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How to Make Rubbing Alcohol
by Allan Robinson
Rubbing alcohol can refer to a variety of alcohol-based solutions that are used mainly for topical application. Some countries legally define it as a particular formula and medical organizations may also provide a specific preparation for rubbing alcohol. In addition, many different products labeled as "rubbing alcohol" are sold commercially. The primary intent of making rubbing alcohol is to have an undrinkable substance that retains many of the properties of alcohol.
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How to Clean With Rubbing Alcohol
by Jason Candanedo
Rubbing alcohol is an all-purpose cleaner. Used primarily in a medical setting and for medical purposes, rubbing alcohol can be used to sterilize all types of household items. Rubbing alcohol disinfects thoroughly by killing germs and bacteria. Rubbing alcohol is found in the cabinets and closets of many households, but it is largely ignored as an effective household cleaner.
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How to Use Rubbing Alcohol Around the House
by a eHow Personal Finance Editor
Rubbing alcohol is 70 percent isopropyl alcohol and 30 percent water, and is safe for contact with the skin. It has a number of general medicinal and household uses. This list of ideas makes having a bottle of rubbing alcohol in the house a good idea.
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How to remove stubborn stains with rubbing alcohol
by Carol S
Rubbing alcohol is great for cleaning and disinfecting, but it is also great for many other uses around the house. here's some more suggestions for using rubbing alcohol around the house.
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How to Save Money With Rubbing Alcohol
by ladyofthelake
Rubbing Alcohol is a great cleaner for your home . You can use it just about every where to clean and disinfect most surfaces. Rubbing alcohol is so cheap and can replace some of your more expensive cleaners that you buy every week.
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Rubbing Alcohol for the Treatment of Burns
by Krista Sheehan
You easily can treat a minor burn, on a small area of your body, at home. Although there are a variety of ways to treat burns, rubbing alcohol is a quick and easy solution.
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Uses for Rubbing Alcohol
by Jade B.
Not to be confused with ethyl (drinking) alcohol, rubbing alcohol (isopropyl) is a household product that has many uses. It is an inexpensive solution to some of life's common problems.
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How to Use Rubbing Alcohol
by Jae Ireland
Rubbing alcohol is a versatile item to have in your first aid kit. Not only does it have health applications in medicine, but can also be used in various ways around the house. Inexpensive and easy to obtain, every family should have a bottle of rubbing alcohol in their medicine cabinet. Here are some great, everyday ways to use rubbing alcohol.
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The Difference Between Denatured & Rubbing Alcohol
by Jennie Fancher
Denatured alcohol and rubbing alcohol are similar yet different alcohols which are poisonous if consumed. These alcohols have had substances added to them to make them undrinkable, changing the tax status and making them both affordable and usable for many commercial purposes.
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Side Effects From the Abuse of Isopropyl Rubbing Alcohol
by Rachel Conoley
Rubbing alcohol, or isopropyl alcohol, is not intended for consumption and can be very dangerous to drink. It is slightly more potent than ethanol, and although it does not carry the same risks of renal failure, it can still be deadly to ingest.
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