    I have used rubbing alcohol for years for all the cleaning mentioned.
    I keep some in the kitchen in a spray bottle.
    I really don't like the residual of insecticides, anywhere.
    I encounter ants every once in a while, mostly if they find a stray piece of cookie on the floor, or some very sweet salad dressing on the counter---just a drop you couldn't see, and they WILL find it! I spray them with the alcohol and they die IMMEDIATELY. Then wipe up with a paper towel. Otherwise I use a drop of the gel insecticide on the little cards on the floor, and they immediately gather, eat it, and take it back to the queen, which is what you need to kill.
    I really don't have a problem if food is not left out and regular vaccuming.
    I've also noticed they don't like the dark blue dish detergent. They avoid it like the plague. So, if i need to scour a pan, I fill it with water and a small amount of the detergent and no ants come around.
    I decided to try an exterminator once, thinking it might be better. The guy used a gel............But he said it was a super-duper gel........Charged me $80 and was going to come on a schedule. Nope.

  • @aleyeinstein2106
    @aleyeinstein2106 Před 4 lety +1

    You’re awesome! Thanks!

  • @cherylsilverthorne9635

    Yes make more videos on cleaning hacks. Love them. Thanks for all the info😍

  • @shelby6066
    @shelby6066 Před 6 lety +37

    Having been a UA for the Army I see what continued use of mass produced hand sanitizer does, not to mention it's strips your hands/ your body from fighting naturally, bad bacteria. I like to make my own with simple Tea Tree Oil, and water. As an extra, I use a foaming hand soap container and add to it about 20 drops of tea tree oil and then fill it up with Castile soap. My go-to anti-bacterial hand soap

    • @pauletteleroy
      @pauletteleroy Před 6 lety +2

      good advice and I have tea tree oil at my house!

    • @shelby6066
      @shelby6066 Před 6 lety +2

      pauletteleroy I think you will be happy with the change😁😁😁❤

    • @bigred9428
      @bigred9428 Před 5 lety

      I believe lemon balm oil is a better antimicrobial.

    • @Akula114
      @Akula114 Před 5 lety +2

      Thanks very much! In my work and other activities of daily living, I use a lot of the jelled ethanol hand disinfectant. I've noticed my hands getting so dry my iPhone won't detect my finger on the touchpad. I'll try your recipe as I've never had a problem with Castile soap. I appreciate your advice!

  • @marilynlvsnails
    @marilynlvsnails Před 6 lety +51

    I use hand sanitizers when out and about- carry one in my purse all the time.

    • @cherylT321
      @cherylT321 Před 5 lety +3

      Marilyn Torres. Me, too. I keep one in my bag and one in the glove box of my car!

    • @sakanablesakanable
      @sakanablesakanable Před 4 lety +1

      You had information about COVID 2 years ago??
      May I know more?

  • @glitterchiglam2855
    @glitterchiglam2855 Před 6 lety

    I use rubbing alcohol with water and a couple of drops of soap to use as a granite/stone cleaner. It works like a charm. Thanks for sharing :)

  • @jamesfrisco8394
    @jamesfrisco8394 Před 3 lety

    THANKS FOR THE TIPS !

  • @martibee4140
    @martibee4140 Před 4 lety +26

    Here's some info u may want to consider, I used rubbing alcohol for many years, but I thought it was rather pricey, even tho it does do a really good job of cleaning. However I discovered it was much less expensive to buy the biggest bottles of "hand sanitizer I could find at the dollar store, & I use the hand sanitizer for cleaning tons of surfaces. It works really well, a lot less costly, plus less odor. It cleans streak free, & cleans stuff I
    Didn't think I could clean, before I discovered the magic of cleaning with hand sanitizer. Did u ever write on the lid of a plastic container (such as Tupperware) with a black permanent marker? And afterwards u wished u could clean it off?? Use hand sanitizer, dab just a few drops of hand sani on the permanent marker on plastic container. Let it sit for a few minutes, then wipe it off. If it doesn't clean all the permanent marker off immediately apply a few more days, let sit 3 to 5 min & wipe it off again. The permanent marker will all come off. It won't work on anything that absorbs the marker, but it works really well on plastics, glass, & most metals.

  • @deborahjiggens7199
    @deborahjiggens7199 Před 4 lety +4

    Makes sense... Because I always clean my eye glasses with vodka😊 Yep Alcohol !!!

  • @fludrbywest3886
    @fludrbywest3886 Před 5 lety +1

    Melissa ,hand sanitizer has a time and place , I love the Dr Bronners lavender spritz , but that’s when I’m out, I love the lavender sent . How do they get it smelling so good 🙃?
    Love to hear these little clean tips! Thank you kindly!!

  • @deborahjiggens7199
    @deborahjiggens7199 Před 4 lety

    Love you 😘 my take on hand sanitizer is just not excessive, we need protection from all the germs out there, but I just wash hands. But when I’m somewhere I can’t I use it sparingly