http://do-it-yourself.tribe.net/thread/5f38487c-a687-4a62-8452-2e9e94d18f8e?format=rss Tribe.net. Local Connections http://do-it-yourself.tribe.net/thread/5f38487c-a687-4a62-8452-2e9e94d18f8e#6c720c1d-512a-42fa-bf39-a2c0246444a2 From a former looooong hair: I tried the baking soda method today, worked like a charm. However, I now have short-ish hair. Long on the top but back and sides do not fall below my neck....yet. I find commercial shampoo of all stripes either strips my hair in the winter or builds up Speculating that the baking soda and water remove the surface grease and dirt but do not rip out the natural moisture in the hair shaft. This is a very good thing. You need to preserve as much of the moisture resident in the hair shaft naturally to prevent damage and breaking. Especially if like me, you are regrowing your hair. Bon Chance! P.S. It's just about the cheapest remedy you can find. Sun, 25 Feb 2007 18:27:38 GMT http://do-it-yourself.tribe.net/thread/5f38487c-a687-4a62-8452-2e9e94d18f8e#6c720c1d-512a-42fa-bf39-a2c0246444a2 walksbyfaith 2007-02-25T18:27:38Z http://do-it-yourself.tribe.net/thread/5f38487c-a687-4a62-8452-2e9e94d18f8e#b8bb487f-f69b-4450-8bcb-083221e73aa5 just a word and self experience on those shampoos that have sodium lauryl sulfate : http://www.jasoncosmetics.com/sodium_lauryl_sulfate.html boyfriend had thinning hair. stopped using that stuff and its thick again like he was when he was 20. he used natural shampoos and oil rinses (like i suggested) its also being tested as a shark repellant. sharks are repulsed by it...i thought that was interesting. and if i ever surf again i am rubbing that crap all over me...i will take the cancer and balding over sharks biting me in half. hee hee http://www.elasmo-research.org/education/white_shark/deterrents.htm Sun, 25 Feb 2007 16:41:55 GMT http://do-it-yourself.tribe.net/thread/5f38487c-a687-4a62-8452-2e9e94d18f8e#b8bb487f-f69b-4450-8bcb-083221e73aa5 $item.owner.firstName 2007-02-25T16:41:55Z http://do-it-yourself.tribe.net/thread/5f38487c-a687-4a62-8452-2e9e94d18f8e#e059b1be-4c91-47f9-a988-3b7d6cc6b08f James, dude, buy V05 balanced with vitamins E and C. Costs about a buck. I give it 2 thumbs up! Sun, 25 Feb 2007 01:53:19 GMT http://do-it-yourself.tribe.net/thread/5f38487c-a687-4a62-8452-2e9e94d18f8e#e059b1be-4c91-47f9-a988-3b7d6cc6b08f Timster 2007-02-25T01:53:19Z http://do-it-yourself.tribe.net/thread/5f38487c-a687-4a62-8452-2e9e94d18f8e#b41b1e18-d452-4342-9477-f2ca9af48479 massage coconut oil through. its light and smells nice then rinse with watered down ving to cut out the excess grease. the ving also makes your hair shine and kills druffies white ving is less smelly. also that rinse in the shower will improve you skin (ving) if its really greasy i use strait ving otherwise 50|50 or 25ving|75 it stings a little strait if you have sensitve skin you can also brush cornstarch through to do quick cleans. Sat, 24 Feb 2007 21:08:50 GMT http://do-it-yourself.tribe.net/thread/5f38487c-a687-4a62-8452-2e9e94d18f8e#b41b1e18-d452-4342-9477-f2ca9af48479 $item.owner.firstName 2007-02-24T21:08:50Z http://do-it-yourself.tribe.net/thread/5f38487c-a687-4a62-8452-2e9e94d18f8e#082a9ee7-31f3-4e6b-8cf8-3d6d4da0679a You might get better answers on the HomeMade Beauty Remedies tribe http://what.a.mess.tribe.net/?