Antibacterial soaps contain triclosan, a chemical that can cause hormone disruption, bacterial resistance, and other health problems.
Fragranced soaps: Soaps that are fragranced can contain a variety of chemicals that can cause allergic reactions, skin irritation, and other health problems.
Alcohol-based soaps can dry out the skin, leading to cracks and irritation.
Chemical exfoliating soaps: Soaps that contain chemical exfoliants such as alpha hydroxy acids (AHAs) and beta hydroxy acids (BHAs) can cause skin irritation
Petroleum-based soaps: Soaps that contain petroleum-based ingredients such as mineral oil and petroleum can clog pores and cause skin irritation.
Sulfate-based soaps: Soaps that contain sulfate-based surfactants such as sodium lauryl sulfate (SLS) can strip the skin of its natural oils and cause skin irritation.
Synthetic preservative soaps: Soaps that contain synthetic preservatives such as parabens can cause hormonal disruption and other health problems.
Synthetic colorant soaps: Soaps that contain synthetic colorants such as FD and C dyes can cause skin irritation and allergic reactions.
High pH soaps: Soaps that have a high pH can disrupt the natural acid mantle of the skin, leading to dryness and irritation.