A Clean Alternative to Steroids and Alcohol in Skincare
Why Hypochlorous Acid Is Redefining Recovery for Sensitive and Irritated Skin
When your skin flares up — whether from a bite, a blemish, or a rash — the usual response is to reach for what is familiar. Steroid creams. Benzoyl peroxide. Alcohol wipes. Ammonia based bug bite remedies.
These formulas work quickly but often come with a cost. Redness returns. Dryness deepens. The sting lingers. And sensitive skin is left more reactive than before.
There is a different path. One that works in harmony with your body’s own defenses.
This is the promise of hypochlorous acid — a naturally occurring molecule your immune system creates to fight bacteria, calm inflammation, and begin repair. Now available in topical form, it offers powerful results without discomfort or compromise.
Traditional Treatments and Why They Fall Short
Steroid Creams
Used to reduce swelling and itching, steroid creams often provide fast relief. But with continued use, they may thin the skin, weaken its barrier, and increase long term sensitivity.
Benzoyl Peroxide
A common treatment for acne, it kills bacteria effectively but can cause peeling, dryness, and rebound irritation — especially for those with reactive skin.
Alcohol Based Antiseptics
Alcohol may disinfect, but it also strips natural oils and disrupts the skin barrier. This can lead to stinging, flaking, and longer healing time.
Ammonia Based Bite Remedies
Designed to reduce itch, these formulas work on contact but often come with an unpleasant smell and a sharp sting — particularly on broken or sensitive skin.
Why Hypochlorous Acid (HOCl) Offers a Smarter Solution
Hypochlorous acid addresses inflammation and infection at the source, without triggering new sensitivity.
- Supports your skin’s healing process
- Calms redness and swelling
- Neutralizes bacteria without drying
- Does not sting or irritate damaged areas
- Safe for all ages and skin types
- Recognized by the body as natural and non threatening
This makes HOCl ideal for anyone who deals with:
- Sensitive or allergy prone skin
- Eczema, rosacea, or post procedure irritation
- Bug bites, breakouts, or flare ups
- Children’s skin or reactive areas that cannot tolerate harsher treatments
Why We Use Hypochlorous Acid (HOCl) in a Gel Format
Our Element No 17 Recovery Gel delivers hypochlorous acid in a clear, alcohol free gel that stays in place and works where skin needs it most. Unlike mists or liquids that run or evaporate, the gel creates a cooling layer of comfort that allows for deeper contact and longer lasting results.
Use it to calm:
- Bug bites and stings
- Breakouts and inflamed blemishes
- Post sun sensitivity
- Shaving or waxing irritation
- Scrapes, minor burns, or flare ups
The formula is clean and minimal — no steroids, no alcohol, no fragrance, no unnecessary additives. Just skin safe ingredients that restore and protect.
Ingredient Checklist: How to Read Your Labels with Confidence
Understanding your product’s ingredient list helps you choose skincare that aligns with your needs — especially if your skin is sensitive or easily inflamed. Here is what to look for:
- Simple, short ingredient lists
- Functional ingredients that serve a clear purpose
- No added fragrance, essential oils, or drying alcohols
- No harsh preservatives or chemical irritants
- Formulas that are microbiome friendly and pH balanced
- Clear naming of actives like hypochlorous acid or electrolyzed water
The Element No 17 Recovery Gel contains only what your skin actually needs:
- Electrolyzed Water
- Sodium Chloride
- Hypochlorous Acid
No fillers. No fragrance. No sting.
A Smarter Way to Soothe and Restore
You do not need to choose between fast relief and gentle care.
You do not have to trade one skin problem for another.
And you do not have to reach for harsh chemicals just to feel better.
With hypochlorous acid, you get science that respects your skin.
A formula that calms without side effects.
And a product that works beautifully with the biology you were born with.
This is skin recovery made simple, safe, and effective.
This is your new way to heal.
