Yes it is very harmful. My brother has a degree in Biology and is very familiar on this subject.
This is added later from another user. To better answer your question:
Pine tar it self is not harmfull in any way to your skin, and the pine tar it self is one of the most effective ways to treat prosthesis. However as you said, pine tar is Harmful. Well Yes and No. The pine tar is self is not harmful, but it is the Creosote that is harmfull not the pine tar it self. Creosote is a know skin irritant / carcinogen.
It depends on how the pine tar is made. if the pine tar is made and the smoke from the fire in the kiln can not mix with the pine tar, then the pine tar has no know skin irritation documented anywere. seeing as 95% of all soap companies use PINE TAR OIL FILLD WITH CREOSOTE, it is hard to get away from this fact. but there are some companies that use Creosote Free pine tar in their soaps and other products, unfortunalty the most popular brand of pine tar soap is grandpa's brand, which uses this pine tar OIL with Creosote in it. My sister tried their pine tar soap and she broke out with a rash that she had to go to the doctor for.
Now here is a company that makes a Creosote free Pine tar soap. we have tried it and it is wonderful. their web-site is www.khtradingpost.com .
thanks hope this helps
To Clarify: Are we talking about psoriasis the skin condition or someone with a prosthesis (artificial limb) who has skin tenderness issues
UM, sorry but your both wrong. Unless the U.S makes soaps different from the UK.
Creosote soap was A.K.A Coal Tar soap, not Pine tar.
Most pine tar soaps are now 100% natural vegetable oils and perfectly safe for use, infact reccommended for people with skin problems.
You can find examples on eBay. Christina may I believe.
Companies no longer mix wood preservatives and oils together in the making of soap, times have changed people.
Unless the U.S. still do, but in Europe Coal Tar soap and the derivatives are banned. Pine tar soap 100% natural vegetable oil .. fine for use.
Thank you and goodnight.
p.s. I have an honours and masters degree in Biology. JFYI
Pine tar is a natural anti-inflammatory If used in soap a glycerin soap is more gentle than regular soaps. Try the soap sold on e-bay by antiqueash. He has an aloe olive oil pine tar soap. Very nice
Either tell someone or wash your hands with soap immediately
Any soap is harmful if swallowed.
Ingesting a small amount of soap is generally not harmful, but consuming a large amount can be lethal. The exact amount of soap that would be lethal varies depending on the type and concentration of the soap, as well as the individual's age, weight, and overall health. It is important to seek medical attention immediately if someone ingests a large amount of soap.
Yes, the use of antibacterial soap can be harmful to septic systems because it can disrupt the balance of bacteria needed for proper functioning.
this all depends on the type of soap. most kinds are not harmful at all, but just in case read the ingrediants. if something harmful was included in the soap, rinse your mouth out with water and call poison control if isn't helped
Soap is not meant to be ingested and can be harmful if swallowed. It is not safe or recommended to taste soap.
Soap can be harmful to insects because it can disrupt their outer protective layer, causing dehydration and ultimately leading to their death. Additionally, the chemicals in soap may interfere with insects' respiratory systems or digestive processes, further harming them. It is important to use soap products carefully and in moderation to minimize their impact on insect populations and the environment.
Washing your mouth with soap is not safe and can be harmful. Soap is not intended for ingestion and can cause nausea, vomiting, and other adverse effects if swallowed. If someone accidentally ingests soap, it's important to seek medical advice immediately. For oral hygiene, it's best to use toothpaste and mouthwash specifically designed for cleaning teeth and freshening breath.
No. But you might get sick. Soaps have a tendency to act as a laxative. also triclosan is in soap.
Yes because it can dry your hands!
some harmful chemicals that hide in toys are led, soap, and much much more