Shampoos

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Description

Shampoos are Toiletries that are usually based on highly soluble detergents with added perfumes and (sometimes) special ingredients to compensate for Dry Hair or Dandruff.

 

Components of Shampoos

This listing describes some of the various possible components of commercial Shampoos - the actual ingredients of each brand of commercial shampoo will vary.

 

Alcohols

 Propylene Glycol is a carrier vehicle in many commercial Shampoos:

 Caution:  Propylene Glycol can cause Skin Allergies and Dermatitis in some people.

 

Minerals

 Selenium Sulfide is a component of some brands of anti-dandruff Shampoos (e.g. Selsun Blue).

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