Surgical Spirit is sometimes called Rubbing Alcohol and in the UK is a mixture of Methyl Alcohol and Ethyl Alcohol. It contains additives to make it bitter and undrinkable. In its natural state it is a transparent liquid although it may be deliberately coloured to act as a warning and to guard against misuse. Some common uses of Surgical Spirit are:- As a popular home remedy for sterilising and hardening the skin, especially on the feet of hill walkers and runners in order to help prevent blisters To 'toughen up' soft skin on the fingertips when learning to play stringed instruments such as guitar or cello For the treatment and prevention of bed sores in patients who are bed-ridden. Surgical Spirit works by tightening, hardening and disinfecting the outer layer of skin For the treatment of minor cuts and abrasions where it acts as a disinfectant leaving the skin bacteria-free To clean hard surfaces in clinical environments such as hospitals and clinics To disinfect equipment in clinical environments such as hospitals and clinics To clean and disinfect skin prior to surgery To clean and disinfect skin before giving injections The addition of a little Surgical Spirit in a bed-bath acts as a mild and cooling astringent for the skin To control germs and bacteria around the home
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