_click_path=Application%5Btribe%5D.Tribe%5B02ff21e7-d602-4aa3-aa6c-178bb5610e37%5D homemade beauty remedies mash it, grind it, smear it, or boil it, whatever you do, be sure to talk about it here! Thu, 22 Feb 2007 04:35:02 GMT http://do-it-yourself.tribe.net/thread/5f38487c-a687-4a62-8452-2e9e94d18f8e#082a9ee7-31f3-4e6b-8cf8-3d6d4da0679a Audrey ♥ 2007-02-22T04:35:02Z http://do-it-yourself.tribe.net/thread/5f38487c-a687-4a62-8452-2e9e94d18f8e#f98d601e-a7a2-435f-9e84-163b423a14fd Super crusty punk is right!!! Have you ever tried Dr.B's on your hair yourself? I used it for a week while traveling, and it was NASTY. It's not made for hair, so it coats the strands with sticky, skanky residue. Sure, you smell like that wholesome peppermint and all, but you can't run your fingers through your hair for all the soap gunk that gets left behind. I still vote for my suggestion: baking soda. Cheapest, easiest thing around, and leaves your hair soft and clean and lovely. (I'm not sure why someone would dilute it before pouring it over their head- could someone explain?) Thu, 22 Feb 2007 03:12:15 GMT http://do-it-yourself.tribe.net/thread/5f38487c-a687-4a62-8452-2e9e94d18f8e#f98d601e-a7a2-435f-9e84-163b423a14fd fixit fox 2007-02-22T03:12:15Z http://do-it-yourself.tribe.net/thread/5f38487c-a687-4a62-8452-2e9e94d18f8e#957d69d6-8851-44c2-9ee9-3879449703fc maybe i'm missing something, but it seems there is a simple solution, its been said many times, and i'll say it again- dr bronners... its the only thing you minimalists need in your shower/tub. i'm a froufrou girl, and i love my products(all natural) but i've got a super crusty vegan punk brother in seattle, who bathes so irregularly i'm amazed he gets any action, and he swears by bronner. check it out, it comes in different types- almond, peppermint, and others. great stuff. good luck:) Thu, 22 Feb 2007 02:21:10 GMT http://do-it-yourself.tribe.net/thread/5f38487c-a687-4a62-8452-2e9e94d18f8e#957d69d6-8851-44c2-9ee9-3879449703fc luz 2007-02-22T02:21:10Z http://do-it-yourself.tribe.net/thread/5f38487c-a687-4a62-8452-2e9e94d18f8e#4e560264-0cc3-4c5b-8b7a-5db80de79ea1 mmmh, I'm getting hungry Wed, 21 Feb 2007 23:09:45 GMT http://do-it-yourself.tribe.net/thread/5f38487c-a687-4a62-8452-2e9e94d18f8e#4e560264-0cc3-4c5b-8b7a-5db80de79ea1 Mrs.Purple 2007-02-21T23:09:45Z http://do-it-yourself.tribe.net/thread/5f38487c-a687-4a62-8452-2e9e94d18f8e#a67b6caf-20cb-45ae-a060-4d41a01ece69 On another site, there was a similar question. They suggested putting a beer on your hair, massaging it in, rinsing it out. Then putting yogurt and honey in leaving in for a few, and rinsing thoroughly... as a conditioner. Just retyping the info I heard! Wed, 21 Feb 2007 20:43:03 GMT http://do-it-yourself.tribe.net/thread/5f38487c-a687-4a62-8452-2e9e94d18f8e#a67b6caf-20cb-45ae-a060-4d41a01ece69 Michelle 2007-02-21T20:43:03Z http://do-it-yourself.tribe.net/thread/5f38487c-a687-4a62-8452-2e9e94d18f8e#9fc321fb-8903-47b6-8acd-c21a99e8bd23 oh, nic, you've got one of those at home too? me as well ;-) ! I remember reading in a clever little book, that Pewh-berty was called that because thats when we humans start to smell !! Wed, 21 Feb 2007 17:56:59 GMT http://do-it-yourself.tribe.net/thread/5f38487c-a687-4a62-8452-2e9e94d18f8e#9fc321fb-8903-47b6-8acd-c21a99e8bd23 Mrs.Purple 2007-02-21T17:56:59Z http://do-it-yourself.tribe.net/thread/5f38487c-a687-4a62-8452-2e9e94d18f8e#d9d55e9b-8e35-4b44-98d8-6cc8fc840169 There is soooo much available online to make your own, natural shampoo, you just have to sift through it. This site looked good to me: http://www.pioneerthinking.com/hair.html I totally agree with paula, BEWARE of the smell (stink!) when you don't use shampoo at all. My teenager tends to skip washing his hair (even when he takes a shower) and I can always smell it, especially when we are in the car together. Wed, 21 Feb 2007 17:48:01 GMT http://do-it-yourself.tribe.net/thread/5f38487c-a687-4a62-8452-2e9e94d18f8e#d9d55e9b-8e35-4b44-98d8-6cc8fc840169 Nic 2007-02-21T17:48:01Z http://do-it-yourself.tribe.net/thread/5f38487c-a687-4a62-8452-2e9e94d18f8e#f49e92ef-083c-4f9d-b624-143671c36fdb Then there is always the option of very short or even no hair ? Fri, 16 Feb 2007 03:53:44 GMT