Hand sanitizers have been growing in popularity for years, with big brands such as Purell becoming household names. Some even come in kid-friendly packaging, colours and scents.

Hand sanitizers have come under scrutiny lately with more than 50 brands now recalled by Health Canada. But they're still safe and effective when made and used properly, Canadian experts say.

Leaving hand sanitizer in a vehicle on a sweltering day won’t cause it to explode, but the alcohol-based solutions can pose some dangers if not used properly, says a top London fire official ...