Natural antibacterial soap works by using plant-based ingredients and essential oils that have natural antimicrobial properties. These ingredients can kill or inhibit the growth of bacteria without the use of synthetic chemicals. Here’s how it works:
- Natural Antibacterial Agents: Many natural antibacterial soap bars include essential oils like tea tree, eucalyptus, lavender, peppermint, or oregano oil, which are known for their antibacterial and antifungal properties. These oils can penetrate the cell membranes of bacteria, disrupting their structure and function, leading to their death. Check out our Cool Your Jets Peppermint soap bar, Spearmint & Eucalyptus soap bar, Lovely Lavender and Working Hands soap bars, which include the above ingredients.
- Plant Extracts: Some natural soap bars use extracts from herbs like thyme, rosemary, or neem, which have been shown to possess antimicrobial effects. These extracts can inhibit the growth of various types of bacteria on the skin.
- Moisturizing Ingredients: Natural antibacterial soaps often include moisturising ingredients like coconut oil, olive oil, or shea butter, which also have mild antibacterial properties. These oils can help maintain the skin’s natural barrier, keeping it healthy and more resistant to infections. We love using coconut oil and olive oil in all of our soaps which works perfectly to create a truly nourishing bar of soap.
- pH Balance and Skin Conditioning: Natural soaps are often formulated to be gentle on the skin, with a balanced pH that doesn’t disrupt the skin’s natural microbiome. This helps maintain healthy skin, which is more resistant to harmful bacterial growth.
While they may not be as potent as some synthetic antibacterial agents, natural antibacterial soaps can be effective for everyday use without the risk of contributing to antibiotic resistance.
