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Liquo-Lene Hair Tonic

American History Museum

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    Object Details

    maker

    Pfeiffer Company

    Description

    The indications or uses for this product as provided by the manufacturer are:
    A very effective application for cleansing and stimulating the scalp, and for restoring and preserving the luxurient beauty, vitality and strength of the hair. Removes loose dandruff scales and aids in the prevention of dandruff, soothin minor irritation of the scalp, and is recommended as beneficial in the hygenic care of the hair and scalp. Excellent for softening and beautifying the hair, keeps the hair clean and fragrant, producing sheen and luster.

    Location

    Currently not on view

    Credit Line

    Gift of Mary E. and Joseph F. Melfi, Jr., Tupper's Drug Store, Summerville, South Carolina

    date made

    ca 1940-1956

    ID Number

    1980.0698.111

    accession number

    1980.0698

    catalog number

    1980.0698.111

    Object Name

    hair tonic
    hair care product

    Other Terms

    Cosmetics; Patent Medicines; Drugs; Liquid

    Physical Description

    petroleum (drug active ingredients)

    Measurements

    overall, box: 6 in x 2 1/4 in x 1 1/2 in; 15.24 cm x 5.715 cm x 3.81 cm
    overall, bottle: 5 5/8 in x 1 7/8 in x 1 in; 14.2875 cm x 4.7625 cm x 2.54 cm

    place made

    United States: Missouri, St. Louis

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    Medicine and Science: Medicine
    Health & Medicine
    Beauty and Hygiene Products: Hair Care and Enhancement
    Beauty and Health

    Data Source

    National Museum of American History

    Subject

    Hair Care Products

    Metadata Usage

    CC0

    Link to Original Record

    https://n2t.net/ark:/65665/ng49ca746a8-df1d-704b-e053-15f76fa0b4fa

    Record ID

    nmah_716474

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