antibacterial

adjective

an·ti·bac·te·ri·al | \ ˌan-tē-bak-ˈtir-ē-əl

, ˌan-ˌtī-

Definition of antibacterial

: directed or effective against bacteria antibacterial soap an antibacterial drug

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Use an over-the-counter antibacterial ointment to prevent infection. — Audrey Bruno, SELF, "What to Do When You Inevitably Cut Yourself in the Kitchen," 10 Nov. 2018 As such, acne breakouts needed to be treated with something antibacterial, and that's where coconut oil comes in. — Sable Yong, Teen Vogue, "Coconut Oil for Acne? Learn How It Can Help Clear Your Skin," 10 Sep. 2018 Dudes, keep the following in your home at all times: Ibuprofen, a box of Band-Aids (plus an antiseptic like hydrogen peroxide, and antibacterial ointment), cotton balls and swabs, and sunscreen. — Beca Grimm, GQ, "15 Things You Must Own Before You Invite a Woman Over," 29 Mar. 2018 At this time, FDA doesn’t have evidence that triclosan in OTC consumer antibacterial soaps and body washes provides any benefit over washing with regular soap and water. — Olivia Fleming & Jenna Rosenstein, Harper's BAZAAR, "The Ultimate Guide to Clean Beauty," 12 Aug. 2019 To cleanse, skip the basic body wash and reach for an antibacterial soap or benzoyl peroxide wash like Neutrogena’s Clear Stubborn Acne Cleanser. — Zoe Weiner, Glamour, "Your 4-Step Guide to Curing Butt Acne Once and for All," 2 June 2019 The pungent, colorless liquid has antibacterial qualities and can be used as a preservative, according to the National Center for Biotechnology Information. — Jennifer Leman, Popular Mechanics, "Here's a Machine That Turns Carbon Dioxide Into Liquid Fuel," 4 Sep. 2019 From antibacterial properties, aiding digestion, hay fever, colds, energy and even as cure for sleeping disorders the list goes on. — Erin Hill, PEOPLE.com, "James Middleton Reveals Surprise Passion for Beekeeping: 'It’s a Chance to Escape My Mind'," 23 Aug. 2019 An antibacterial and antimicrobial chemical, triclosan can be found in sanitizing hand and body soaps, mascara, and formerly in toothpaste. — Olivia Fleming & Jenna Rosenstein, Harper's BAZAAR, "The Ultimate Guide to Clean Beauty," 12 Aug. 2019

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