Bacteria
99.9% reduction against S. aureus, MRSA, S. epidermidis, Enterococcus, E. coli, K. pneumoniae, and P. aeruginosa within two minutes of standard scrubbing.
— 01 · Scientific Introduction
Efficacy does not have to
feel clinical.
Behavioral health research from the WHO Hand Hygiene Improvement Strategy reveals one truth that is often overlooked: compliance beats efficacy on paper. An antiseptic soap with 99.99% efficacy that is uncomfortable to use and abandoned by staff after a week will lose to a soap with 99.9% efficacy that is used consistently every time. EMGUARD® Hand Scrub Floral takes the scientific basis of a surgical scrub — Chlorhexidine Gluconate 4% — and pairs it with a floral fragrance designed to improve staff compliance in clinics, dental, wellness, and daily-care institutions.
— 02 · Mechanism of Action
The mechanism of CHG 4%,
an everyday experience.
The biochemical efficacy is identical to Hand Scrub Plain — the difference lies solely in the sensory profile. Every CHG molecule works the same way, whether or not a fragrance is present.
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Cationic attachment to the cell wall
Positively charged CHG interacts with the negatively charged phospholipids on the microbial cell surface. Attachment is instant the moment contact occurs — the fragrance does not interfere with this electrostatic interaction.
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Membrane disruption & cytoplasm precipitation
At 4%, CHG achieves a rapid bactericidal kill — a 99.9% reduction of bacterial flora within two minutes of standard scrubbing. The cell membrane is damaged, and the cytoplasmic contents coagulate.
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03
6-hour substantivity on the skin
CHG binds to the keratin proteins of the stratum corneum, providing hours of residual protection. Clinical staff who wash their hands after every procedure gain an antimicrobial barrier that stays active throughout the shift.
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Floral fragrance for compliance
The fragrance is chosen with a low-allergen composition that passes sensory panel testing. Its purpose is singular: to turn the hand-washing ritual from an obligation into an experience to look forward to — so that usage frequency increases organically.
— 03 · Efficacy Spectrum
Efficacy identical
to the Plain version.
The fragrance is added after the active formulation has been validated — it does not disrupt the antimicrobial spectrum. In-vitro time-kill assay testing yields a profile identical to Hand Scrub Plain against Gram-positive, Gram-negative, enveloped viruses, and pathogenic yeasts.
Enveloped viruses
Effective against SARS-CoV-2, Influenza A & B, Herpes Simplex, RSV, HIV, Hepatitis B & C — important for dental clinics and healthcare workers with potential blood exposure.
Yeasts & fungi
Active against Candida spp. and dermatophytes. Suitable for healthcare workers who frequently deal with immunocompromised patients or infectious skin lesions.
— 04 · Visual Guide
One sheet,
the entire product profile.
A technical summary ready to share with the procurement committee, clinic manager, or institutional wellness supervisor.
Choosing between Plain and Floral is not about efficacy — both are the same CHG 4%. It is about the operational context and the sensory expectations of the area of use.
Plain is designed for OK, ICU, and areas where a fragrance is not desired (anesthesiologists who rely on their sense of smell, perfume-hypersensitive patients, clean room areas). Floral is designed for general clinics, dental, beauty clinics, wellness, and consultation rooms — where the sensory experience supports the compliance of staff who perform hand hygiene dozens of times per shift.
- Plain — Operating Room & ICU
- Pre-operative, sterile areas, perfume-hypersensitive patients.
- Floral — Clinic & Wellness (EMGUARD)
- Daily compliance · positive experience · consultation rooms.
- Skin-sensitivity considerations
- Consult the IPC team if there is a history of contact dermatitis to fragrances.
— 06 · Use Applications
Daily use
in non-OK institutions.
Designed for work areas that demand high efficacy together with a comfortable sensory experience for staff and clients.
Dental Clinics
Between patients · sterilization areas
Beauty Clinics
Aesthetic · skin treatment · injectable
Spa & Wellness
Therapists · treatment areas
General Clinics
Consultation · vaccination · polyclinic
Premium Hospitality
Starred hotels · staff changing rooms
Childcare Centers
Daycare staff · before-after child handling
— 07 · Directions for Use
Forty seconds —
the WHO Hand Hygiene standard.