http://do-it-yourself.tribe.net/thread/5f38487c-a687-4a62-8452-2e9e94d18f8e#f49e92ef-083c-4f9d-b624-143671c36fdb The Prince of Reavers 2007-02-16T03:53:44Z http://do-it-yourself.tribe.net/thread/5f38487c-a687-4a62-8452-2e9e94d18f8e#a495951e-f22c-49d2-ad6e-1cc4ea932d30 Clean sand or mud Fri, 16 Feb 2007 03:50:21 GMT http://do-it-yourself.tribe.net/thread/5f38487c-a687-4a62-8452-2e9e94d18f8e#a495951e-f22c-49d2-ad6e-1cc4ea932d30 The Prince of Reavers 2007-02-16T03:50:21Z http://do-it-yourself.tribe.net/thread/5f38487c-a687-4a62-8452-2e9e94d18f8e#1094697f-a7e6-4639-9016-99b9bc14c8b6 Diluted Dr. Bronners or theres some other stuff that's biocompatible, but I can't remember it's name. Fri, 16 Feb 2007 03:32:31 GMT http://do-it-yourself.tribe.net/thread/5f38487c-a687-4a62-8452-2e9e94d18f8e#1094697f-a7e6-4639-9016-99b9bc14c8b6 $item.owner.firstName 2007-02-16T03:32:31Z http://do-it-yourself.tribe.net/thread/5f38487c-a687-4a62-8452-2e9e94d18f8e#8f599b04-6c2d-4615-bf85-e7b0cdb99fde I use Chamomile Shampoo. It works great and does not have any weird crap in it. I got it here https://www.marketamerica.com/kaehler/index.cfm?action=shopping.wpGoShopProducts&storeID=12&cat1ID=USA11302&cat2ID=USA21335 Thu, 15 Feb 2007 06:46:09 GMT http://do-it-yourself.tribe.net/thread/5f38487c-a687-4a62-8452-2e9e94d18f8e#8f599b04-6c2d-4615-bf85-e7b0cdb99fde $item.owner.firstName 2007-02-15T06:46:09Z http://do-it-yourself.tribe.net/thread/5f38487c-a687-4a62-8452-2e9e94d18f8e#7434ddff-37d6-463b-a8ab-cfdbae05e844 "1 Tablespoon baking soda "1 cup warm water "Combine above ingredients in a spray bottle and shake. "Wet, condition, and blot-dry hair. "Spray with mixture. "Allow to sit for a minute or so, then rinse with cool water. "Blot dry again, "style" as usual. "The baking soda will remove dirt buildup and leave your hair feeling shiny and clean." ******************************************************************************************************** "1-3 teaspoons olive, peanut, or sweet almond oil (depends on length and/or thickness of your hair) "2-4 drops pure lavender essential oil "Combine oils and apply to the ends of your hair. "Wrap hair with clear plastic wrap and leave on for 30 minutes. "Rinse thoroughly with 'Lemon Aid' (juice of 1 large lemon with your usual amount of conditioner) "A revitalizing oil treatment that nourishes the ends of your hair. It's especially useful in winter, when hair constantly rubs up against wool and other heavy fabrics." Both recipes excerpted from "Curly Girls" by Lorraine Massey. Wed, 14 Feb 2007 05:29:52 GMT http://do-it-yourself.tribe.net/thread/5f38487c-a687-4a62-8452-2e9e94d18f8e#7434ddff-37d6-463b-a8ab-cfdbae05e844 PatR aka Naleilehua 2007-02-14T05:29:52Z http://do-it-yourself.tribe.net/thread/5f38487c-a687-4a62-8452-2e9e94d18f8e#8fcc350d-78f9-4932-b485-546160158f85 Your average bar soap is no more natural or filled with goodness than your average shampoo, plus bar soap will dry your hair and scalp and do your hair no justice. Of course the marketing of shampoo is all hype. It is artificial product differentiation. That's an economics term that describes attempts to cause consumers to think nearly identical products are unique and superior. Shampoo is a form of soap that is well suited to washing your hair. All you need is a mild, basic shampoo. And that does not mean baby shampoo. Baby Shampoo is very harsh, I have heard. If you are sensitive to perfumes and dyes and all that crap, get a natural shampoo. Maybe Dr. Bonner makes one. You can dilute Dr. Bonner's brand of pure natural liquid soaps and wash your hair with that if you want. If you want to pay extra for wheat germ oil and rare essence of jojoba or what not in your shampoo, hey, life's short, and if it makes you feel sexy and gives you an orgasim to use that shampoo, just like they show on