Discussing the history, benefits, formulations and developments of hair and skin conditioning products, this work offers an overview of the subject and an analysis of the elements of conditioning. It offers the novice chemists a foundation of technical knowledge and the seasoned scientists the ingredients and testing procedures used in evaluation.

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