tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5352349300184483080.post4685397126791389718..comments2023-04-01T17:33:15.547-07:00Comments on MaMammalia: How to Wash Hair With Baking Soda and VinegarUnknownnoreply@blogger.comBlogger52125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5352349300184483080.post-39985493999333442142013-12-16T21:20:13.097-08:002013-12-16T21:20:13.097-08:00I've been using this method for about 5 months...I've been using this method for about 5 months. I love it! I will never use shampoo again.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5352349300184483080.post-7629080653243452082013-10-14T16:25:24.603-07:002013-10-14T16:25:24.603-07:00Thank you for the male perspective, very much appr...Thank you for the male perspective, very much appreciated! I also got more volume from hair, too. <br /><br />For quantities, a general rule of thumb is to use more baking soda when hair is more oily, less when it's dry. With the vinegar, it's the opposite: use less vinegar with oily hair and more for drier or tangled hair. I think alternating with your regular products is a good way to go, too.Sylviahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16330964289844889151noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5352349300184483080.post-1889312543537821092013-10-12T17:03:20.763-07:002013-10-12T17:03:20.763-07:00How do you know what and how to adjust the amounts...How do you know what and how to adjust the amounts to get good results. I'm a male and this system seems to not only freshen up my hair, but it removes the thinness and my hair looks more full and 'volumee'. I'd it safe enough to use every other day, since I use it once a week with regular shampoo on the other days. Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5352349300184483080.post-66337944676142582432013-07-24T13:52:15.012-07:002013-07-24T13:52:15.012-07:00You posted a year ago but still like to comment s...You posted a year ago but still like to comment since i personally have great news!!!My 7 year old has terrible psoriasis and the school she attends constantly sent her to office for lice checks...awful at her age.We stopped meds and went on the bs poo routine,We poo'd once a week and used the acv rince 3 times a week.Her hair is rump length,red,curly and extremely dry.These last 2 months have been a blessing,only the occassional pencil to the scalp scratch:D We eventually settled down with 2tsp bs to a qt of water. For the rince about half cup acv.This worked for us and our particular problem,not for normal hair I'm sure! Hope if you're out there still wondering that this may help.Best wishes!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5352349300184483080.post-69238277133706196452013-06-24T14:25:47.699-07:002013-06-24T14:25:47.699-07:00I see this is pretty old, but maybe it will help s...I see this is pretty old, but maybe it will help someone. I have noticed that when using coconut oil in my hair, you really have to get just the right amount. Just enough to make it smooth and silky, but any more and it will be greasy. When you get that perfect amount though, it feels amazing! Also, I have been trying a baking soda wash and a honey/lemon wash. It feels good, but the honey and lemon is a little much for my hair, so I am going to be switching to ACV or just lemon wash. If you have dry hair, the honey/lemon might be perfect! I always use raw honey (otherwise it basically just sugar) and a diluted it quite a bit in warm water, but I didn't really measure. Maybe a tablespoon or two in a cup of water. And a healthy splash of lemon. (I've heard lemon is better for light hair? I have light-medium brown and haven't noticed it get lighter.)Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09847742338655103338noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5352349300184483080.post-12391153875795449382013-06-03T01:35:39.296-07:002013-06-03T01:35:39.296-07:00Cool alternative.Cool alternative.gray hairhttp://www.nograyhairs.com/noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5352349300184483080.post-679564217429614072013-03-06T10:57:42.721-08:002013-03-06T10:57:42.721-08:00I also have very dry hair so I understand where yo...I also have very dry hair so I understand where you're coming from! One thing that helped me was to use LOTS of vinegar and to treat the same way I would a commercial conditioner. I pour the vinegar on (a few cups of 25% or higher solution) then comb it through my hair in the shower with the vinegar still in my hair. Than I would rinse it out gently. That should get out the knots!<br /><br />If your hair is dry like mine, you might need to compliment this system with a weekly deep conditioning treatment (avocado, coconut oil, etc.). I hope that helps!Sylviahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16330964289844889151noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5352349300184483080.post-103124616742591372013-03-05T12:55:10.099-08:002013-03-05T12:55:10.099-08:00I just started the baking soda and ACV rinse. I us...I just started the baking soda and ACV rinse. I use 1 tbsp baking soda to 1 cup water, and 1 to 2 tbsp to 1 to 2 cups water. My hair is greasy on top and dry and very brittle on the ends. I know there is a transition period and I am prepared for that, but getting a comb or brush through my hair after washing with the rinses is a nightmare. I brush/comb it while still wet, and my hair is all tangled and feels dry and brittle. As I brush or comb it, I snag constantly