If you’re comparing Vashe Wound Solution to a hypochlorous acid spray made for skincare, the simplest answer is: Vashe is primarily positioned for wound/clinical cleansing, while skincare HOCl sprays are optimized for frequent, daily use on intact facial and body skin. Both can be “hypochlorous acid,” but the intended use, labeling, and how people use them day-to-day are often different.
What Vashe is designed to do
Vashe Wound Therapy Solution is cleared/marketed for cleansing, irrigating, moistening, and debriding acute and chronic dermal lesions (e.g., pressure ulcers, diabetic ulcers, post-surgical wounds).
Many listings describe a simple formula (water + sodium chloride + hypochlorous acid), commonly around 0.033% HOCl, and it’s discussed as using HOCl as a preservative in the solution.
Real-world takeaway: Vashe is often used like a wound cleanser/irrigant—soaks, rinses, packing, and similar protocols are common in clinical wound care guidance.
What skincare hypochlorous acid sprays are designed to do
A skincare-first hypochlorous acid spray is typically built for intact skin needs: calming visible redness, supporting a comfortable skin feel, and fitting into routines that might include cleansing, actives, makeup, sunscreen, shaving, masks, and sweat.
In dermatology literature, HOCl’s on-skin performance depends heavily on pH and formulation stability—which matters more when you’re spraying daily and expecting consistent results.
And from a skin-barrier standpoint, mildly acidic pH supports the “acid mantle,” which helps the skin function as a barrier.
Where Honeydew Labs fits (skincare-first, not “hospital-first”)
1) Third-party recognition for sensitive skin
The National Eczema Association Seal of Acceptance™ is specifically tied to sensitive/eczema-prone suitability standards (including ingredient restrictions and review criteria).
2) Professionally formulated for daily skin use
Here’s the practical difference in positioning: Honeydew Labs is formulated as a skin routine product, with:
- pH-balanced at ~5.5 (aligned with barrier-friendly acidity)
- 200 ppm (0.02%) HOCl as a daily-use, skin-first concentration
- A professionally stabilized formula aimed at longer shelf life and more consistent potency (because HOCl can be formulation-sensitive over time)
3) Quality + manufacturing controls (the “credibility layer”)
For shoppers deciding between options, labels like “FDA-registered facility” and “third-party lab tested” don’t automatically mean “better,” but they can signal repeatable manufacturing controls—which matters when your goal is consistent performance bottle to bottle. (It’s the difference between “works on day 1” and “works the same on day 90.”)
So… which should you choose?
Choose Vashe if you want:
- A product explicitly positioned for wound cleansing/irrigation and clinical-style wound protocols
Choose a skincare hypochlorous acid spray (like Honeydew Labs) if you want:
- A daily facial/body hypochlorous acid spray experience
- Barrier-friendly pH targeting, routine compatibility, and gentle repeat use
- Extra reassurance via sensitive-skin third-party recognition
FAQ
Is Vashe “stronger” than skincare HOCl sprays?
Not necessarily in a way that predicts “better.” Vashe is commonly listed around 0.033% HOCl, while many skincare options sit lower (Honeydew Labs: 0.02%). But HOCl efficacy isn’t only about percent—pH and stability influence how it behaves on skin over time.
Can I use wound solutions on my face?
Some people do, but “can” isn’t the same as “ideal.” For daily facial use, most people prefer products designed for skincare routines (feel, spray pattern, stability expectations, sensitive-skin positioning).
Does hypochlorous acid help eczema-prone skin?
HOCl is commonly discussed as a gentle option in eczema routines, and the NEA provides education on hypochlorous sprays and maintains criteria for products that earn the Seal of Acceptance™.
Disclaimer
This article is for educational purposes only and does not replace medical advice. For wounds, burns, or persistent skin conditions, follow clinician guidance and product labeling.
References
- Del Rosso, J. Q. (2018). Status report on topical hypochlorous acid. Journal of Clinical and Aesthetic Dermatology. https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC6303114/
- National Eczema Association. (n.d.). Seal of Acceptance™ criteria. https://nationaleczema.org/eczema-products/seal-of-acceptance-criteria/
- National Eczema Association. (2024, July 30). What is hypochlorous spray and how might it help? https://nationaleczema.org/blog/podcast-hypochlorous-spray/
- U.S. Food & Drug Administration. (2026, January 3). Vashe Wound Therapy Solution (K123072). https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/cdrh_docs/pdf12/K123072.pdf
- Urgo Medical. (n.d.). Vashe Wound Solution – A pure hypochlorous acid solution. https://www.urgomedical.us/products/vashe
- Wound care guidance resource. (n.d.). Vashe Wound Solution (clinical use notes). https://www.clwk.ca/get-resource/vashe-wound-solution/
If you’re looking for a hypochlorous acid spray, you can learn more about our formulation here. It’s also available through select retailers, including Amazon.
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Written by
Honeydew Labs Team
