a Barber's Shampoo for
Tradition: Domestic Medicine | Preparation Type: Historical Mixture | Risk Level: LOW
Important Safety Disclaimer
This entry is an archival record of historical medical practices. Do not use, ingest, inject, apply, dose, or substitute this preparation for modern medical care.
Source Verification & Integrity
- Primary Historical Source: Mother’s Remedies: Over One Thousand Tried and Tested Remedies from Mothers of the United States and Canada
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- Formula Verification: Complete Formula Verified
Historical Recipe And Preparation Record
Historical Formula Card — Modern-Readable Version
Status: Complete Formula Verified Original Formula Name: a Barber's Shampoo for Ingredients: Original Measurements: Shampoo with the following: Sassafras 5 cents worth Salts of Tartar 10 cents worth Ether 10 cents worth Castil...
Measurement Normalization Table
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Assembly Process
Shampoo with the following: Sassafras 5 cents worth Salts of Tartar 10 cents worth Ether 10 cents worth Castile Soap 5 cents worth Dissolve the above in one gallon of soft water. Rinse the hair thoroughly and repeat as often as necessary. This recipe was given me by a barber and I find it very good,
Storage, Labeling, And Shelf-Life
Standard cool-dry storage recommended.
External Quality Checks — Not Human Or Animal Testing
These checks can help describe identity, cleanliness, strength consistency, spoilage, or physical quality historically. They do not prove medical effectiveness. - Visual inspection for mold or sediment.
What Replaced This In Modern Care
Modern professional medical care.
Veterinary, Livestock, And Farm Relevance
Historical household practice.
Historical Source Citation
Source: Mother's Remedies by T. J. Ritter (1910) - 📖 Read Source Page in Local Reader - 🏛️ Open Book Landing Page
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