Thomas W. Camm was a hairdresser and professor of wig making at 60-1/2 Westminister Street in Providence in 1845. He also sold English perfumes, combs, brushes, German cologne, toilet powders, and like items. He manufactured his own Camm's Spanish Lustral Hair Preservative used for promoting the growth and beautification of the hair.

After moving several times to different locations, Camm passed away in 1877. His wife took over the business, which was then located at 46 Westminister Street, and ran it until her death in 1883.