the commercial, go for it! I think your hair will benefit a lot more from eating wheat germ than putting it on your hair, but again, life is too short to eat wheat germ! Tue, 13 Feb 2007 03:48:21 GMT http://do-it-yourself.tribe.net/thread/5f38487c-a687-4a62-8452-2e9e94d18f8e#8fcc350d-78f9-4932-b485-546160158f85 $item.owner.firstName 2007-02-13T03:48:21Z http://do-it-yourself.tribe.net/thread/5f38487c-a687-4a62-8452-2e9e94d18f8e#d769dbc6-9df1-448d-8d91-efe7e3a4c999 You can also just use conditioner EVERYDAY. It has emulsifiers to help break up the oils in you hair. If this is not enough, the baking soda first sounds like a good idea. Beware, my brother stopped using shampoo, and really started to smell like sour milk. It was pretty gross. You might want an honest friend to work with you on this one. Tue, 13 Feb 2007 00:32:20 GMT http://do-it-yourself.tribe.net/thread/5f38487c-a687-4a62-8452-2e9e94d18f8e#d769dbc6-9df1-448d-8d91-efe7e3a4c999 Capitana Paula 2007-02-13T00:32:20Z http://do-it-yourself.tribe.net/thread/5f38487c-a687-4a62-8452-2e9e94d18f8e#738ae60d-a807-41fc-a1ac-548c8d501831 Hmmmm, Make your own soap for the first time, then put it on your hair ? Does baldness run in your family ? Tue, 13 Feb 2007 00:21:13 GMT http://do-it-yourself.tribe.net/thread/5f38487c-a687-4a62-8452-2e9e94d18f8e#738ae60d-a807-41fc-a1ac-548c8d501831 Dan 2007-02-13T00:21:13Z http://do-it-yourself.tribe.net/thread/5f38487c-a687-4a62-8452-2e9e94d18f8e#1e59c759-756a-4faf-b023-b99d03e60e3f soap? Mon, 12 Feb 2007 23:47:58 GMT http://do-it-yourself.tribe.net/thread/5f38487c-a687-4a62-8452-2e9e94d18f8e#1e59c759-756a-4faf-b023-b99d03e60e3f ALLAH God of all 2007-02-12T23:47:58Z http://do-it-yourself.tribe.net/thread/5f38487c-a687-4a62-8452-2e9e94d18f8e#0328f95a-0c9f-4291-b5aa-91a9f98a811a Actually, water is the best solvent you can use to wash with. I'd give making my own a try. It sounds like it may be what you're looking for. Mon, 12 Feb 2007 21:04:02 GMT http://do-it-yourself.tribe.net/thread/5f38487c-a687-4a62-8452-2e9e94d18f8e#0328f95a-0c9f-4291-b5aa-91a9f98a811a Thalia 2007-02-12T21:04:02Z http://do-it-yourself.tribe.net/thread/5f38487c-a687-4a62-8452-2e9e94d18f8e#47b79715-99de-4e11-aa92-0ab80a719671 I've used a baking soda solution, with good results. Dissolve 1 tablespoon of baking soda in 1 cup of warm water. Wet your hair, then pour the solution over your head, working it into the hair with your fingers. Rinse. That's it. The alkalinity of the baking soda causes the hair shafts to open up, releasing trapped dirt and oils. You can use a mild vinegar rinse after you're done with the baking soda to close them again, which will make your hair look shiny, but some people with oily hair (like me) find that a vinegar rinse makes their hair get oily-looking again in no time. Mon, 12 Feb 2007 20:51:54 GMT http://do-it-yourself.tribe.net/thread/5f38487c-a687-4a62-8452-2e9e94d18f8e#47b79715-99de-4e11-aa92-0ab80a719671 Julian 2007-02-12T20:51:54Z http://do-it-yourself.tribe.net/thread/5f38487c-a687-4a62-8452-2e9e94d18f8e#eaf71359-6515-4007-b8bd-0d3b0dbe73c0 Straight baking soda is great for cutting the grease. Just pour some in your hand and rub it into your scalp. Easy. Don't know whether it'd be a good idea for people with skin issues... it may be too drying. Mon, 12 Feb 2007 15:44:52 GMT http://do-it-yourself.tribe.net/thread/5f38487c-a687-4a62-8452-2e9e94d18f8e#eaf71359-6515-4007-b8bd-0d3b0dbe73c0 fixit fox 2007-02-12T15:44:52Z http://do-it-yourself.tribe.net/thread/5f38487c-a687-4a62-8452-2e9e94d18f8e#81a98ff4-448b-4283-98e6-928c305c1b26 yeah i agree with you, its all hype.. and in my punk days I didnt use any shampoo either. but vanity took over, and i started to wash my very very long hair once in a while with body shop banana shampoo, condotioning with raw egg yolk, rinsing with cold black tea. I used indian hair oil (its a lightweight, jasmin scented oil you can buy in any shop with indian spices and products),which you rub in and leave in to condition, shine, and if combed and reapplied regularly would also clean but: short hair will look like a slick teddy boy's,- probably not the look you are going for so I would try the vinegar to wash or rinse, and if you can get hold of the wash nuts (I think they are wonderful!