How to Fix Sticky / Greasy Doll Hair - Three Methods Tested for adult collectors

[@nanami9689]

My Elissabat had a similar issue, so taking my cue from your tutorial I came up with my own method, since goo gone is not available in my country. I washed her hair with anti-dandruff shampoo, then soaked the hair in isopropyl alcohol for about 20 minutes. You need to be careful not to get any alcohol on the doll's face, otherwise you'l risk stripping off the paint. Afterwards I rinsed the hair with cold water, washed with dish soap, combed with a doll hair comb under running water and let it air dry. I also though about using simple green as a replacement for goo gone but I was all out. It was a serious improvement so thanks for sharing this!

[@lyckasorlov5735]

I tried the baby powder, and it worked so good! My doll Abby’s hair is so soft now! Thank you!

[@maryedithstricklen9129]

Thank you so much for trying all the techniques. This will really help us restore our original monster high's hair!!!

[@Goth_and_toons]

While your doing that I’ll be restoring my ever after high collection.

[@user-bd9xi7dh6y]

*when I saw operetta's hair after I was like, damn I need goo gone !! xD*

[@aly6876]

ᴘᴀsᴛᴇʟ ᴄʀᴇᴀᴍ lmao 😂😂😂

[@choya8935]

Boil washing isn't usually the best method if you go right to the dolls head because it can heat the glue up and make more leakage happen

[@Staizy79]

kitty softpaws yeah that is right

[@Dev-qi3bv]

I thought the same thing

[@mustkill4914]

it makes hair fall out too

[@Janka007]

Yes, I made that mistake and now I'm struggling to get rid of the glue. :( I read that vinegar works too instead of goo gone, so EAH Cupid is now soaking in a cup of vinegar. :D Update in 2 hours.

[@Janka007]

Actually it didn't work, so I think I will go for the goo gone. :(

[@piperadams2571]

Great methods and very helpful! Although in my experience i would never boil wash any dolls hair, as it can make the glue seepage issue sooooo much worse and actually start it for dolls that don't currently have it. With very early monster high dolls I've even seen the hair melt from boil washing without the water even being that warm... Food for thought!!

[@Scotty-Z70]

great video. Thanks for making a video that's not just music and that doesn't have a cringey voice talking to 3 year olds. I had to suffer through half a dozen videos to find your video.

[@princess0293]

I discovered accidently the best way to get the sticky greasy feeling out: hair grease! Like petroleum based cheap hair grease (Blue Magic). My niece put some in one of my dolls I didn't like because her hair was greasy. I washed it out after she left with dish detergent and now the doll's hair is silky smooth!

[@heymynameisel]

PalmettoPrincess I tried this and it ruined my dolls hair Thanks

[@r.i.p.x4148]

El Cherry haha

[@dillonkitching6529]

Another method is to put the hair in hot water and after that just use normal hand soap to wash it and while it is still wet put the baby powder on and comb it thoroughly thru and gently rinse the hair with cold water and let it dry I have tried this technic and it works great and it does not dull out the hair color 😊

[@HoneyBeeHappyMe]

Great tip!

[@Hello-dn4he]

Dillon Kitching un

[@moondust6066]

True but it does dull the shine out and you wanna use it on light colored doll hair only

[@HoneyBeeHappyMe]

Check out my new hair care video...I try more methods! kzbin.info/www/bejne/kIinlIOXqdpsq8k

[@donnahanna10565]

Worked for me too, Figured it out by accident. Hated the way the powder looked washed it out and WOW !

[@Drawnonstop_]

After years, I’m finally going through my childhood Barbies and I want to fix the icky hair before I pass them along to another child. This video helped me figure out what I need to do, so thanks so much!!!

[@Sweetearth1958]

I use the Goo Gone method, but I just poor it on the dolls hair and rub it around. Maybe twice. Saves on the amount of Goo Gone you use. Then shampoo twice, the boil wash -- hot water with hair conditioner in it. Let it sit for a while then rinse in cold water. Works GREAT!

[@HoneyBeeHappyMe]

I started using a similar technique with the goo gone kzbin.info/www/bejne/mWqQlayqf6qSpqc

[@Sweetearth1958]

That basically how I do it too. Her hair came out fabulous! I also like the way you used those clips on the straws. I have not tried to curl hair yet, but I have a couple that need it. Thanks for the video.

