Dettol

Dettol products are formulated to protect against bacteria, viruses and everyday germs, offering hospital-grade hygiene for homes, workplaces and personal care routines. As one of the most recognised hygiene brands worldwide, Dettol provides disinfectants, sprays, wipes, soaps and cleaning liquids designed to support safe and effective surface and skin hygiene. Explore the full Dettol range designed to keep your environment clean and your family protected.

What Is Dettol?

Dettol is a long-established hygiene brand specialising in antiseptic and disinfectant products trusted for over 80 years. Its formulations are developed to reduce the transmission of germs on skin and surfaces. As part of a complete hygiene routine, Dettol products complement other essential categories such as Antiseptics, Handwash and Household Cleaning.

Benefits and Features of the Dettol Range

Proven germ protection: Many Dettol products offer up to 99.9% germ-kill effectiveness, ideal for daily home hygiene.
Versatile applications: Available for skin cleansing, wound care, laundry disinfection and hard-surface cleaning.
Trusted antiseptic agents: The classic Dettol liquid contains chloroxylenol, widely used for wound cleansing and infection prevention.
Dermatologically tested formulations: Handwashes, soaps and wipes are designed for repeated daily use without harshness.
Suitable for families and high-use environments: Effective in schools, offices, gyms and households needing enhanced hygiene.

Why Hygiene Experts Recommend Dettol

Dettol is widely referenced in healthcare environments due to its reliability in breaking the chain of infection. Its antiseptic formulations support wound cleaning and everyday first-aid, aligning closely with products found in First Aid and Plasters categories. Surface cleaners and sprays are frequently recommended to maintain hygienic environments, especially for families with young children or individuals with lowered immunity.

How to Use Dettol Products Effectively

For wound care, dilute antiseptic liquids as directed and apply with clean cotton or gauze.
For hand hygiene, use Dettol soaps or handwash for at least 20 seconds before rinsing.
For household cleaning, apply Dettol surface sprays or wipes to high-touch areas such as door handles, taps and non-porous surfaces.
For laundry disinfection, add Dettol laundry cleanser to your wash to reduce bacteria on fabrics.
Always follow label instructions to ensure safe usage and optimal germ protection.

Different Types of Dettol Products Available

Antiseptic liquid: Multi-purpose disinfectant for skin, surfaces and wound cleansing.
Surface disinfectant sprays: Hard-surface cleaning for kitchens, bathrooms and high-traffic areas.
Multipurpose wipes: Quick cleaning solution for on-the-go hygiene.
Handwashes and soaps: Everyday germ protection for hands and personal hygiene.
Laundry disinfectant: Designed to eliminate bacteria even at low wash temperatures.

Popular Dettol Products

Dettol Antiseptic Disinfectant Liquid
Dettol Multi-Surface Spray
Dettol Cleansing Antibacterial Wipes
Dettol Moisture Handwash
Dettol Laundry Cleanser

Expert Insight & Unique Information

Public-health experts continue to emphasise the importance of consistent hygiene routines, especially in homes with children, pets or vulnerable individuals. Dettol’s formulations remain widely used due to reliability and ease of application. Many healthcare environments prefer chloroxylenol-based antiseptics because of their gentle yet effective antimicrobial profile. Handwashes and soaps within the range are also benchmarked for skin compatibility in high-frequency washing environments.

The continued relevance of Dettol is closely linked to hygiene habits formed during major public-health events, where disinfectants and wipes became essential for surface safety. Today, Dettol’s diverse range supports everyday hygiene maintenance, from cleaning surfaces to improved hand protection.

How Welzo Selects the Dettol Range

Welzo curates Dettol products based on proven antimicrobial effectiveness, suitability for family environments and clinical relevance in antiseptic care. The range aligns with our hygiene-focused categories including Antiseptics, Household Cleaning and PPE to ensure comprehensive coverage of both personal and household hygiene needs.

Dettol FAQs

Is Dettol safe to use directly on skin?

Only specific Dettol formulations, such as diluted antiseptic liquid or Dettol soaps/handwash, are suitable for skin. Surface cleaners should never be applied to the skin.

Can Dettol be used on minor cuts or grazes?

Yes—diluted Dettol antiseptic liquid can be used to cleanse minor wounds before applying dressings or products from the Plasters range.

Does Dettol kill viruses as well as bacteria?

Many Dettol disinfectant sprays, wipes and liquids are formulated to kill both bacteria and selected viruses, helping reduce spread in shared environments.

Is Dettol handwash suitable for sensitive skin?

Dettol produces moisture-rich and sensitive-skin variants that are dermatologically tested for frequent use.

Can Dettol be used for baby items?

Surface cleaners and wipes may be used on hard surfaces in baby areas, but products must be rinsed where required. Avoid using disinfectants directly on baby skin.

Can I use Dettol in laundry?

Yes—products like Dettol laundry cleanser are formulated to eliminate bacteria at low temperatures, supporting hygiene across towels, bedding and clothing.