Highlights
- Fragrance-free accommodations are one of the fastest-growing guest demands.
- Scented cleaners leave behind VOCs that irritate allergies and sensitive airways.
- HOCl provides a clean, not perfumed, environment for guest rooms.
- A stabilized HOCl formula works as both a cleaner and scent-free disinfectant.
- Ideal for hotels, clinics, office guest spaces, and scent-sensitive workplaces.
- HOCl supports your facility’s low-VOC and allergy-friendly cleaning pledge.
Guests Are Demanding Truly Fragrance-Free Rooms
More travellers—especially those with allergies, fragrance sensitivities, or asthma—now actively look for hotels and offices that avoid heavy fragrances. Traditional cleaning products leave behind perfumes, solvents, and volatile organic compounds (VOCs) that stay in the air long after the cleaning crew leaves.
A scent-free environment isn't just a bonus anymore—it's part of the guest experience.
See our full range of fragrance-free HOCl solutions in the School & Workplace Collection.
Why Traditional “Unscented” Cleaners Aren’t Always Scent-Free
Many products labelled as “unscented” still include masking fragrances or neutralizers that control chemical odours. For sensitive guests, this can trigger:
- Headaches
- Irritated sinuses
- Asthma flare-ups
- Allergy symptoms
- Itchy or watery eyes
This is especially problematic in high-traffic rooms:
- Hotel suites
- Reception areas
- Washrooms
- Meeting rooms
- Shared staff spaces
Even cleaners advertised as “low-VOC” can release lingering irritants into indoor air.
How HOCl Provides a Clean, Not Perfumed, Environment
Hypochlorous acid (HOCl) is naturally fragrance-free. It contains no masking ingredients, no VOCs, no added perfumes, and no skin irritants. That makes it uniquely suited for scent-sensitive cleaning programs.
Why HOCl excels as a fragrance-free cleaner:
- No residue: Leaves surfaces clean with no sticky or scented film.
- Fast-drying: Ideal for guest turnover cycles.
- Broad material compatibility: Safe on plastics, counters, fabrics, and touchpoints.
- No mixing required: Ready-to-use simplicity supports consistent housekeeping protocols.
- Safe around staff and guests: Non-toxic and non-irritating.
For hotels looking to meet growing guest expectations—especially guests seeking scent-free or hypoallergenic rooms—HOCl bridges the gap between safety and high performance.
Building a Low-VOC, Allergy-Friendly Cleaning Standard
More hospitality facilities are publishing fragrance-free, low-VOC, or hypoallergenic-room commitments. HOCl fits easily into these programs because it gives your team a single product that simplifies compliance without sacrificing disinfection.
It’s also an excellent fit for office guest areas, school administrative spaces, clinics, and reception zones where fragrance sensitivity is increasingly common.
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Where to Use HOCl in Fragrance-Sensitive Environments
- Guest room touchpoints (remotes, handles, switches)
- Bathroom fixtures
- Elevators and lobby surfaces
- Fitness room equipment
- Office reception counters
- High-turnover meeting rooms
- Baby-friendly or allergy-friendly suites
Because HOCl is both scent-free and highly effective, your cleaning program stays simple and scalable.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1. Is HOCl really fragrance-free?
A. Yes. HOCl contains no perfumes, neutralizers, or masking agents—making it ideal for guests with allergies or fragrance sensitivities.
Q2. Can HOCl replace my current disinfectant?
A. If your facility requires a Health Canada–approved disinfectant, CleanSmart’s Surface Cleaner & Disinfectant carries a DIN and meets those requirements.
Q3. Is HOCl safe on fabrics and soft goods?
A. Yes. HOCl is non-bleaching and safe on most washable fabrics, seat covers, curtains, and linens.
Q4. Will guests notice any smell at all?
A. HOCl leaves behind no scent—only a clean, neutral room environment.
Q5. Can HOCl help reduce VOC levels in my guest rooms?
A. It supports low-VOC cleaning programs because it contains no volatile organic compounds.
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Sources
- Canadian Centre for Occupational Health and Safety (CCOHS) – Scent-Free Policies & Fragrance Sensitivity. CCOHS
- Health Canada – Volatile Organic Compounds (VOCs) and Indoor Air. Health Canada
- U.S. Environmental Protection Agency – VOCs and Indoor Air Quality. EPA