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Could i use mouthwash as hand soap?
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Why ?: Why not just use soap? It's less expensive and I am confident it will do a better job, since soap is formulated to remove grime from your skin and mouthwash is not.
Answered 9/29/2016
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You could: With its antiseptic properties, mouthwash is good for cleaning hands. This isn't necessarily less expensive but if you run out of hand soap mouthwash can be used.
Answered 11/8/2015
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