In December 2013, the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) proposed that manufacturers of antibacterial hand soaps must demonstrate that they are safer and more effective than plain soap. (scientificamerican.com)
Triclosan: This antibacterial agent is most commonly found in antibacterial hand soaps and toothpaste, and sometimes deodorant (bodyunburdened.com)
Swap out the Soap Triclosan is the main ingredient found in many antibacterial hand soaps, gels, and body washes. (rismedia.com)