People Are Ditching Shampoo For Cola – But Here’s What It Really Does To Your Hair

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Yes, it seems that we can trace our current obsession for shampoos back to 16th century India. As far back as then, people were using the pulp of soapberries, also known as soapnuts, to keep their hair clean. And they would add hibiscus and herbs to the formula and carry out a head and body massage known as a champo.

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