My Dr. said to wash face & hands with antibacterial soap before using pre-surgery eye drops. Is Dr. B's peppermint liquid soap antibacterial?
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Don't tell anyone, especially the soap companies that are scamming us, but all soap is antibacterial. First let's take a look at how soap works on a chemical level. To make soap, you need to combine an acid and a base (or alkali). The acid is fat (fatty acids and triglycerides), and the base is sodium hydroxide (NaOH). The mixture causes the fatty acids to separate from the triglycerides and fuse with the hydroxide ions, forming a salt that we call "soap." Soap has two main functions: Decrease water's surface tension Bind to dirt, oil and bacteria
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Not that I am aware of . I don't recall the Bottle saying it is either . You might want to try Dial Soap . I know Dial is an Antibacterial soap . Hope that helps and Best of Luck with your Surgery :O)
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In addition to J.Noonan's comment, "antibacterial" soaps have harmful chemicals.
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My family and I use it as a facial soap with no problems. I usually lather it up in my hands and apply to my wet face. I would recommend using a moisturizer after washing with this soap as it can cause the skin to become dry unless you have oily skin.
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I use a 1:4 mix of regular Listerine and warm water on my ceramic/porcelain tile floors. Weird, right? It's too strong for my mouth so I repurposed it. It's relatively inexpensive, antibacterial, and has the added benefit of opening your sinuses and freshening the air!
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Nope, this isn't a disinfectant (such products are always labeled as having that attribute). My view is that FDA and CDC think that we're using too many antibacterial agents in our household cleaning products as it is, so I don't use such products in most situations (soap will kill most bacteria). OTH if you have a biohazard type situation at home (eg bodily fluids) you may want to use a disinfectant to clean up that particular mess.
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Per Eye Envy bottle: no antibiotics other & no harsh chemicals, but you may want to contact the company for more info. I would NEVER use Angel Eyes.
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No microbeads. Although, exfoliation becomes way less of an issue when your soap has a moisturizer.
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I tried to find out the ingredients. Could not find them on any packaging. I called the company and was told there are trace amounts of alcohol in the cleaner. I can smell it in the cleaner. Now I am wondering if it is safe for my lenses as my optician told me no alcolhol or amonia cleaners or the lenses would not be guaranteed and he would not recommend them anyway.
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Yes, the Tea Tree and the Lavender Dr. Bronner's are a great body/face wash and also shampoo. A little goes a long way. My mate prefers the peppermint and so we get all three. It's all I use in the shower. And of course, keep your eyes closed. One of the comments on the Peppermint page is from a college student who is also acne prone and it has cleared up.
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Hello, generally speaking, CPAP manufacturer's instructions indicate that the mask, hose and reservoir be washed daily. Most customers do not follow these instructions. Although the SoClean is a sanitizer, we cannot technically advise anyone against what the manufacturer suggests. If you decide to hand wash your equipment daily, weekly or not at all, please be assured that the equipment is sanitized as long as you run the SoClean daily. We provide a pre-wash that is intended to use prior to the first use of your SoClean or when introducing new equipment to your CPAP system, to wash your mask, hose and reservoir. You would use the pre-wash with water, in the same way you would use dish soap, to clean your equipment. If you do chose to hand wash your equipment we recommend using a Fragrance-free hypoallergenic cleaning solution. Please let us know if you have any other questions. Christine Dadah Customer Support
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No drugs in these drops. They are a lubricant/wetting agent only. If your pet has an active eye infection, this will only lubricate the eye and not treat the infection. If you have access to a holistic veterinarian in your area, you might want to make an appointment for your pet. You can find one through ahvma.org/Widgets/Findvet.html Holistic vets are regular vets with additional training. After using a holistic vet, my boxer only needs these drops occasionally now, rather than any drugs--at all.
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The bottle states: 'biodegradable surfactants' and 'contains no phosphate' -- and it is not antibacterial. That's all it says. But I agree with Markie: it's the best dishwashing soap!
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Yes, it is. My understanding is that doctors use it to sanitize their hands before surgery. It's very effective.
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I prefer a fan brush. The most important things are to not "rub" it into your skin and to NOT GET IT IN YOUR EYES. Also, I'm just checking here, you know that you should only leave it on for minutes (2 to 5 depending on your skin) then you have to remove it. Soap can neutralize it. Personally I like to use milk, followed by soap. Keep in mind that this stuff stings, it's supposed to sting. It's acid chewing through unwanted top layers of skin to expose prettier skin underneath. It's going to burn even more as you neutralize it. Get ready with your neutralizing plan before you apply. You can hurt yourself with this stuff if you don't handle it carefully. Please be careful. I prefer a fan brush. The most important things are to not "rub" it into your skin and to NOT GET IT IN YOUR EYES. Also, I'm just checking here, you know that you should only leave it on for minutes (2 to 5 depending on your skin) then you have to remove it. Soap can neutralize it. Personally I like to use milk, followed by soap. Keep in mind that this stuff stings, it's supposed to sting. It's acid chewing through unwanted top layers of skin to expose prettier skin underneath. It's going to burn even more as you neutralize it. Get ready with your neutralizing plan before you... » Read More I prefer a fan brush. The most important things are to not "rub" it into your skin and to NOT GET IT IN YOUR EYES. Also, I'm just checking here, you know that you should only leave it on for minutes (2 to 5 depending on your skin) then you have to remove it. Soap can neutralize it. Personally I like to use milk, followed by soap. Keep in mind that this stuff stings, it's supposed to sting. It's acid chewing through unwanted top layers of skin to expose prettier skin underneath. It's going to burn even more as you neutralize it. Get ready with your neutralizing plan before you apply. You can hurt yourself with this stuff if you don't handle it carefully. Please be careful. « Show Less
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This soap is not made to kill bacteria. Coconut oil is a natural antimicrobial that can be used after washing on skin instead of lotion.
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Probably not. All soap cleans dirt & bacteria off the skin. I gave different soaps from this company as Christmas presents and everyone has really liked them. The natural handmade soaps last longer and are much better for the skin.
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Be careful. Put soap on any part of the face but wash off quickly. There are tutorials on YouTube about this soap and how to use it.
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I do not have a problem with facial oil as I wash my face before bed. I have not had a problem with bacterial pimples since using this machine. It is wonderful and the company staff are most helpful.