- and help the indian small farmers, since its still only grown in small projects) that would be best. (make sure you get the shelled ones, sitting in the shower with a nut cracker seems a little inconvenient) good luck! jana Mon, 12 Feb 2007 01:23:22 GMT http://do-it-yourself.tribe.net/thread/5f38487c-a687-4a62-8452-2e9e94d18f8e#81a98ff4-448b-4283-98e6-928c305c1b26 Mrs.Purple 2007-02-12T01:23:22Z http://do-it-yourself.tribe.net/thread/5f38487c-a687-4a62-8452-2e9e94d18f8e#c02efc60-b20b-42b6-b1cd-9dd798c7b8db yes it does help thank you, i'm not too sure exactly i'm trying to avoid either, shampoo comercials kinda piss me off.. i think, i guess i just dont find it necessary. also it think products such as Herbal Essance are all hype and there organic brands are probally just the product from a raped rainforest. I would like to make my own shampoo in the long run and grow my own herbs for it. Thanks again fir the hot tips. Mon, 12 Feb 2007 01:07:43 GMT http://do-it-yourself.tribe.net/thread/5f38487c-a687-4a62-8452-2e9e94d18f8e#c02efc60-b20b-42b6-b1cd-9dd798c7b8db James 2007-02-12T01:07:43Z http://do-it-yourself.tribe.net/thread/5f38487c-a687-4a62-8452-2e9e94d18f8e#6409cb32-5243-4b16-b869-91b3fc817857 Maybe you don't have dandruff. could be psorises. I have it. I don't use anything but unsented, undied soap. Pine tar soap ( Grandpa's brand) works well. but makes my hair a little poofy, I also brush my hair twice a day giving my scalp a good massage, keeping the naturail oils, and blood flowing. Mon, 12 Feb 2007 01:04:16 GMT http://do-it-yourself.tribe.net/thread/5f38487c-a687-4a62-8452-2e9e94d18f8e#6409cb32-5243-4b16-b869-91b3fc817857 Dan 2007-02-12T01:04:16Z http://do-it-yourself.tribe.net/thread/5f38487c-a687-4a62-8452-2e9e94d18f8e#0d026800-9eeb-4409-ac34-95a0d5fe5b54 Hmm,- I am not quite sure as to what exactly you are trying to avoid about "shampoo", so I'll just throw a couple of ideas at ya: I once posted a question in this tribe as to what to do with my wood ash, and someone pointed me to a really cool link where I could learn about making my own soap with it.. (punch in a search within this tribe) or I could suggest getting some indian wash nuts,- indian women have been using them for thousands of years to wash their hair, and clothes incidentally (you need to google that) also black tea is a great rinse for hair, or vinegar does any of this help? Mon, 12 Feb 2007 00:53:21 GMT http://do-it-yourself.tribe.net/thread/5f38487c-a687-4a62-8452-2e9e94d18f8e#0d026800-9eeb-4409-ac34-95a0d5fe5b54 Mrs.Purple 2007-02-12T00:53:21Z http://do-it-yourself.tribe.net/thread/5f38487c-a687-4a62-8452-2e9e94d18f8e#00cebdfc-9252-46b0-ae03-ff61343019a9 Hello all, I was wondering if anyone out there knows of a homemade shampoo substitute? i haven't used shapoo for seven months now, but sometimes the natural oils just dont cut it. So i use a soap now and again which drys out the ole scalp and dandruff ensues. I found natural soaps lessen the effect. but still i'm lookin for options. i heard oilve oil massaged into the scalp hepls but i also heard that it needs to be shampooed out... so that kinda sucks. Thanks y'all - James Mon, 12 Feb 2007 00:44:09 GMT http://do-it-yourself.tribe.net/thread/5f38487c-a687-4a62-8452-2e9e94d18f8e#00cebdfc-9252-46b0-ae03-ff61343019a9 James 2007-02-12T00:44:09Z