Liquo-Lene Hair Tonic

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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.

Date Made: ca 1940-1956

Maker: Pfeiffer Company

Location: Currently not on view

Place Made: United States: Missouri, St. Louis

Subject: Hair Care Products

Subject:

See more items in: Medicine and Science: Medicine, Health & Medicine, Beauty and Hygiene Products: Hair Care and Enhancement, Beauty and Health

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

Data Source: National Museum of American History

Id Number: 1980.0698.111Accession Number: 1980.0698Catalog Number: 1980.0698.111

Object Name: hair tonichair care productOther 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 cmoverall, bottle: 5 5/8 in x 1 7/8 in x 1 in; 14.2875 cm x 4.7625 cm x 2.54 cm

Metadata Usage: CC0

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

Record Id: nmah_716474

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