Washing your hands thoroughly with soap and water is the most effective way to clean sperm from your hands.
Here's a breakdown:
- Immediate Action: The sooner you wash your hands after contact, the more effective the cleaning will be.
- Soap and Water: Use soap and water. Any type of soap will work, but antibacterial soap can provide extra peace of mind.
- Thorough Washing: Rub your hands together vigorously for at least 20 seconds, ensuring you cover all surfaces, including between your fingers and under your nails.
- Rinsing: Rinse your hands thoroughly under running water.
- Drying: Dry your hands with a clean towel or air dry them.
While washing your hands with soap and water significantly reduces the risk of pregnancy if sperm comes into contact with the vagina shortly after, it's important to understand that there's always a very slight theoretical risk. The probability, however, is exceedingly low.
In summary, washing with soap and water is the appropriate and effective method for cleaning sperm from hands.