and pull out hair, and I'm pretty sure I'm breaking it. I have tried putting a dab of coconut oil on my ends but it didn't really help and just made my hair stringy and greasy. I really want to move away from commercial shampoo, but if I am causing more damage to my hair just by trying to brush it, I may have to go back to commercial shampoo for now. Do you have any suggestions? Thank you. :)Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5352349300184483080.post-44262321585164733552013-01-16T19:33:28.832-08:002013-01-16T19:33:28.832-08:00Oh, I feel your pain. My hair took a ridiculously ...Oh, I feel your pain. My hair took a ridiculously long time before it felt OK! It still goes through weird spells. Here are a couple of ideas:<br /><br />-Make sure you scrub your scalp really well with the baking soda dilution. Since there's no lather, it can be hard to get underneath, especially if you have thick hair (like mine). I douse the crown of my head with the BS dilution, then scrub my scalp gently all over with my fingers. I usually repeat this step. And rinse very well!<br /><br />-Try sticking with a smaller amount of baking soda. Too much will irritate the scalp (dandruff?). Also, make sure it's very well dissolved before you apply it.<br /><br />-If you need to return to regular shampoo/conditioner for a couple of washes, it won't completely undo your efforts. Sometimes hair just needs a break from whatever regimen you're using.<br /><br />Best of luck!<br />Sylviahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16330964289844889151noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5352349300184483080.post-31533348121734657232013-01-15T18:46:24.963-08:002013-01-15T18:46:24.963-08:00I am 9 weeks in and my hair is terrible. Well, act...I am 9 weeks in and my hair is terrible. Well, actually just the back of my head and underneath by my ears are super greasy while my scalp has a lot of dandruff (the rest of my hair looks fine). Basically, I can't wear it up or down. I have played with the solutions with no luck, even tried, bottled, tap, and distilled water. I don't want to give up, but yesterday 2 co-workers asked me if I was "ok" on two separate occasions. I look like I haven't washed my hair in 9 weeks! I feel like I've come too far to give up, but it's just embarrassing at this point :( Anyone experienced this? My hair is very thick and wavy/straight, dry scalp, and greasy roots. Suggestions please!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5352349300184483080.post-14298881452031454532012-12-22T22:07:32.494-08:002012-12-22T22:07:32.494-08:00If I had to start my experiment again, I'd sta...If I had to start my experiment again, I'd start with smaller concentrations of BS/ACV. I had the same thing as you describe: great the first week, then my hair went through a real funk for weeks after that. Check out my other post (the "Update") for a good description. Also, don't be afraid to return to regular shampoo and conditioner for a few washes once in awhile. I think hair gets tired of the same regimen after many months. I wouldn't ever go back to regular shampoo permanently, but once in awhile it can help. Good luck!Sylviahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16330964289844889151noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5352349300184483080.post-24291017182134838762012-12-20T08:24:31.601-08:002012-12-20T08:24:31.601-08:00I am one week into this hair washing method. Must ...I am one week into this hair washing method. Must say was ready to give up before I came onto your blog. The first time I tried BS/ACV my hair felt soft and looked shiny but umm not so much as I head into week two. I guess I need to experiment with the amounts still... or is this the "transition period?" I appreciate your chart, it has been great help. I too did much research on this hair washing method and with so many different porpotions out there, came in very handy to have in one place. My daughter has curly hair and uses a conditioner only "wash" but with my shoulder length wavy hair that would just make my hair flat and oily. Any other advice for this newbie?Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5352349300184483080.post-3399356727829075912012-11-29T15:27:13.862-08:002012-11-29T15:27:13.862-08:00I would definitely start with very little amounts ...I would definitely start with very little amounts of baking soda, probably less than a tablespoon. Make sure it's well dissolved before you apply; that seems to help me with dryness/itchiness. With the vinegar, I recommend using apple cider vinegar. I've found that it's less harsh than white vinegar over time. A 25% solution (25% vinegar, 75% water) should work well. You could also try a deep conditioning treatment once a month or so. I hope that helps!Sylviahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16330964289844889151noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5352349300184483080.post-63379274448372235982012-11-29T04:47:27.681-08:002012-11-29T04:47:27.681-08:00I'm a male with short hair but I suffer from d...I'm a male with short hair but I suffer from dry scalp. Can I use this method? And if I can, how much baking soda and vinegar should I be using? I'm assuming less than a tablespoon of baking soda and less than a quarter cuP of vinegar?Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5352349300184483080.post-19518360939800399142012-11-26T22:24:34.893-08:002012-11-26T22:24:34.893-08:00So funny...my hair also regained so much more boun...So funny...my hair also regained so much more bounce and curl when I started this regimen. Makes you wonder about all that build-up from regular shampoo :0Sylviahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16330964289844889151noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5352349300184483080.post-90616166179808678382012-11-26T01:02:56.470-08:002012-11-26T01:02:56.470-08:00I tried this method yesterday for the first time. ...I tried this method yesterday for the first time. I thought I'll start replacing chemicals one by one and this seemed like a good place to start. And good it was! I am shocked how easy it was, because I expected some weird hair today, but the hair was curly and clean.<br /><br />I don't know if the transition period starts later or maybe I'm just lucky and it doesn't come at all. Or maybe it IS a transition period and I just don't know it yet and my hair will get even better! Who knows, right?<br /><br />But I didn't use vinegar, I rinsed my hair with lemon juice and I'm thinking of using tea next time.<br /><br />Btw when I said my hair was really curly, I meant REALLY curly. I guess it's the natural state of my hair. Weird but fun!Kathttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11688874579996593851noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5352349300184483080.post-54865066638071654022012-09-16T22:30:35.115-07:002012-09-16T22:30:35.115-07:00I've used both regular white distilled vinegar...I've used both regular white distilled vinegar and apple cider vinegar. Frankly, I can't tell much difference with my hair! The ACV smells a little better.Sylviahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16330964289844889151noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5352349300184483080.post-15949673500077790432012-09-14T21:17:04.341-07:002012-09-14T21:17:04.341-07:00will using synthetic vinegar(plain) instead of app...will using synthetic vinegar(plain) instead of apple cider vinegar harm my hair or not work like apple cider works?? i couldnt find apple cider vinegar here in the stores so had to buy the synthetic one.gunjanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03738514060574169548noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5352349300184483080.post-40227631239720567822012-08-01T14:12:04.994-07:002012-08-01T14:12:04.994-07:00I think you can continue w/ baking soda & vine...I think you can continue w/ baking soda & vinegar when using a mask (maybe not in same day, that depends on you!). I usually just scrub my scalp w/ the baking soda the same way I would w/ regular shampoo, then rinse VERY well. These days I only wash my hair about 1 or 2 times a week.Sylviahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16330964289844889151noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5352349300184483080.post-18489760789533566432012-07-30T19:58:42.069-07:002012-07-30T19:58:42.069-07:00thank you, i have more questions: if i use a mask,...thank you, i have more questions: if i use a mask, like onion mask can i use the BS/Vinager as my regular thing or i have to use shampoo again... and how many times you rub/use the Bs when using it????<br />LeslieAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5352349300184483080.post-8817275912678616462012-07-29T21:27:19.420-07:002012-07-29T21:27:19.420-07:00I'm not sure if it will make it grow faster pe...I'm not sure if it will make it grow faster per se, but it may make your hair healthier in general so that it seems to grow faster or have more body, etc. I've noticed that my hair has gotten noticeably thicker since I stopped using regular shampoo. I used to have handfuls of hair come out every time I washed with shampoo, but that doesn't happen anymore. No wonder my hair is thicker now!Sylviahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16330964289844889151noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5352349300184483080.post-28238620748894032492012-07-29T20:43:25.370-07:002012-07-29T20:43:25.370-07:00Hi my hair is curly, but i have it short... so, ca...Hi my hair is curly, but i have it short... so, can this make my hair grow faster?Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5352349300184483080.post-60721236557292442572012-07-27T09:50:45.064-07:002012-07-27T09:50:45.064-07:00I just washed with baking soda and rinsed with 50/...I just washed with baking soda and rinsed with 50/50 vinegar water. And besides my hair smelling like a salad bar, lol, it looks cleaner and healthier that it has in a while!! - CaraAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5352349300184483080.post-18170348080006091452012-07-21T22:35:54.109-07:002012-07-21T22:35:54.109-07:00Oh, yes! Many people say that their hair has more ...Oh, yes! Many people say that their hair has more body and life after all the build-up from regular shampoo is gone. It might take awhile for your scalp and hair to adjust. Mine took 6 weeks, but my hair gets less greasy less often now.Sylviahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16330964289844889151noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5352349300184483080.post-87856208142355946982012-07-21T11:38:21.876-07:002012-07-21T11:38:21.876-07:00hi! i have really really straight hair and it gets...hi! i have really really straight hair and it gets greasy if i dont wash it once every two days, i was wondering if this is a good treatment to try if you have dead straight hair with no volume. thanks!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.com