How Do I Get This Gunk Off Of My Scalp!?!?

**detshorty05** · 02-24-2006, 12:57 AM

I have braids in right now. Despite keeping products to a minimum and shampooing with diluted shampoo every two weeks and using an african pride braid spray on the braids only, I am left with this crazy grey buildup all over my scalp. No matter how much I wash my braids, it won't come out!!

What techniques would you all recommend (for washing my hair) for when I take down my braids tomorrow?

detshorty05

Edited for clarification.

**natitwists** · 02-24-2006, 02:58 AM

I think clarifying(ACV rinse) and using a scalp scrubber will really help with the buildup

**NappilyEvahAftah** · 02-24-2006, 04:02 AM

Dilute a "clarifying shampoo", like Origin's No Deposit, and add about a teaspoon of baking soda.

**lwill38** · 02-24-2006, 05:47 AM

a clarifying shampoo

**Napia Mia** · 02-24-2006, 07:45 AM

Here's my two cents...Clarifying shampoo. Sorry couldn't resist!

**MissThing606** · 02-24-2006, 11:15 AM

how about baking soda :dunno:

**jenoy** · 02-24-2006, 01:34 PM

how about baking soda
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This works for me when I go overboard with my shea butter and coconut oil :wub:

You only need about a teaspoon diluted with water or mix it with your shampoo. Only use the tips of your fingers please and not your nails.

**Venetter** · 02-24-2006, 01:50 PM

another one for clarifying shampoo.
I had build up once and tried acv, baking soda, castille soap, etc. - all separately! :P

Nothing worked 'til I tried regular old fashioned shampoo.