A Disinfectant That’s More Powerful Than Bleach—And Safe for Your Skin

Hypochlorous acid is a promising disinfectant that is difficult to
commercialize because it is not very shelf-stable. Senior features
editor Jen Schwartz takes us through what the science of this
nontoxic disinfectant is and explains why its popularity in the
beauty aisle is only the beginning.  Recommended
reading:  The Nontoxic Cleaner That Kills Germs Better Than
Bleach—And You Can Use It on Your Skin
https://www.scientificamerican.com/article/hypochlorous-acid-is-trending-in-skin-care-and-cleaning-but-does-it-work/ 
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