The Importance of Hand Soap in Every Workplace (And What to Use)

Hand soap is the simplest—and most powerful—tool for reducing germs and improving hygiene in your business. Whether you're managing a busy commercial kitchen, public washroom, aged care facility or corporate office, providing the right hand soap sends a clear message: you care about health, safety, and professionalism.

At Matthews Cleaning Company, we supply a trusted range of commercial-grade hand soaps that keep hands clean, moisturised, and free from cross-contamination risks.

Why Hand Soap Matters More Than You Think

Washing hands with soap and water is one of the most effective ways to prevent the spread of bacteria, viruses, and food-borne illnesses. In fact, the World Health Organisation recommends hand washing before and after nearly every contact point in healthcare and food-service industries.

Using quality hand soap reduces:

• Employee sick days and absenteeism
• Cross-contamination in shared workspaces
• Customer complaints about hygiene standards
• Risk of failing health & safety inspections

Types of Commercial Hand Soap: Which One Is Right?

• Foam Hand Soap: Lightweight, cost-effective, and great for high-traffic washrooms. Puregiene Luxury Foam Soap delivers up to 2,500 uses per cartridge and is gentle on skin.
• Liquid Hand Soap: Better for greasy or industrial grime. Choose liquid soaps in kitchens or workshops where deeper cleaning is required.
• Antibacterial Soap: Offers extra protection in clinical or healthcare settings. Often used in schools, gyms and nursing homes where infection risk is higher.

Benefits of Using Refillable Soap Dispensers

Using bulk soap dispensers isn’t just eco-friendly—it’s also more cost-efficient. Our 1 L refillable foam soap pods reduce plastic waste by up to 80% compared to traditional pump bottles.

Dispenser benefits include:

• Controlled dose = lower soap usage
• Wall-mounted units save counter space
• Closed cartridge systems reduce tampering and contamination

Gentle on Skin, Tough on Germs

At Matthews Cleaning Company, we only stock soap that’s dermatologically tested, pH-balanced and paraben-free. Many of our top-selling formulas include skin conditioners like aloe vera and vitamin E, ideal for high-frequency use in public spaces or sensitive environments.

Try Puregiene’s Luxury Foam Soap—a top pick for offices, schools and hospitality venues looking to combine premium feel with cost control.

How to Encourage Better Hand Washing in Your Business

• Position dispensers near sinks and entrances with clear signage
• Keep dispensers refilled—empty ones discourage compliance
• Use touch-free models in healthcare or high-traffic venues
• Pair hand soap with hand sanitiser at exits or shared desks

Where to Use Commercial Hand Soap

Wondering where your facility should be using hand soap?

• Washrooms (all industries)
• Commercial kitchens & food service areas
• Reception desks, meeting rooms, and break areas
• Healthcare rooms, GP clinics, aged care bathrooms
• Gyms, salons, childcare centres

Buy Commercial Hand Soap Online

From bulk foam soap refills to stylish touch-free dispensers, Matthews Cleaning Company supplies everything you need to create a clean, hygienic hand-washing experience.

Explore our full hand soap range now or chat with our team for a tailored hygiene setup for your business.

Clean hands make a better first impression—equip your business with hand soap solutions that work as hard as your team does.