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Why is shampoo a base?

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It depends on which shampoo. Different shampoos are designed to have a specific acidity so they don't damage the user's hair. Some shampoos are probably bases, but not all of them are. Shampoos pH vary by brand but normally are around 5-6. Which is slightly acidic but almost neutral.

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Generally shampoo is slightly acidic in solution.

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Suave shampoo is a base.

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Neutral or slightly basic

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weak base

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