Its gentle mist application means that you don't have to touch the wound to disinfect it, which is helpful when dealing with small children or squeamish adults. Skin Spray also is an excellent after-shave product as it helps the skin to feel refreshed and cooled while protecting against potential infection from ingrown hairs or small cuts and abrasions. It also may be used as an athlete's foot treatment after washing and drying the feet. We know that some people even use it as a throat spray, although we don't intend the product to be used in that manner. It would be safe to do so, and the skin spray would be an effective germ killer, but it would probably taste pretty bad.
Alcohol is the second ingredient.
The alcohol hastens the dry down of the product so you don't walk around wet or have to blot the area treated. The product is safe for use on children. Just make sure it is kept out of their reach to avoid accidental ingestion or spraying in the eyes. The concentration of essential oils is pretty low. Tea Tree Oil is a potent antiseptic, even in small amounts.