These antimicrobial toners and sprays can help reduce Malassezia, the yeast involved in fungal acne (Malassezia folliculitis), tinea versicolor (pityriasis versicolor), seborrheic dermatitis, and dandruff. Malassezia may also contribute to some forms of atopic dermatitis, particularly head and neck dermatitis. Although alcohol has antimicrobial and antifungal activity, it can be drying and irritating to the skin barrier. Instead, look for gentler antimicrobial ingredients such as hypochlorous acid or sodium hypochlorite to help control microbes on the skin without unnecessarily drying or irritating it.