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Is it real that we should clean the soap after using it& that soap don't kill germs but it wash them out?? i have ocd so how to be neutral in hygiene
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Soap and OCD: Using soap prevents the spread of illness. Studies have shown that there is no evidence of transfer of germs from used soap indicating that any germs likely wash off the soap and the hands when you rinse them. As for OCD, if it is causing problems for you I hope you are obtaining help. Best regards for good health.
Answered 9/10/2017
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Regular soaps: The hydrophobic end of soap molectules attaches to oil - while the hypophillic attaches to water. As the water moves away from the skin - it takes oils, dirt, germs, etc - with it.
Answered 10/24/2017
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