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Dreft detergent first came on the market on October 10, 1933. Photo credit: Dreft

Profile America: Soap Cleaning Power

Tuesday, October 10 — Something that we all take for granted made its appearance on this date in 1933, when the first household detergent — named Dreft, and still in production — went on sale. The chemistry of making soap […]

by · October 10, 2017 · Profile America
Dreft detergent first came on the market on October 10, 1933. Photo credit: Dreft

Profile America: Detergent Cleaning Power

Monday, October 10 — Something that we all take for granted made its appearance on this date in 1933, when the first household detergent — named Dreft, and still in production — went on sale. The chemistry of making soap had […]

by · October 10, 2016 · Profile America

Profile America: Soaps and Aerosol Sprays

Two ordinary items used in many American households were created by New York City residents on this date in August 1865 and 1939.

by · August 22, 2016 · Profile America