The Nature of Hypochlorous Acid
Hypochlorous acid is naturally produced by the white blood cells of all mammals, including humans. It plays an important role in our natural, innate immune system to kill invading pathogens to fight infections through an oxidation process at the cellular level.
Hypochlorous Acid in Action
When a wound breaks human skin, it creates a pathway for pathogens to invade our cells. Neutrophils is one type of white blood cell that travels to the site of the wound where the pathogens are invading. Its’ mission is to destroy the invading pathogen threatening the human cell before it can harm the body.
Killing Pathogens
The invading pathogens are engulfed by white blood cells through a process called phagocytosis. Once engulfed, the white blood cell produces hypochlorous acid to kill the pathogen within milliseconds of contact. This antimicrobial process is called the Oxidative Burst Pathway.
Let Your Skin Decide!
Safe + Effective = SkinSmart
We’re glad you asked!
What is SkinSmart made of?
The antimicrobial ingredient in SkinSmart is Hypochlorous Acid.
SkinSmart also contains ionized water and a bit of salt.
What is Hypochlorous Acid ?
Hypochlorous Acid, also known as HOCL, is a naturally-occurring antimicrobial agent. At SkinSmart, we replicate HOCL and bottle it for everyday use at home.
Why does it smell like "pool water"?
In its natural state, Hypochlorous smells a bit like a pool or spa. We don't add perfumes or dyes to mask the natural smell of Hypochlorous. The smell is faint and dissipates quickly. It is fume-free and does not linger on surfaces or in the air.
Who can use SkinSmart?
Everyone! SKinSmart is cleared for use on all ages, even infants 1 month and up! Great for sensitive skin, fragile & thinning skin, and allergy-prone skin.
How does it work?
SkinSmart targets problem bacteria, an often-overlooked complication in skin issues. Addressing a bacterial imbalance aids your skin’s natural healing process.
Is it Vegan?
Yes. SkinSmart is 100% vegan, hypoallergenic, fragrance-free, steroid-free, and alcohol-free. No toxins, allergens or parabens.
Can I spray it on my face?
Yes, SkinSmart is cleared for use on face, eyelids, scalp, lips and cheeks.
Try it as a morning and evening toner to purge toxins. Or, freshen skin on the go.
What about intimate skin?
Yes again! SkinSmart is pH-balanced, so won’t irritate perineal skin (protect against UTIs) nipples, post-partum skin, jock area, or skin folds related to obesity.
SkinSmart is FDA-cleared--So what?
Achieving full registration and clearance from the FDA requires years of testing, lab analysis, and biochemical validation. It’s also an expensive process, so lots of other HOCL brands skip it.
You can trust EVERY bottle of SkinSmart to deliver pristine, tested, and safe antimicrobial solution.
Where is SkinSmart Made?
SkinSmart is proudly formulated, manufactured and bottled in Edina, MN, USA!