The fabric softener debate from a hair care P.O.V.

[toggleswitch]

In an emergency any bar soap will work as shampoo.

Ditto Conditioner as shaving cream.

Twelve = two + ten
Dodeca = duo + deca [duomatic=> double automatic => W&D]
(evolved into deci-) [decilitre, decimal, decibel, etc.]

 

[sudsmaster]

The problem with bar soap (or any natural soap) is its tendency to form a scum with hard water minerals in the water. This will leave a dull appearance to hair. A vinegar rinse will help to remove it, but a synthetic detergent that is resistant to hard water will work much better.

When I used to crew on racing sailboats, a woman who was an experienced ocean racer said the shampoo of choice on board was Joy dishwashing detergent. She said it was the only one that would suds properly in salt water. For handwashing dishes, Joy is my favorite, although I've never tried it on my hair. For washing hands, I prefer to use a liquid coconut oil soap that I get in bulk at Smart & Final. It's less drying than Joy but cleans well enough. But it doesn't work all that well on hair... I've tried it. Few suds.

 

[cleanfresh]

Ensueno and Suavitel fabric softeners are fab. They both leave clothes and towels fluffy soft and static free. And the scent lasts for weeks! Whenever I open my bathroom cabinet door or dresser drawer, I can still smell the aroma! Downey smells good, but these two softeners give Downey a run for its money, in my opinion!!