[@sunnythedrixen2885]

Watches and then looks at Maddie Hatter, Draculaura, and Apple White: YOU THREE ARE GETTING BABY POWDER!!!!!!!!! insert maniacal laughter here 😄😄😄😄😄

[@toastghost7012]

My snowbird draculaura had the exact same problem

[@christinagarcia9353]

*watches method 3* *looks at my Elissabat* girl, you are getting dunked in chemicals

[@jadem1876]

Christina Garcia that’s the same doll I’m having trouble with too lol

[@GalaxiaCreates]

I'm also having the same issue with my Elissa Bat doll

[@vcenzo12]

Mine is elissabat too 😢

[@userlikesramen]

mines my elissabat doll too

[@ScarlettDuchess]

I tried the powder but it didn't work. So I tried turps (mineral turpentine) and poured over the hair. Worked straight away. No more greasy hair. Washed with shampoo and conditioner afterwards.

[@rg1whiteywins598]

Unfortunately the gunk will return because it's the glue inside the head and there's a lot of it. I do OOAK dolls and always need to replace the hair.

[@AkiliClaireAmethyst]

I would NOT take the head off for the goo gone method. That's a sure-fire way to make the hair fall out! The goo gone would get into the head and dissolve all the glue keeping the hair in!

[@HoneyBeeHappyMe]

I’ve been using this method that is working great!!! kzbin.info/www/bejne/mWqQlayqf6qSpqc

[@squidpooty4411]

Oooooh yeah I didn't think bout dat

[@rekaa1977]

Oh my god thank you :3 the baby powder works with flour too..My rochell doll thanked you 😂

[@rekaa1977]

@Adil_06yep

[@kylaackerman1690]

hooooow my Abby is still stickyy :c

[@rekaa1977]

@@kylaackerman1690 it helped my rochelle :(

[@magicamajima4790]

@@rekaa1977 I have to fix up a Rochelle too, finger's crossed

[@amoonnotfound6439]

@@magicamajima4790 did it work?

[@ellaenchanted801]

This is going to help me so much with my Ever After High dolls :)

[@elishanycfille]

Hi and thanks for the tips! I tried something today and so far it looks like it worked. I tried shampoo and conditioner and it was better, but still greasy. I boiled some water, let is sit for 5 minutes, added Dawn free and clear and did two washes. The water turned a bit dark and hope it was the buildup. For the third wash, I added a tbsp of apple cider vinegar to the water. It's good to remove buildup and I use on my own hair. Rinsed well and so far it looks great! Hair is shiny and less greasy! Will add on once it's fully dry.

[@dvasavertik7629]

Bought a bunch of Barbies for my kid and they all had the greasy hair syndrome. I used talcum (baby powder) to get rid of the greasiness, combed it thoroughly and washed it with cold water. It does dull the color but I rinsed it with concentrated fabric softener and washed again, looks like new and combs easy. Thanks BTW, got the powder idea from you.

[@michelineglendinning6298]

Today I used the Goo Gone technique even before seeing it on a video. It just made sense to me especially after I found out the stickiness comes from the glue used on the heads. I did not soak the hair for 2 hours but I did spray it on the hair and left it on for at least a couple of minutes and thoroughly combed it in. Then I washed it out with shampoo. I didn’t think of dishwashing soap. I also sprayed the hair with dry shampoo. That helped too. Next time I might try the cleaner for wigs.

[@lunaandstella825]

Use sticker remover (the stuff that smells like gasoline) and rub it in the hair. Wash it with dish soap afterwards and you will have soft and grease free hair. Guess its the same as Goo gone. Works like a charm

[@CharlenePasion]

Stella and Luna Dolls how long did you let it stay in your dolls hair for? Did you soak it? If so how long?

[@lunaandstella825]

Charlene Pasionek poored it in and soakded it for about a minute. Rubbed it through and then washed it out with a lot of dishwashing soap. Boilwashing actually will make the glue seapage worse btw..

[@missvidabom]

Like mineral spirits?

[@roobee4259]

like WD40?

[@mdafneirais]

Thanks! I recently noticed that my Robecca hair is really greasy and I tried getting it out brushing the hair but I feel it made it worse, I think I’m going to try the baby powder method to solve it

[@HoneyBeeHappyMe]

I have several other videos testing different methods, as well.

