
About this product
An antiseptic cleanser containing chlorhexidine gluconate, designed to kill bacteria on skin prior to surgery or to treat bacterial-related body odor and acne.
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✓Approved · 72%What the gurus are saying
Dermatologists agree Hibiclens is effective at killing odor-causing bacteria and can help with body acne, particularly in friction-prone areas. The unanimous and critical caution: never use near eyes or ears due to toxicity risk. The split concerns overuse: one expert warns against bacterial resistance from regular use and recommends alternating with other cleansers, while others suggest limiting it to once weekly rather than daily to preserve skin's beneficial microbiota.
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