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== Easiest Disinfectant: Sterile Saline Solution (0.9% NaCl) ==

=== Why It’s Good: ===

* Cleans debris and bacteria from wounds
* Non-irritating and safe for skin and eyes
* Can be used even on '''sensitive wounds or burns'''

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=== How to Make It at Home: ===
'''Ingredients:'''

* 1 liter of clean (preferably boiled or distilled) water
* 9 grams of table salt (about 1.5 teaspoons, non-iodized)

'''Steps:'''

# '''Boil the water''' for 10–15 minutes to sterilize it.
# Let it cool slightly but remain warm.
# '''Dissolve the salt''' completely in the water.
# '''Store in a clean, covered container''' (preferably sterilized).
# Use within '''24 hours''' if not stored sterilely.  If stored in a sterilized, sealed container: up to '''2–3 days''' in the fridge.

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== Important Notes: ==

* Saline solution is for '''rinsing''' and '''cleaning''', not a full antiseptic.