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Sydney Sweeney responded briefly to online backlash over her Bathwater Bliss soap, a limited-edition product made with her actual bathwater in collaboration with Dr. Squatch, which has garnered mixed reactions online.
Sydney Sweeney has partnered with Dr. Squatch to sell a limited-edition soap made with her actual bathwater, inspired by a viral commercial, which has received mixed reactions from fans.
Sydney Sweeney has launched a limited-edition soap called 'Bathwater Bliss' made with her actual bathwater, appealing to her dedicated fans and emphasizing natural ingredients. Only 5,000 bars will be available starting June 6, with a giveaway running from May 29 to June 5. Sweeney explained the process of making the soap and shared her thoughts on the oversexualization she faces as a celebrity.
Sydney Sweeney is partnering with Dr. Squatch to sell a limited-edition soap infused with her actual bathwater, inspired by her viral ad and fan demand, available for purchase on June 6 for $8.
Sydney Sweeney is selling a limited-edition soap made from her bathwater, called Sydney's Bathwater Bliss, formulated with her used water, exfoliating sand, and pine bark extract, as a quirky product to promote natural personal care. Only 5,000 bars will be available for $8 each, with some fans excited and others hesitant, and a sweepstakes offering 100 free bars.
Tesla is recalling the Cybertruck due to a defective pedal pad that can cause accelerator pedals to get stuck, potentially leading to a crash. The issue, caused by soap used in the manufacturing process, affects all 3,878 trucks sold so far and requires a physical repair. This marks the second recent incident involving soap in manufacturing processes, with a Boeing supplier also using Dawn dish soap in assembling door seals. Tesla, facing challenges including poor sales and layoffs, will address investors on a quarterly earnings call next week.
Scientists at The University of Texas at El Paso have discovered that adding liquid soap to certain pesticides can significantly enhance their effectiveness against malaria-carrying mosquitoes. This breakthrough offers a promising approach to combat the rising resistance of mosquitoes to current insecticides. The research aims to develop a soap-insecticide formulation for indoor use in malaria-prevalent regions, potentially impacting millions affected by this deadly disease.
Scientists at The University of Texas at El Paso have discovered that adding small quantities of liquid soap to certain classes of pesticides can increase their potency by over ten-fold. This finding is significant as malaria-carrying mosquitoes have developed resistance to current insecticides. Neonicotinoids, a type of insecticide, have shown promise as an alternative, but they require a boost in potency to effectively kill certain mosquito species. Soap has been found to be the boosting substance. Malaria is a devastating disease prevalent in sub-Saharan Africa, Asia, and Latin America, causing millions of cases and hundreds of thousands of deaths each year. Further testing is needed to determine the optimal amount of soap needed to enhance insecticides.
Scientists at The University of Texas at El Paso have discovered that adding small quantities of liquid soap to certain classes of pesticides can increase their potency by over ten-fold. This finding is significant as malaria-carrying mosquitoes have developed resistance to many insecticides. Neonicotinoids, a type of insecticide, have shown promise as an alternative, but they require a boost in potency to effectively kill certain mosquito species. The addition of soap has been found to enhance the effectiveness of neonicotinoids. Further research is needed to determine the optimal amount of soap required for insecticide enhancement.
14-year-old Heman Bekele from Virginia has won "America's Top Young Scientist" award for inventing a soap that treats skin cancer. The soap contains salicylic acid, glycolic acid, and tretinoin to reactivate dendritic cells and boost immune responses. Heman's long-term goal is to establish a non-profit organization to distribute the soap to those in need. His invention could potentially revolutionize the oncological industry and provide a more affordable treatment option for cancer patients.
Heman Bekele, a 14-year-old student from Virginia, has been crowned America's Top Young Scientist for developing an affordable bar of soap that treats skin cancer. By infusing medicinal soap with salicylic acid, glycolic acid, and tretinoin, Bekele created a soap that reactivates dendritic cells, boosting the immune response to combat cancer. Each bar costs just $0.50, compared to the $40,000 needed for current medical treatments. Bekele plans to refine his innovation and create a nonprofit organization to distribute the soap to needy communities.
Heman Bekele, a 14-year-old ninth grader from Virginia, has been named "America's Top Young Scientist" for inventing a bar of soap that treats skin cancer. The soap, costing only $0.50 to make, is designed to treat melanoma. Heman plans to refine his invention and establish a non-profit organization to distribute the soap to communities in need. The competition, organized by 3M and Discovery Education, also awarded second and third place prizes to students who developed a cost-effective medication delivery patch and a glove that detects epileptic seizures, respectively. Skin cancer cases have been on the rise in the US, making Heman's innovation particularly significant.
Scientists at Virginia Tech have developed a method to upcycle polyethylene and polypropylene plastics into valuable surfactants used in soap and detergents. By heating the plastics and quickly cooling them, the long carbon chains in the plastics are broken down into short-chain polyethylene-like molecules. These molecules can then be further processed to produce fatty acids and ultimately soap. The upcycling method has the advantage of being able to work on both polyethylene and polypropylene simultaneously, eliminating the need for separate sorting. The process is cost-effective and environmentally friendly, offering a profitable alternative to traditional recycling methods.
Researchers at Virginia Tech found that certain soap scents can attract or repel mosquitoes. They tested four different soaps on volunteers and found that over 60% of the detectable scent after bathing is attributable to soap. Mosquitoes were then let loose in a mesh cage with two cups inside, one with unwashed scent and the other with washed scent. The researchers found that three of the four soaps made the people more attractive to mosquitoes, and only one made them less. All of the soaps the mosquitoes liked had a fruity or flowery scent. The one that worked as a repellent was coconut scented.
New research suggests that the soap people use in the shower could be the reason why some individuals are more attractive to mosquitoes than others. The study found that washing with Dove and Simple Truth increased the attractiveness of some volunteers, while the smell of the Native brand tended to deter the blood suckers. The study identified four chemicals associated with mosquito attraction, and three chemicals that repulsed the mosquito, including a coconut-scent in American Bourbon and a floral compound used to treat scabies and lice.