FiftySix

Alternative hand cleaners that can get off something like sticky chain grease?

I've almost always had an abrasive based hand cleaner around. But dish washing liquid with a fingernail brush works pretty good when I don't have the other.

Speaking of cleaning while camping, I was taught long ago to use sand. Works good for scouring off cooked on food.

FiftySix

And having calloused and scarred hands was considered normal.

Andrew R Stewart 

When I was young and mindless I used creek bank soil/sand/dirt/water to wash my camp dishes. Now older as so much cooler I use Dr Bronners soap. Wasn't this thread about dirty hands and not dished though? (But I still like dirt to quiet brakes Andy

ChrisWagner

Shampoo

TimothyH

I'm not sure if you are aware of the dangers inherent in dihydrogen monoxide.

https://www.dhmo.org/

Please reconsider.


-Tim-

FiftySix

Breathing it can be quite fatal.

TimothyH

Interesting thread. Lets summarize.

The following are all efficacious cleaning agents...

• soil collected from outdoor
• cypress mulch or peat moss
• GOOP Hand Cleaner
• Mayo
• any skin lotion
• sun tan cream
• cooking oils
• solvents
• those bike cleaning washes
• Baby wipes
• laundry detergent
• whatever ordinary hand soap is near the sink
• Formula 409
• Phil Wood hand cleaner
• Fast Orange (the one without abrasives)
• leaf or grass
• Scotch Brite Delicate Care Scrub Sponge + dish soap/camp soap
• clean water
• Worx Hand Cleaner
• Spray N Wash
• Super Soap!
• dihydrogen monoxide and a hydrophilic surfactant
• Dr. Bronners Pepermint Castile Soap in liquid form, mix in some super fine sand
• gritty stuff in the orange squeeze bottle
• Tide laundry detergent
• WD 40 or any other clean light solvent
• a soapy washcloth
• Lava
• 1 gallon pump jug of Fast Orange
• sand
• creek bank soil/sand/dirt/water
• Shampoo

Personally, I hate mayo, but what do I know?


-Tim-

drlogik 

Wow, according to that web site it is indeed a very dangerous substance! We need to ban this substance everywhere! Why in the world are we still using it in pools when, according to that web site it is:
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• Often associated with killer cyclones in the U.S. Midwest and elsewhere, and in hurricanes including deadly storms in Florida, New Orleans and other areas of the southeastern U.S.

AnkleWork

Unfortunately, it already contaminates all lakes, rivers, and oceans in high concentrations.

At least it's listed by the Chemical Abstracts Service (CAS no. 7732-18-5) so there must be pending regulations against its use. Some chemical companies sell it as a "Molecular Biology Reagent" -- very scary!

Highlights from the Safety Data Sheet:
SECTION 4: First aid measures
4.1 Description of first aid measures
If inhaled
If breathed in, move person into fresh air. If not breathing, give artificial respiration.
In case of skin contact
Wash off with soap and plenty of water.
In case of eye contact
Flush eyes with water as a precaution.
If swallowed
Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Rinse mouth with water.
4.2 Most important symptoms and effects, both acute and delayed
The most important known symptoms and effects are described in the labelling (see section 2.2) and/or in section 11
4.3 Indication of any immediate medical attention and special treatment needed
No data available
SECTION 5: Firefighting measures
5.1 Extinguishing media
Suitable extinguishing media
Use water spray, alcohol-resistant foam, dry chemical or carbon dioxide.
5.2 Special hazards arising from the substance or mixture
No data available
5.3 Advice for firefighters
Wear self-contained breathing apparatus for firefighting if necessary.

7.2 Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities Keep container tightly closed in a dry and well-ventilated place.

8.2 Exposure controls
Appropriate engineering controls
General industrial hygiene practice.
Personal protective equipment
Eye/face protection
Use equipment for eye protection tested and approved under appropriate
government standards such as NIOSH (US) or EN 166(EU).
Skin protection
Handle with gloves. Gloves must be inspected prior to use. Use proper glove removal technique (without touching glove's outer surface) to avoid skin contact with this product. Dispose of contaminated gloves after use in accordance with applicable laws and good laboratory practices. Wash and dry hands.

11.1 Information on toxicological effects
Acute toxicity LD50 Oral - Rat - > 90,000 mg/kg [Yes, it is toxic.]

13.1 Waste treatment methods
Product
Offer surplus and non-recyclable solutions to a licensed disposal company.

Pennsylvania Right To Know Components
CAS-No. 7732-18-5

New Jersey Right To Know Components
CAS-No. 7732-18-5


Now you can sleep better knowing that bureaucrats are protecting you.

Deal4Fuji

That's a good combo for greasy hands, I wondered if anyone remembered Lava soap, the same principle as using dirt. Wal-Mart sells a WD-40 knock off called "Lubricant" for about half the price. Lava soap is still around, but harder to find.

TimothyH

Lava was a staple in my house growing up.

My father kept a bar in a dish next to the kitchen sink.