Why hygiene matters in combat sports

In BJJ, wrestling and MMA, skin meets skin and shared mats hundreds of times a session. Hygiene isn't just personal — what one athlete brings to the mat can pass to every training partner. Good hygiene protects the whole gym and keeps everyone training. Full Guard makes it effortless: clean skin, mat-side, before and after every session.

Made in the UK

Manufactured to ISO 22716, BRCGS & BCMPA standards.

Trusted by gyms & academies

Used on mats across BJJ, wrestling & MMA clubs nationwide.

No sting, no scent

Gentle on healthy and broken skin. No alcohol, no fragrance.

Fast UK shipping

Dispatched quickly with hassle-free returns.

Trusted by athletes, coaches & academies

Hygiene for BJJ, grappling & combat sports

Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu

Roll with confidence. Mat-side hygiene for BJJ and no-gi — clean your skin before and after every session, when a shower isn't an option.

Wrestling

Constant skin-to-skin and mat contact makes wrestlers high-risk. Spray before and after every session.

MMA & Grappling

From sparring to ground work, keep your skin clean and fresh across every discipline.

Muay Thai & Boxing

Shared gloves, pads and clinch work. Stay protected through every round.

Rugby

Scrums, mauls and grazes. Pitch-side hygiene for players of every level.

Athlete using Full Guard HOCl hygiene spray to keep skin clean before training
Backed by science

The science of good hygiene

In combat and contact sports, your skin is your most important piece of kit. Every session it meets shared mats, gloves and other athletes, while sweat, dirt and everyday grime build up fast. Good hygiene isn't an afterthought — it's a habit that keeps you feeling fresh, confident and ready to train again.

The science is simple: cleansing your skin regularly, before and after training, removes the sweat and surface grime that contact sport leaves behind.

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    Cleanse before and after

    Sweat and surface grime build up every session. Cleansing skin before and after training keeps it feeling fresh, mat-side.

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    Make it a daily habit

    Hygiene works best as a routine, not a one-off. A quick, consistent cleanse keeps your skin feeling clean between showers.

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    Respect your training partners

    Good personal hygiene keeps the whole gym feeling fresher, so everyone can train clean and with confidence.

Build stronger hygiene with HOCl spray

Hypochlorous acid (HOCl) isn't a harsh chemical — it's a molecule your own body already makes. Your white blood cells produce HOCl naturally as part of healthy skin function. Full Guard uses 95% pure HOCl in a no-sting, no-scent spray that gently cleanses the skin, even over grazes and mat burn.

To build stronger hygiene, make an HOCl spray part of your routine: mist exposed skin before you train to start clean, and again straight after to wipe away sweat and grime when a shower isn't within reach. Paired with a proper shower and a natural soap at home, Full Guard gives you a portable first layer of everyday hygiene, mat-side.

Full Guard is a cosmetic hygiene product to support your daily routine. It is not a medicine and is not intended to diagnose, treat or prevent any condition. If you have an active skin concern, seek advice from a healthcare professional.

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What's inside

What's in Full Guard

Full Guard is a UK-made HOCl hygiene spray built for combat and contact sports. From BJJ, jiu jitsu and no-gi grappling to wrestling, MMA, Muay Thai, boxing, judo and rugby — it's the no-sting, no-scent spray you use mat-side, before and after every session. Here's the full set of features and benefits that go into every bottle.

Full Guard HOCl hygiene spray for BJJ, wrestling and MMA contact sports

95% pure hypochlorous acid (HOCl)

A naturally occurring, skin-friendly molecule at the heart of every bottle — gently cleansing your skin on contact for everyday sports hygiene.

No sting, no scent

Alcohol-free and fragrance-free, so it's gentle enough for grazes, mat burn and sensitive skin. No harsh chemicals, no overpowering smell.

Mat-side & pocket-sized

A portable hygiene spray you use before and after every session, when a shower simply isn't an option. Your first layer of hygiene, ready in your kit bag.

Built for every contact sport

BJJ, jiu jitsu, no-gi, wrestling, MMA, grappling, Muay Thai, boxing, judo and rugby — wherever skin meets mats, gloves and other athletes.

Made in the UK

Manufactured to ISO 22716 (GMP), BRCGS and BCMPA standards, so you know exactly what goes into every bottle.

