What Is Hypochlorous Acid (HOCl) Spray and How Do You Use It?
If you've noticed hypochlorous acid (HOCl) sprays popping up everywhere, you're not imagining it. This simple mist has become a favourite in skincare routines. Here's what it is and how to use it.
What is hypochlorous acid?
Hypochlorous acid is a mild compound made from just water and salt (sodium chloride) through a process called electrolysis. Interestingly, the human body also produces hypochlorous acid naturally, as part of the work white blood cells do.
Despite the word "acid" in its name, the HOCl used in skincare is very gentle. It isn't an exfoliating acid like glycolic or salicylic acid.
What's in KC Cloths HOCl Spray?
Our Hypochlorous Acid (HOCl) Spray keeps it simple: purified water, sodium chloride and hypochlorous acid. It comes in 100 ml and 200 ml amber glass spray bottles.
How to use HOCl spray
- Start with clean skin. Cleanse with Janie Face Cleansing Oil and a damp KC Cloth.
- Mist. Hold the bottle about 20 cm from your face and spray onto clean, intact skin.
- Let it dry. Allow the mist to dry naturally. There's no need to rinse.
- Follow with moisture. Finish with a face oil such as Leands ADVANCED 2.0 or a moisturiser like our Moisturizing Face Cream.
When to reach for it
- After a workout or a hot day when you've been sweating
- After shaving, for a light, refreshing feel
- As part of your morning or evening routine, between cleansing and moisturising
HOCl vs other face mists
We offer a few different mists for the skin prep step:
- Rose Water: a floral hydrosol with a natural rose scent
- Witch Hazel: a botanical toner that leaves skin feeling fresh and balanced
- Frankincense Hydrosol: a calming, aromatic water-based mist
- HOCl: just three simple ingredients, refreshing after everyday activities
Explore them all in our Skin Prep collection.
Good to know
- Use it on intact skin and keep it away from your eyes.
- Store it away from direct sunlight, which is one reason we use amber glass.
- If you have a skin condition or an open wound, speak to a healthcare professional rather than relying on a cosmetic mist.
