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What is your opinion on showering without using soapand shampoo? can scrubbing with the hands be just as effective?
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Better than nothing: Ideally you should use soap and shampoo. I recommend using soap that is natural and free of antimicrobials. If you just scrub without soap you are not cleaning away dirt and odor causing germs/bacteria. Water alone doesn't clean. You must use some type of soap to remove the filth. Same goes for hair.
Answered 2/20/2014
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