i thought all soaps killed bacteria,
2006-11-16 08:05:12 · 10 answers · asked by wildflowerrb 2 in Home & Garden ➔ Cleaning & Laundry
Well not all soaps kill bacteria if not used properly. But if you use proper hand washing technique it will kill bacterias and viruses, you must vigorously (with friction) wash your hands for 45 sec. It doesn't sound long, but time it you'll find that most people don't wash that long, then use a paper towel and use the same paper towel to turn off sink and open door then you've eliminated most germs on your hands. You don't have to use hot water.... it's the friction that kills the germs!
2006-11-16 09:38:47 · answer #1 · answered by Megan B 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋
AB soap is harmful to the environment and contributes to the growing problem of super bacteria. Plain soap with hot water is all you need. Actually, washing vigorously without soap or hot water will usually take care of any potential threat from bacteria.
2006-11-16 16:23:38 · answer #2 · answered by randylucentphilosopher 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I have heard not to use the antibacterial soap is no difference from normal soap, on the news they state not to use antibacterial soap because will make you sicker in the long run......
2006-11-16 16:45:46 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
The active ingrediant in Anti-Baterial soap is called Tricolsand. Tricolsand dosen't actually kill bateria but rather it stops the reproducation of bateria. Soap has chemicals in it that kill the bacteria. The Triclosan stays on your hands afterwards keeping any further baccteria for reproducing.
2006-11-16 16:18:57 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Anti-microbial soaps leave residuals that continue to aid in reduction of microbial bacteria. These types of agents should never be used in cleaning baby bottles or individuals with soap allergies. I prefer regular soaps for cleaning dishes and anti-bacterial for use in the restroom sink.
2006-11-16 16:18:30 · answer #5 · answered by Frank M 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
many antibacterial soaps contain antiseptics. one of the most popular antimicrobial used is the pesticide triclocarban(TCC). 75 percent of the TCC which makes it to our water treatment facilities passes through untreated into our surface water or bio solids known as municipal sludge. Another closely related antiseptic is triclosan ,which when introduced into our enviroment has the unwanted effect of increasing pathogens' resistance to clinically important antibiotics. Plain soap and water is adequate for cleaning almost everything.
2006-11-16 16:49:00 · answer #6 · answered by jp spot 1 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Actually, there is not not much difference... ANd what experts say about antibacterial soap "it may not be worth the risk of spawning resistant bacteria."
2006-11-16 16:08:22 · answer #7 · answered by string1dm 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
No, they don't most of the plain soap just removes dirt.
2006-11-16 16:07:57 · answer #8 · answered by ruth4526 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
There is no difference. Both are equally effective at removing bacteria. The rest is hype.
2006-11-16 16:09:12 · answer #9 · answered by keepsondancing 5 · 2⤊ 1⤋
complex point. check out using bing and yahoo. this can help!
2014-10-31 01:21:10 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