Does antibacterial soap make you feel extra clean and protected? Well, turns out a chemical in these soaps could actually be making things worse. The germ-killing chemical is called triclosan ...

not the type of soap. Are antibacterial soaps safe for everyday use? Apparently not, say scientists. Certain ingredients in these soaps (like triclosan) can cause hormonal disruptions and ...

This isn’t just a theoretical concern: In one study, people who used a triclosan-containing antibacterial soap at home were more likely to have skin bacteria resistant both to the germ-killing ...

The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) today proposed a rule that would require companies that make antibacterial hand soaps and body washes to show that the products are safe for long-term use and ...

According to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, there isn’t evidence to show that over-the-counter (OTC) antibacterial soaps are better at preventing illness than washing with plain soap and ...

Interventions All participants applied Protex, a triclocarban-based antibacterial soap twice daily for 12 weeks. Participants randomised to the honey product treatment arm applied this directly after ...

While your run-of-the-mill soap can't hurt, antibacterial soap comes with a nasty side effect. You see, your hands are normally covered with harmless, native bacteria, some of which can actually ...

It’s important to wash our hands regularly to keep them clean and to protect us from germs and bacteria with antibacterial soap as well as regular soaps which help to rid them of surface dirt. To make ...

To make the most of bay oil in your shaving soap, pair it with other natural ingredients that enhance its properties. Coconut ...