Absorbs quickly and will form a barrier on the skin. Effective against Coronavirus, E Coli, MRSA, NDM1 etc. Eliminate 99.99% viruses, funguses, bacterial, germs. Non-Allergic, 100% Handskin-friendly. Alcohol & Chlorine Free, 100% Biodegradable. It will be effective within 30 seconds after the appication and up to 6 hours.