For those working different tasks that involve grease, adhesives or tar, hand cleaners are essential. It’s not easy to remove these substances so we have done research and based on their performance during different tests, we have ranked best hand cleaners on the market.
1. Zep TKO Hand Cleaner
This hand cleaner has a heavy duty formula that removes grease and grime but it’s also rich in Lanolin which provides moisture and soothing.
- Performance
When tested on tire and tar, it proved to be great and it also removed the grime. - Texture
Its gritty texture helped when cutting through tougher substances without scratching the surface.
Recommendation
This hand cleaner stands at the top of the list because it’s great in removing heavy – duty messes and manage heavier textures while soothing the hands.
2. Permatex Fast Orange Xtreme hand cleaner
Permatex’s hand cleaners are always a popular choice, and they act quickly to power out the harshest soils without leaving that greasy feel on the hands. This Permatex hand cleaner also has odor eliminating technology that neutralizes the smell of gasoline, oil and other odors.
- Performance
Permatex did a good job in removing tar and handling tire adhesive, without being harsh on the skin due to its restoration skin conditioners. - Texture
Textured similarly to Zep TKO, it’s not abrasive even though it’s gritty.
Recommendation
This hand cleaner is great in removing stubborn textures while keeping the hands gentle.
3. Gojo Natural Orange Pumice Industrial Hand Cleaner
The pumice scrubbing particles in this hand cleaner do a good job in removing a broad range of industrial soils, dirt, and grease. This cleaner is effective on dirt, oil and grease and it has orange – citrus scent.
- Performance
It cut through grime quickly removing significant amount of mess. - Texture
It’s harsher on the hands due to its grittier texture.
Recommendation
This hand cleaner is great for removing harsh mess, grime and dirt though it may not be gentle on hands as the previous two.
4. DL Permatex hand cleaner
For those who are looking for a good removal of stains and grease without asking to keep the skin moisturized, this is a pick for you.
- Performance
Though it may be too much due to a strong smell, it’s still one of the best in cleaning tire adhesive and roofing tar. - Texture
Compared to the other Permatex, it’s not gentle on the hands leaving a chemical feel after using it.
Recommendation
If you are looking for a hand cleaner that can give you great cleaning power, no matter its chemical feel, this would make a good choice.
5. Zolex Cherry Pumice Hand Scrub
Coming in the form of paste, this hand scrub is a natural hand cleaner, degreaser and deodorizer. This Zolex is a purely non solvent, non-toxic, no harsh chemicals cleaner that leaves no residue.
- Performance
While its performance was consistent, it was still not as good as the others. - Texture
Since it uses walnut husks, along with pleasent smell, it’s not too abrasive on the hands.
Recommendation
The best smelling hand cleaner on the list, Zolex Cherry is a good investment, especially for people who want to keep the moisture of their hands.
Force 5 and Full Bore hand cleaners have not made the top of the list but have proven to be honorable mentions in cleaning adhesive and tar while remaining budget – friendly.
Conclusion
Zep Tko has finished at the top of the list giving best performance while keeping the hands gentle, and close contenders are Permatex Xtreme and Gojo. If you are looking for shear cleaning power, DL Permatex is your pick while Zolex gives solid performance and has the best scent.