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Does anyone here use a scrub brush for washing?

Dread Maintenance

I read somewhere  that using fingernails to scrub dandruff is bad for your scalp, and finger tips don't always get the job done...

Does anyone here use a scrub brush for washing?

Dread Maintenance

Something like this:  https://smile.amazon.com/gp/product/B00VAPP48M/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o02_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Is it bad for dreads, or cause more loose hairs than using fingers only? 

Flax gel vs aloe vera

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What are the pros and cons and useages of each?

Can't get scalp clean

Dread Maintenance

ugg I hate cold water, but that makes since why the pool worked so well it was definitely on the chilly side. 

Can't get scalp clean

Dread Maintenance

Just like the title says can't seem to get my scalp clean.  Within 1 day of washing it is itching and starts to get oily.  I wash every 3-4 days using vicki's liquid tea tree shampoo. I have started to try ACV rinces/soaks before washing, but have only done that once so may need more time to work. I wear hats a lot which may contribute to it. I have thought about using a scalp brush like this 

https://smile.amazon.com/dp/B003H7DCYY/ref=sxr_pa_click_within_right_3?pf_rd_m=ATVPDKIKX0DER&pf_rd_p=2329824862&pf_rd_r=ZM75RV5VN8HDXPMEQ5YK&pd_rd_wg=KKaZR&pf_rd_s=desktop-rhs-carousels&pf_rd_t=301&pd_rd_w=y6P83&pf_rd_i=scalp+exfoliator&pd_rd_r=2RKNWZPBRZ81QFRCZCX0&psc=1&smid=AYSI9CNL93O4X 

but not sure if it would help. The one week I had a great scalp was after swimming ini a chlorinated pool, for 5 days after my scalp was awsome. I may just need to go to the pool every week lol.  

Shampoo Questions

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https://smile.amazon.com/Moisture-African-Black-Cleansing-Shampoo/dp/B0038U4TQU/ref=sr_1_1_a_it?ie=UTF8&qid=1476201267&sr=8-1&keywords=Shea+Moisture+Deep+Cleansing+Shampoo

is what I was referring to

Shampoo Questions

Dread Products

Do you have a Target near by?  I have heard their California Baby lavender and tea tree is good, you have to get it from the baby department.  If you have a whole foods, earth fare, or fresh thyme they will usually have Avalon organics clarifying, of the Shea moisture African black soap deep clean shampoo which also works.  

How to use Vicki's just for dreads shampoo

Dread Maintenance

I just used the tea tree shampoo for the first time.  It seams like it does not suds up very much. I came from using castile soap which suds up a lot.  Am I not using enough? It seams like it got the hair clean but not enough of the product was able to reach the scalp. Any tips? 

Old dog, new tricks

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Oh is it still OK as a monthly deep cleanse soak? Or would dish soap be more gentle?  

Does strong Wind help or hinder locking?

Dreading Methods

Does the wind from riding in a car with the windows down help locks due to the movement, or hurt them due to pulling hairs out?  Windows up or down?