Bacterial Threats to Skin Health—and How Nature Helps Fight Back
Our skin, the body’s largest organ, plays a vital role as a frontline defense system. Covering about 22 square feet in the average adult, it acts as a barrier between our internal organs and the external environment—shielding us from heat, light, injury, and especially infection.
The Skin’s Constant Battle with Bacteria
The skin is constantly exposed to a vast and invisible world of microorganisms. To grasp the scale of this battle, consider this: Earth hosts around 70 gigatons of microbial bacteria—over 1,100 times the total weight of all humans combined. These microbes are always seeking hosts that offer warmth, moisture, and nutrients. Human skin, rich in all three, makes an ideal target.
The Skin Microbiome: Good vs. Bad Bacteria
Fortunately, not all bacteria are harmful. The skin supports a thriving microbiome of beneficial bacteria and fungi that protect against pathogens. These "good" microbes produce molecules that prevent harmful invaders from colonizing or reduce their ability to cause disease. They also stimulate the immune system, triggering the production of proteins that help reduce inflammation.
When the balance is disturbed—due to environmental factors, hygiene products, or health conditions—harmful microbes can overwhelm the good ones. This imbalance can lead to common skin issues like acne, athlete’s foot, jock itch, rashes, and dry skin.
How the Body Naturally Heals from Within
To protect and restore skin health, the body deploys its immune system. White blood cells, specifically neutrophils, are the first responders to bacterial or viral intrusions. When they reach an infection site, they generate a powerful molecule known as hypochlorous acid (HOCl)—formed from salt and water.
Hypochlorous acid destroys harmful bacteria by breaking down their cell walls. It's the same molecule your body naturally produces to heal wounds, reduce inflammation, and support a balanced skin microbiome.
Hypochlorous Acid: Beyond Infection Control
HOCl isn’t just effective against infections. It has a broader role in managing inflammatory skin conditions like eczema, psoriasis, rosacea, and dermatoses. It also helps reduce itching, flaking, and redness—making it a versatile agent in skin care.
Supporting Nature with Safe, Topical HOCl
Hypochlorous acid is naturally safe and incredibly effective. The Hypochlorous Company has developed a proprietary electrochemical process to create the same HOCl molecule using only salt and water—mirroring the body’s natural response.
Our HC-Pure Skin Care Solution, USDA Certified Organic, allows you to apply this natural defense directly to your skin. It helps eliminate harmful microbes, calm inflammation, and restore balance to your skin’s ecosystem.
Restoring Healthy Skin pH
Healthy skin maintains a pH around 5.5—slightly acidic to deter harmful bacteria. However, soaps, aging, and environmental stress can disrupt this balance. Signs of a high (alkaline) pH include irritation, redness, acne, and dryness.
Our HC-Pure solution is carefully formulated with a pH between 4.5 and 5.5, helping restore your skin’s natural acidity, supporting both barrier function and microbiome health.
Speeding Up the Healing of Cuts and Wounds
HOCl also plays a critical role in healing wounds—whether they’re cuts, scrapes, abrasions, or surgical incisions. Topically applied, HOCl not only eliminates harmful bacteria but also breaks down biofilm, a dense bacterial layer that can hinder healing. It also promotes oxygenation of the wound site, speeding recovery and supporting tissue repair.
Trust in Nature—Don’t Fight It
Your skin already knows how to heal—it just needs the right support. The Hypochlorous Company’s HC-Pure solutions work with your body, not against it. Whether you're managing everyday skin irritation or supporting wound healing, this safe, natural remedy is a smart addition to your routine.
With hundreds of five-star reviews, our customers agree—but the best test is your own experience. Try the only USDA Organic-certified hypochlorous skin care product on the market today.
We also offer HC-Pure Skin Serum, featuring the same hypochlorous base with added natural European clay for enhanced results. We guarantee you’ll love how your skin feels.