No rinse, no residue

Spray, train, repeat. Full Guard dries clean and leaves no sticky residue — just skin that feels fresh and ready to go again.

Searching for a no-sting HOCl spray for combat sports? Full Guard is a hypochlorous acid hygiene spray made in the UK for BJJ, grappling, wrestling, MMA and rugby. Use it as your mat-side sports hygiene spray to cleanse away sweat, dirt and everyday impurities before and after training — no rinse, no residue, no scent. A natural, skin-friendly cleanser that fits in your kit bag and slots straight into your daily training routine.

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Full Guard is a cosmetic hygiene product designed to support your daily routine. It is not a medicine and is not intended to diagnose, treat or prevent any condition.

Spray it. Train. Repeat.

  • 1. Spray

    Mist exposed skin and minor grazes before you train to start clean.

  • 2. Train

    No rinse, no residue, no sting — get straight on the mats.

  • 3. Repeat

    Spray again after training and between sessions. Shower with soap at home.

Why athletes choose CSH

95% pure HOCl

Hospital-grade hypochlorous acid — a naturally occurring compound — that cleans the skin on contact.

Your first layer of hygiene

Mat-side cleansing before and after every session, when a shower isn't an option.

No sting, no scent

Gentle on healthy and broken skin. No alcohol, no fragrance, no harsh chemicals.

Made in the UK

Sports hygiene products manufactured to ISO 22716 (GMP), BRCGS and BCMPA standards.

The mat doesn't care about your health

The locker room is a breeding ground. Staph, ringworm and the funk that takes you out of rotation spread fast in contact sports. Full Guard is your first layer of hygiene — mat-side, fast, and gentle on healthy skin.

Learn the science

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For gyms, academies & coaches

Keep your whole gym training clean. Join the hygiene partner programme for wholesale pricing, education resources and partner support.

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Backed by medical advisors

  • Dr. Asoka Wijayawickrama

    Chief Medical Officer. A GP partner and trainer in West London with 25+ years' experience; ringside doctor for Cage Warriors and Misfits Boxing, and a combat sports athlete himself.

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  • Dr. Jen Mae Low

    London-based Infectious Diseases & Microbiology resident and Imperial College Clinical Research Fellow, with a Harvard MPH and a focus on immune responses to viral infection.

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  • Dr. Samujjala Deb Chatterjee

    Board-certified dermatologist and researcher specialising in infectious-disease prevention and dermatologic science, ensuring Full Guard is scientifically sound and skin-safe.

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What athletes & coaches say

  • Abdul R.

    “Been using it for 3 months with zero issues. I actually prefer rolling when I know people are using it too.”

  • Steve Matthews, Combat Instructor

    “This product helped me enjoy contact sports again. CSH created the perfect product for me.”

  • Craig Tetley, Dream Art Bradford

    “We recommend all our students use Full Guard as part of the gym's everyday hygiene routine.”

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Sports hygiene products, made in the UK

Combat Sports Hygiene (CSH) makes sports hygiene products for BJJ, jiu jitsu, grappling, wrestling and MMA. Train clean with our natural soap for grappling and the Full Guard hygiene spray — a no-rinse HOCl spray you use mat-side, before and after every session. Developed and made in the UK, and trusted by gyms, academies and coaches across the country.

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Frequently asked questions

What is Full Guard?

A natural spray that maintains the highest level of fighter hygiene — keeping you on the mats or pitch with fresh skin, ready to go again.

Can I use Full Guard if I already have a fungal infection?

Full Guard is a hygiene product to use before, during or after training. If you have a fungal infection you still need an antifungal treatment — Full Guard lets you cleanse and train with peace of mind.

Is Full Guard gentle on my skin?

Yes. 95% pure HOCl targets harmful pathogens but doesn't disrupt the natural microbiome of healthy skin any more than a soapy shower. HOCl occurs naturally in the human immune system.

Do I still need to shower after using Full Guard?

Showering after training is always recommended. Full Guard is your first layer of hygiene — use it straight after training to feel clean until you can get to a shower.

What's the difference between this and soap?

Soap cleans by washing away surface dirt at a sink. Full Guard works immediately, mat-side, cleansing the skin before you've even stepped off the mat.

Is Full Guard a good Defence Soap alternative in the UK?

Yes. Where ordinary grappling soaps only work at the sink, Full Guard is a UK-made HOCl spray you use mat-side before and after training — no sting, no scent.