13 Soap Brands That'll Elevate Your Shower Game, According to a Dermatologis
13 Soap Brands That'll Elevate Your Shower Game, According to a Dermatologis No shade to your shower game, but if you think any ol' bar of soap is gonna get the job done, then you are v much mistaken, friend. After all, soap isn't just about cleansing—it's about protecting your skin barrier as well. Many "traditional" bar soaps are made with a harsh chemical called lye, which strips your skin of natural oils, whereas the best soap brands nowadays are not true "soaps," but rather soap-free cleansers that are gentler on the skin and have a more acidic pH. Not sure what to look for when shopping for a cleanser? We're here to help. Meet the expert: Joshua Zeichner, MD, is a board-certified dermatologist and the director of cosmetic and clinical research at Mount Sinai Hospital in New York, NY. Bar soap vs. liquid soap—which is better? Bar soap gets a bad rap for being too alkaline, but believe it or not, liquid body washes aren't any mo...