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Beauty & Personal Care · Body Washes

Are antibacterial body washes worth it?

Reviewer consensus

For everyday use, mainstream dermatology consensus is that antibacterial body washes aren't necessary for healthy skin and can disrupt the skin microbiome with daily use. They make more sense as occasional-use products for people prone to body odor, folliculitis, or post-workout buildup, not as a daily replacement for a gentle moisturizing wash.

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