Yes, 70% alcohol wet wipes are effective against the coronavirus and other viruses and bacteria. The same as any other form of alcohol we use on our hands for daily antisepsis. However, the main difference between it and other products lies in the method of use.

To understand better: there are some uses of wet wipes that are not recommended. On the skin, they work very well – on surfaces, not so much.

In this text, we will talk a little more about 70% alcohol wet wipes: their effectiveness and where they should be applied. Shall we?

For hand antisepsis, the 70% alcohol wet wipe has proven effectiveness against the coronavirus.

70% alcohol is a powerful antiseptic, acting directly on the fatty layer that protects the genetic code from viruses and bacteria. Because it is 70%, the product does not evaporate very quickly and acts on our hands for longer, ensuring complete asepsis.

The principle of an alcohol wipe is the same as that of alcohol gel. It applies alcohol to your hands and disinfects them. That is precisely why it is just as effective. The difference, however, is in the cleaning of surfaces. We will talk more about this below.

You can, but it depends on the surface you want to clean. And that's where its effectiveness against coronavirus starts to decline.

But didn't we mention above that what matters is the alcohol? Well, yes. The problem is that the wet wipe comes soaked in 70% alcohol. And, along with it, some other products.

The Asseptgel wet wipe, for example, contains other chemical compounds that are not recommended for surface cleaning - propylene glycol is one such example. It is widely used as a moisturizer but leaves residues on porous materials like wood and streaks on glass.

The solution to remove these streaks is to wipe the surface with another cloth using water and neutral soap. However, adding another cloth to the cleaning process makes sterilization ineffective. That’s why using 70% alcohol wet wipes for cleaning surfaces that require antisepsis isn’t very practical - on their own, they don’t get the job done.

Surface cleaning products typically contain quaternary ammonium, a powerful antibacterial agent capable of eliminating nearly all microorganisms within 10 minutes of application, according to the Federal Pharmacy Council.

Quaternary ammonium is present in almost all multipurpose cleaners, including those from Azulim. It is the best option for home cleaning when there is no need for extremely strict antisepsis, like in clinics and hospitals. For these environments, the use of 70% alcohol with chlorhexidine is recommended.

For surface cleaning with 70% alcohol, the best approach is to use a clean, soft cloth and apply the alcohol gel to it, then wipe the surface. Alternatively, you can apply 70% alcohol directly to the surface and then wipe it with a clean cloth.

These surfaces can be both furniture and floors in the house. Just be cautious with porcelain tiles: 70% alcohol can damage the satin finish over time.