Ordinary soap gets rid of bacteria and for the antibacterial components to work, it needs to be left on a surface for about two minutes. However, most people either lose patience and rinse it off or just don’t have the time to wait long enough for the antibacterial properties to kill the germs.
Some scientists believe that bacteria may build up an immunity to antibacterial components over time.
And finally, some bacteria are actually good for our bodies because they consume sweat and protect us from other types of bacteria that are harmful and invasive.
Many illnesses are viral in nature, which means that antibacterial products won’t protect us anyway.
So then, are these antibacterial products worth the extra money?
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) the answer is that antibacterial soaps are not necessary. Rather, wash your hands thoroughly with plain, ordinary soap and warm water to kill the germs.
So the next time you go to your local grocery store, or where-ever you shop for soaps, save yourself some money and just buy plain, ordinary soap instead!
