Can I spray Lysol in my shoes?

Spray the inside of your shoes with sanitizing spray such as Lysol, and allow at least 24 hours for the pair to completely dry out. For an extra sanitizing step, place your shoes in a plastic bag and put them in the freezer overnight.
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Is it safe to spray Lysol inside shoes?

Disinfectant Spray: Lysol Disinfectant Spray is great for killing the bacteria in your shoes. Spray the Lysol in your shoes and then spray a clean pair of socks and put them in your shoes. Let the socks sit in your shoes overnight; they will help the Lysol soak into your shoes and kill the bacteria.
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Can I spray disinfectant spray in my shoes?

Disinfectant Spray or Wipes

You can also use an antibacterial spray on the inside of your shoe, which will also help to prevent fungal growth. Or try a sanitizing mat with a disinfectant solution to clean the bottom of your shoes.
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How do you disinfect the inside of shoes?

Sanitize used shoes with rubbing alcohol

Simply wipe the inside, outside, and seams of the shoe with your cloth. It should dry very quickly. You can also just spray the insides of your used shoes with a spray disinfectant (which is different than a shoe deodorizer). Something like this would work well.
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Will Lysol spray kill fungus in shoes?

"You can take wadded up newspaper or paper towels and spray them down with Lysol and stuff them in the shoes and just leave them there overnight. That'll kill the fungus in there. It'll also kill other bacteria.
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Does Lysol kill shoe odor?

To get rid of odor-causing bacteria and fungus, spray the shoe's interior with disinfecting spray like Lysol. You can also sprinkle foot powder or baking powder inside for similar effects.
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Will Lysol kill athletes foot?

This product meets AOAC Germicidal Spray efficacy standards for hospital disinfects and/or is a broad-spectrum disinfectant. Kills Athlete's Foot Fungus in the bathroom.
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Can I use Lysol wipes to clean my shoes?

Lysol disinfecting wipes work really good to clean sneakers | Disinfecting wipes, Lysol disinfecting wipes, Cleaning hacks.
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How do you use Lysol disinfectant Spray?

Hold the can upright 6-8 inches from the surface and spray from 3-4 seconds until covered. Let surface remain wet for 3 minutes to disinfect. Apply to items that can bring germs into your home such as shoes, backpacks, coats and packages. Also use on soft surfaces such as couches, pillows and mattresses.
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How do you disinfect your feet?

Thoroughly cleaning your feet is more than rinsing them in a quick shower. Dr. Rowland recommends soaking your feet in a mixture of vinegar and water or Epsom salt and water. For a salt soak, dissolve half a cup of Epsom salt in a tub or large bowl of warm water and soak for about 10 to 20 minutes.
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Do I need to throw away my shoes if I have athlete's foot?

You do not have to throw away your shoes if you have athlete's foot unless they were worn without socks, have dirt in them, or you have another skin reaction to the material or color dyes.
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Can I use Clorox wipes on shoes?

Clorox disinfecting wipes did hardly anything for their pair of shoes, seeming to just push the germs around. Baby wipes did okay job. They got rid of some respiratory and some skin contaminants on their shoes, but did not do much for intestinal germs. A paper towel was not the best method, but better than nothing.
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How do I clean stinky shoes?

Mix ¼ cup of baking soda, ¼ cup of baking powder, and ½ cup of cornstarch. Put the mix in a pair of cotton socks or sprinkle the mixture in both shoes and leave overnight. For an extra scent booster, add a few drops of your favorite essential oil.
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What spray do bowling alleys use for shoes?

At the very least, a bowling alley should incorporate an antifungal spray or powder in-between use of their rented shoes. The best fungicidal, sanitizing deodorant spray for your shoes is Mycomist, which incorporates the active ingredients chlorophyll, formalin, and benzalkonium chloride.
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How do I disinfect my shoes from athlete's foot?

Clean and disinfect shoes after each wearing, if possible. Allow at least 24 hours between wearings to allow shoes to dry completely. Use hot water (140°F or 60°C) and your regular detergent for infected laundry. Lower temperatures will not kill the fungus and can transfer spores to other fabrics in the same load.
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Can I spray alcohol in my shoes?

Use a rubbing alcohol spray – spraying rubbing alcohol on your shoes absorbs the moisture allowing it to dry out the shoes. Use vinegar and water – mix equal parts of white vinegar and water and put it in a spray bottle. Spray it on the lining of the shoes and the soles.
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Can you use Lysol on rubber?

Harsh solvents can dissolve rubber flooring, so you shouldn't use them as a cleaning product. Avoid solvent or oil style cleaners such as Pine-Sol, Lysol, Murphy's Oil Soap, WD40, or paint thinner.
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What can you not use Lysol wipes on?

While most wipes are safe to use on hard, non-porous surfaces like laminate, sealed granite, vinyl, and fiberglass, they are not safe to use on unfinished wood or extremely worn surfaces. Always test in a small area to make sure there is no etching or discoloration.
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Can I put Lysol on my toenail fungus?

Internet holistic wellness columnist Walt Stoll, MD -- Ask Dr Stoll -- askwaltstollmd.com -- says anyone with toenail fungus might benefit from treating his shoes with Lysol. Clean the shoes thoroughly with a brush, vacuum them out and replace their inserts (if so equipped).
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Does Lysol spray kill toenail fungus?

Bleach isn't a good method for treating or preventing toenail fungus. Bleach can burn the skin and shouldn't be applied (even in highly diluted amounts) unless a doctor recommends it. Fungus infections often require oral medications or specialized laser treatments. Even then, the infection can come back.
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How do you kill toenail fungus in shoes?

Spray your shoes with an antibacterial spray, especially if you've worn them without socks, and wash all socks in hot water with bleach to kill any fungi.
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Are Lysol wipes bad for leather shoes?

Cleaning Leather

The alcohol in the wipes can make your leather lose its natural oils and become dry or brittle.
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Can you use Lysol wipes on leather?

We don't recommend cleaning your leather with any sanitizing wipes or sprays as that can damage your leathers finish. Soap and water is the best way to sanitize your hands, and it's perfectly safe and effective for leather seats, too!
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