Biological washing powder is often called for in home cleaning, but what exactly is it? Simply put, biological washing powder uses enzymes to break down dirt and stains. Many people have held the belief that biological washing agents are harsher on the skin than non-biological agents, but recently doctors in the UK have debunked that idea, stating that the biological agents are no harsher on
. the skin and do not aggravate those with allergies, skin conditions, or eczema. No additional irritation was shown when detergents with the dirt-digesting enzymes was used, even on broken skin. You can find more information here: http://www.dailymail.co.uk/health/article-1020902/Biological-washing-powders-NOT-cause-skin-allergies-says-expert.html