Shampoo can sometimes clean a small clothing item by hand, but it is not ideal for normal laundry.
It is made for hair, not washing machines.
Can you wash clothes with shampoo?
TL;DR
Only in a pinch. Shampoo can hand wash a small item, but do not use it as regular laundry detergent.
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Shampoo may create too many suds in a washing machine, especially if you use more than a tiny amount.
It can be useful for hand washing delicate items in a sink, but rinse very well so residue does not stay in the fabric.
Avoid shampoos with heavy conditioners, oils, dyes, or strong fragrances on clothing you care about.
Shampoo is an emergency hand wash option, not a good everyday laundry product.
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