what is the difference between shampoo and just soap or shower gel.

Question

And why is mens and womens shampoo so different.

In: Chemistry

Answer 1

This is a great podcast that goes into the history of soap and will explain the answer to your question as well: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/105-stuff-you-should-know-26940277/episode/how-soap-works-69248640/