The suggested length of time for leaving alcohol wipes on the skin for effective disinfection can vary, but usually the following principles are adhered to: Normal Skin Disinfection: For ordinary disinfection of the skin prior to injections, IV insertions, or other minor medical procedures, the alcohol wipe should remain on the skin for between 30 seconds and 1 minute.This length … Continue reading How long should alcohol wipes be left on the skin to effectively disinfect?