For non-surgical (routine) use, the protocol follows the WHO Hand Hygiene Technique of 40–60 seconds. For invasive pre-procedure scenarios, follow the 2-minute surgical scrub SOP as with Hand Scrub Plain.
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Step 01
Wet hands with running water
Use warm water. Make sure the water runs clean — not standing water in the sink.
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Step 02
Apply 3–5 ml of soap
A single pump press delivers the effective dose. The rich lather it produces is an indicator of even distribution.
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Step 03
Scrub for 20–30 seconds following the Six Steps
Palm to palm, backs of hands, between fingers, fingertips, thumbs, and wrists. Make sure no area is missed.
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Step 04
Rinse and dry
Rinse under running water until all soap residue is gone. Dry with a paper towel or an automatic hand dryer. Avoid shared cloth towels, which can become a source of recontamination.
— 08 · Technical Specification
Composition & technical data.
Details ready to attach to procurement documents or a facility formulary.
- Product Name
- EMGUARD® Hand Scrub Floral
- Product Code
- EMG-SCRUB · CHG 4% · FLORAL
- Category
- Surgical-Grade Hand Antiseptic · Daily Institutional
- Active Ingredient
- Chlorhexidine Gluconate (CHG) — 4% w/v
- Fragrance
- Floral fragrance · low-allergen profile
- Surfactant
- Mild non-ionic blend, compatible with CHG
- Emollient
- Glycerin, panthenol for skin barrier recovery
- Dosage Form
- Thick liquid soap, rich lather, pH 5.5–6.5
- Packaging
- 500 ml · 1 L bottles · 5 L jerry can
- Efficacy Spectrum
- G+/G− bacteria, enveloped viruses, pathogenic yeasts
- Substantivity
- Up to 6 hours of residual activity (identical to Plain)
- Area of Use
- Clinics, dental, beauty, wellness, premium hospitality
- Manufacturer
- PT. Emguard Pilihan Pertama · Tangerang, Indonesia
— 09 · Safety & Warnings
A safe profile,
with a fragrance note.
The safety warnings are identical to Hand Scrub Plain, with one addition related to the fragrance.
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Not the first choice for OK
For a pre-operative surgical scrub, use Hand Scrub Plain. The fragrance can interfere with the detection of anesthetic gases and is not desired in the sterile OK environment.
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Check for a history of fragrance allergy
Although the fragrance is designed to be low-allergen, individuals with a history of contact dermatitis to perfume should use the Plain version. Always perform a patch test on first institutional use.
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Avoid contact with the eyes, middle ear, and meninges
CHG is not indicated for the middle ear (risk of ototoxicity) or for direct application to the meninges. Use care when applying to the face.
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Do not mix with anionic soaps or iodine
Cationic CHG loses its activity when mixed with conventional anionic soaps. Rinse off any other soap residue before application.
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For external use on intact skin only
Must not be swallowed. Keep out of the reach of children without supervision. Consult a medical professional if an unusual reaction occurs.
- Temperature: Store at room temperature (15–30°C). Avoid freezing or excessive heat, which can affect viscosity and fragrance stability.
- Light: Avoid direct sunlight exposure — UV exposure can degrade the fragrance components faster than the active ingredient.
- Packaging: Close tightly after use. Avoid repeated refilling of an open bottle — risk of contamination.
- Dispenser system: Clean the dispenser every 6 months to prevent biofilm and preserve the fragrance profile.
- Stock rotation: Use the first-in, first-out principle according to the production date on the label.
Compliance is the result of experience, not instruction. We formulated Hand Scrub Floral because a positive experience every time you wash your hands is a quiet investment that pays back in the form of lower infection numbers, one month later.
— Technical questions?
Talk to the formulation team.
Our technical team is ready to discuss dispenser system recommendations for your premium clinic, Plain + Floral bundling packages for multi-area facilities, and supporting efficacy certifications.