Antibacterial soaps and disinfectants may fuel antibiotic resistance while offering no added benefit, scientists warn.

Common antibacterial household products may be contributing to the problem.

An international team of scientists is warning that everyday antibacterial soaps, wipes, sprays, and other "germ-killing" ...

It’s important to maintain a healthy skin biome. The best way to do this is to use a soap that ensures the bad stuff gets washed away but keeps the healthy cells intact. Clean, hydrated skin that is ...

My hands were dry from constant washing—Safeguard Skin Zen changed that.

Health bodies around the world recognize handwashing as one of the most important health care steps to prevent the spread of disease. The CDC estimates that 30% of diarrhea-related illnesses and up to ...

Ever wondered if there’s a difference between regular soap and the antibacterial kind? Maybe in smell, but not in how effectively they clean. Angela Cesere Triclosan attacks the bacteria, but the ...

The Food and Drug Administration has washed its hands of antibacterial soaps that contain certain active ingredients because manufacturers have not demonstrated their long-term safety and ...

In households with young children, they have become a standard fixture sinkside. Foamy, glittery, neon-colored or fruity, antibacterial soaps are to today’s parents what a warm hat was to their ...

It’s hot out, you’re sweaty and you probably have some body odor. But I’m here to set the record straight: You don’t need antibacterial soap for that. Apparently it’s a necessary reminder after a post ...