07/09/2025
Here’s a list of the “Best” bars of soap
https://www.goodhousekeeping.com/health-products/g60540165/best-bar-soaps/
Note the main ingredients in each brand.
Breaking down the main ingredients:
How many main ingredients are in your favorite brand?
Sodium Lauryl Sulfate (SLS):
A common surfactant used to create lather, SLS can strip the skin of its natural oils, causing dryness and irritation, and it can also be an environmental concern
Urea and Formaldehyde Releasers:
Certain types of urea used in soap can be highly toxic, and formaldehyde releasers can also cause skin irritation and other health issues
Parabens:
These are preservatives used to prevent bacterial growth, but they can mimic estrogen and disrupt the endocrine system
Triclosan:
Often found in antibacterial soaps, triclosan has been linked to endocrine disruption, reproductive toxicity, and potential antibiotic resistance
Phthalates:
Used to enhance fragrances, phthalates have been associated with endocrine disruption, reproductive toxicity, and potential carcinogenic effects
Formaldehyde:
A strong preservative that can be released by other preservatives, formaldehyde is a known irritant and potential carcinogen
1,4 Dioxane:
A byproduct of some cosmetic ingredients, 1,4 dioxane is a potential carcinogen and is often found in commercial soaps
From sensitive skin to dry skin, there's a bar soap out there for you.