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Can you tell me if there are any hazardous effects for my body if i use soap and shampoo for night showers before going to bed?

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

This is fine: If you don't use overly hot water and the products are not overly harsh or drying.

Answered 5/10/2017

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