Introduced in 1960’s, antibacterial cleansers initially contained photosensitizers, which were eventually removed. Currently, the most common active ingredient is Triclosan.

** Note: when using any products, regardless of brands, always make sure that you consult a dermatologist. If you don’t have one, the next best method is to start off by using small amount, and slowly increasing if your skin does not show any signs of irritation.

Antibacterial cleansers are proven helpful to people whose occupations demand extra precautions.

However, the side effect of antibacterial cleanser is dry skin and may contribute to eczema. Tersaseptic is one example of an antibacterial cleanser available in the market.

Popularity: 5% [?]