Since COVID-19, many of us have taken extra precautions to prevent the spread of germs, whether while traveling or in crowded spaces. As travel season begins, you may be looking for even more ways to stay vigilant. Many reviewers who claim to be frequent travelers credit their illness-free existence to Nozin Nasal Disinfectant, a compact tool that can be incorporated into your line of defense against bacteria.
Dr. Geoffrey Trenkle, board-certified otolaryngologist and founder of the Los Angeles Center for Ear, Nose, Throat and Allergy, explained how effective this product can really be…
“The nose serves as the primary entry point for respiratory bacteria and viruses,” he said. And although the mucus in the nasal cavity is designed to capture and filter particles, Trenkle said “it also provides a surface on which pathogens can attach, multiply and potentially spread to others via droplets or direct contact.”
Trenkle said that while this method can be effective against surface bacteria, many respiratory viruses replicate deeper in the nasal passages and upper respiratory tract, so the reach and impact of the disinfectant is naturally limited.
According to Trenkle, this nasal disinfectant and similar products rely on antiseptic agents – a 62% alcohol-based antiseptic in the case of the Nozin formula – to reduce the number of microbes in the front part of the nose.
Because the skin inside the nasal cavity is thin and potentially sensitive and alcohol is drying, the Nozin formula also contains moisturizers like jojoba, as well as vitamin E, which is a reliable ingredient for nourishing the skin and preventing moisture loss.
These single-use swabs come with a pre-loaded ampoule containing the alcohol-based solution which must be shaken and cracked before applying the saturated tip into both nostrils.
The brand recommends the nasal disinfectant for daily use or when traveling to places where the risk of contamination may be high. For many of Nozin’s critics, this means before traveling on planes, entering hospitals or crowded places.
“I just returned from a 12-day trip abroad. The trip included a riverboat cruise and several crowded bus tours. Lots of people around me were coughing and sneezing. I didn’t get sick at all,” said one Amazon shopper.
For the most effective ways to reduce respiratory infections, Trenkle recommends practicing good hand hygiene, staying away from others when experiencing symptoms, receiving appropriate vaccinations, and maintaining optimal mucosal health.
“Intranasal antiseptics (such as Nozin nasal disinfectant) could play a role in specific settings or for high-risk individuals, but are best viewed as complementary to primary prevention strategies,” he said.
Keep reading to see what other reviewers have to say about Nozin Nasal Sanitizer below, or grab a 10-pack before your next trip.
“It’s the best thing!” I discovered it during my operation. It was given to me before my operation. I use it when I travel and when I’m going to be around a lot of people. I don’t want Covid, flu or RSV. It comes in the form of a pad or bottle. It’s worth every penny. I only found it on Amazon. -Teri Bratt
“College professor here! I use these for my face-to-face classes when I’m in front of those mean students! I no longer get freaked out when they start coughing and sneezing in class! So far I haven’t gotten sick using these so they seem to be working for me!” Choose them if you’re around mean people who tend not to cover themselves when performing bodily functions. Lol, overall, these are a must-have! They are quite easy to use: remove the bottle, turn the bottle upside down, squeeze the bottle, insert it into your nose, rub!
They have a long shelf life, so you don’t need to use them all in one season! —Randman“Good citrus, smell, easy to use, simple instructions. Recommended by my doctor…use it before every flight I take, or if I have to be in a crowded place. Since using it, I haven’t had a cold or virus after a flight. Another layer of protection that is not a mask. —Daniel R. Walker
“Outstanding. I have just returned from a 12 day trip abroad. The trip included a riverboat cruise and several crowded bus tours. Many people around me were coughing and sneezing. I didn’t get sick at all. I will continue to keep it handy for future trips and crowded places. —Ella K.
“I use it every time I go to work. I I work in a hospital and I really feel this has helped me not get airborne illness. My old hospital, the entire labor and delivery department and the NICU used it before labor. I think it absolutely works. — Good deals
Experts consulted for this story do not necessarily endorse upcoming products unless otherwise noted.
If you’d like to learn more about doctor-recommended ways to stay healthy while traveling, take a look at some of the products below, previously reported by the HuffPost Buying team:
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Antibacterial Soap Sheets (17% off)
It may go without saying, but according to experts, washing your hands regularly is the most important thing you can do while traveling to avoid getting sick.
Dr. Sterling N. Ransone Jr., a full-time family physician in Deltaville, Va., said previously that he always travels with camping soap sheets, which he says are lightweight and very helpful. We found these portable soap sheets to be antibacterial and formulated with nourishing plant extracts. All you need is a little water to turn one of these leaves into a rich, foamy lather.
The price below is for three packs of 100 sheet soap, however smaller packs are available as well as different scents. Buy a pack at 17% off!
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A pack of 20 NIOSH certified N95 masks
Dr. Allison Edwards, a family physician with online telehealth platform Sesame, said N95-rated masks remain a good way to reduce the risk of catching a highly contagious respiratory illness like COVID-19.
These N95 respirator masks come in a pack of 20 and are manufactured by a Florida-based medical device company. They have also been tested and certified by the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health to filter at least 95% of airborne particles.
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30 travel sachets of immunity booster
Almost every doctor in a previous article mentioned traveling with vitamin supplements to boost their immune system. These individual powder packets of Emergen-C, recommended by a former doctor, contain 1,000 milligrams of vitamin C and are packed with antioxidants and electrolytes. This box contains 30 convenient travel-sized sachets in the brand’s classic orange flavor, although other flavors are available like raspberry and pink lemonade.
As with any supplement, always take with caution and consult your doctor before consuming.
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