Intended for or understood by only a small group, especially one with specialized knowledge or interests: an esoteric philosophical doctrine. See Synonyms at mysterious. b. Relating to or being a small group with specialized knowledge or interests: an esoteric circle.
Rubbing alcohol is neither an acid nor a base. Acids have pH values less than 7 and bases have pH values that are greater than 7. Rubbing alcohol has a pH value of 7, so it is neutral. Rubbing alcohol is also called isopropyl alcohol.
herbal rubbing alcohol. Explanation: the herbal might give it that extra you were looking for and if you know the story for Brandtwein - dating back to the Napoleon times in Austria - you know that the HERBS play a major role in this product, making it different from just an ordinary rubbing alcohol.