Assertion: antiseptic | /r/HasProperty | applied to the skin
Facets:
value: to prevent infection
type: PURPOSE
Source sentences:
text: Antiseptics are antimicrobial chemicals applied to the skin or mucous membrane to prevent infection.
text: The biggest difference is that antiseptics are applied to the skin and living surfaces; however, disinfectants are used on fomites and equipments.
text: Antiseptics are applied to living tissues, often to the skin in the form of hand rubs or washes.