Hydrogen peroxide is a strong oxidizing agent, which means it can react with and break down organic molecules, including those found in skin cells. When hydrogen peroxide comes into contact with skin, it can cause irritation, inflammation, and even chemical burns in severe cases. Additionally, using hydrogen peroxide on open wounds can delay the healing process by damaging the new skin cells that are trying to grow. #hydrogenperoxide #howthingswork #diy #woundcare #burnsurvivor #healthtip #first

Hydrogen peroxide…great for stains, not so great for wounds. I know everyone is going to have an opinion on this one! Although it has been used historically to clean out wounds due to its antibacterial properties, hydrogen peroxide actually kills healthy cells too, particularly fibroblasts, which play a key role in healing your wounds. This can delay the closure of a wound. If you have a fresh cut on your body, the best way to clean it out is old-fashioned soap and water. Then proceed to cover i

Should You Use Hydrogen Peroxide ‘Down There’?!

Did you know that our cells produce hydrogen peroxide as a byproduct of normal cellular processes? Our body synthesizes Catalase, an enzyme and biocatalyst, to decompose hydrogen peroxide into water and oxygen. Biology students catalyzed this reaction in the lab and then tested the effects of pH and temperature on enzymatic activity. They found that high heat denatured their enzymes, extreme pH levels had the same outcome, and cold temperatures make enzymes sluggish. 🧪 | St. Bernard's Academy S