UV-C sanitizers have been a hot commodity for the past months and for a good reason: they can help eliminate 99.9 percent of harmful pathogens that are lurking on everyday items. This includes everyday items like our cell phones. We use our cell phones every day for practically everything. That’s why it is hardly a surprise that they have become a petri dish for every germ imaginable! In 2020, face masks have become as essential as our keys, cell phones, and wallets. This is where a UV-C sanitizer comes in handy. The UV-C light from UV-C sanitizers effectively destroys the DNA or RNA of bacteria and viruses. This ensures that they no longer pose a threat.

For $169, you can sanitize your essentials with the Coral UV Sanitizer and Dryer. It’s a safe and effective at-home disinfection within reach! Coral UV uses high energy, artificial UV-C ray that breaks down the DNA of bacteria and germs and disrupts their ability to reproduce.

Compared to other forms of disinfection, the Coral UV 3-in-1 doesn’t damage materials over time like steam sanitizers. It is nearly the size of a small microwave and sanitizes everything from cell phones and make-up brushes to plush toys and baby items, such as bottles and pacifiers. It requires minimal maintenance and sanitizes items in as little as 10 minutes.

The fact that it was created before the pre-COVID days helps give this product even more credibility. There have been many companies that have been preying on consumers during this pandemic by pushing misleading claims on their products. Not only this product has 10-minute UV-C cycles that can eliminate 99.9 percent of harmful germs, but this has been backed by extensive research!

There are four operation modes altogether, but Sterilize Only and Sterilize + Dry are two major functions of the Coral UV Sanitizer. Sterilize + Dry sterilizes the items for 10 minutes followers by automatic drying cycle for the amount of time (anywhere from 40 – 70 minutes) of your choice. This setting is recommended for wet or washed items that need to be sterilized and dried, such as breast pump parts, bottles, or pacifiers. Sterilize Only is the best option for items that haven’t been washed beforehand or don’t need to be dried, such as cell phones or hair accessories, for examples. Dry Only is recommended for items that have been washed yet doesn’t require sterilization. 24-Hour Storage runs a 50-minute Sterilize + Dry cycle. It will then run a 2-minute UV sterilization cycle every 2 hours for a maximum of 24 hours.

With an influx of UV-C sanitizers hitting the market, there are a few key functions that distinguish Coral UV from other brands:

■ Accreditation & 3rd Party Testing: Coral UV has undergone rigorous lab testing to eliminate salmonella, e.coli, candida albicans, staph, and H1N1 flu virus successfully. They’ve published lab reports to back up these claims.

■ Minimal Design: No one has room in their home for a UV-C sanitizer as large as a mini-fridge. Coral UV is a top-open, compact sanitizer that naturally fits in with the rest of your kitchen, nursery, or living room. This helps to maintain consistent use.

■ Stainless Steel Chamber: Reflective stainless steel ensures the sanitizing UV-C light reaches every corner inside the device.

■ Drying Function: A built-in drying function is convenient for items you might rinse off beforehand, such as pacifiers and water bottles. Coral UV is one of the only sanitizers that have this option.

■ Replaceable Parts: Over a long period of time, UV-C lamps can lose some of their strength. Coral UV has replaceable bulbs included and for purchase on their website so you don’t have to eventually replace the entire unit.