[@keg10609]

I tried the goo gone. It worked amazing. I however did use the la’s total glue remover and didn’t have wig shampoo used conditioner instead. And washed out really nicely.

[@urah0e207]

Omg thank you for all this help i love this channel and will continue to love this channel please keep up your amazing work your an idol.

[@guavasy7832]

Thank you for the goo gone one! I have a ghoulia doll and she came with sticky and gooey hair ♥️ 🥰 and the goo gone worked!

[@Purplefox_Chili]

Thank you, I have a collection of dolls, I got a few monster high dolls as a kid from my aunt but was never intrested in the show, since a couple months I do have a special shrine in a more central part of my room for my Ever After High dolls, I have 4 and want to expand the collection, the dolls are like over 5 years old but I've regained intrest and really wanted to fix their hair, I'll be using babypoeder because it's easiest for me thank you❤

[@StrawberrySugarGirls]

This video really helped me fix my Catrine DeMew doll! tysm!

[@blipblop8784]

I really like how the baby powder makes the hair look

[@frankiegalipeau1891]

Oxiclean worked wonders on my dolls hair, funny enough I used that on a rosabella and a draculaura and they were both shown in this video, but the oxiclean worked so well I recommend that method too😊

[@johannaholmgren8088]

Thanks for that suggestion. I have a Barbie with which I have been dealing for months now. I finally found the Goo Gone method (on another channel) and I'm trying that now. If that doesn't work, I'll try the Oxyclean

[@Scotty-Z70]

8:13 hmmm.. would this work on Military Ken? His head is perpetually oily and he doesn't even have rooted hair. It's a shame, too, he's got the nicest smile of any Ken doll ever made, and his head is perpetually oily.

[@HeyItsSarah30]

You also could use furniture polish (if the glue seepage is mild-moderate) For SUPER SUPER bad glue seepage I would say to just stick to goo gone

[@HoneyBeeHappyMe]

I tried furniture polish in another video.

[@HeyItsSarah30]

HoneyBeeHappy Me oh! I just watched it and I have some notes. As far as the furniture polish I recommend using pledge. It’s very thick and foams when you spray it. Also you have to use ALOT (like generously apply it!) and let it sit for 3-4 hrs depending how bad the glue seepage is.Then rinse it out using dish soap. Whatever you used in the video looked really watery and drippy. Furniture polish is usually my go to treatment bc it’s FAR easier to remove than goo gone in my opinion. As for the oxy clean you should use the powdered oxy and mix with warm water, work it through the doll’s head with a comb for a few minutes and then leave it to dunk for about an hr or so. If you do it that way it should also work really well :)

[@EllaKing-mn9gn]

I have a funny story- I set my Kindi Kid doll, Marsha Mellow on the counter top and she fell into a fryer!! Luckily she wasn’t completely damaged, her hair is the only issue. It’s entirely greasy now. Every time I touch it, my fingers still get sticky. I have yet to try one of these methods (I’m leaning towards dish soap method & baby powder method) thanks so much for posting this, I hope it works!!

[@HoneyBeeHappyMe]

Oh dear. I would start with soaking in warm water with Dawn dish soap.

[@hola-munecas]

This gives me hope! I have some Barbies with gross sticky hair 😢 gonna try this next

[@mariasdollworld6850]

Awesome video 👍 TFS.😊I have a doll with sticky hair.

[@HoneyBeeHappyMe]

I’ve tried some other methods since then. kzbin.info/www/bejne/bKjVYWCAab90m7s

[@it_be_me8481]

so I have really bad glue seepage on my gigi grant doll and so i tried the baby powder method and it worked sure. but it just made the hair super staticy so I have to use a dryer sheet on it once or twice a day. I also used it when the doll was wet and used way too much so it turned into cake but it worked in the end. I have to apply it again though which sucks.

[@HoneyBeeHappyMe]

I prefer goo gone. You can check the playlist on my channel for more up to date options.

[@nataliecustodio6491]

If you use burts bees baby Vaseline , witch hazel , and dandruff shampoo and mix them and lets their hair soak in water after it makes it greasy and then you just use water to wash the grease out

[@metalmaria26]

Hey, I have that same Operetta with the same problem. I tried the method you used. It definitely got rid of the sticky feeling but it stained the parts of her head submerged in the goo gone slightly yellow and the plastic of her head is now really hard.

[@HoneyBeeHappyMe]

So weird since I haven’t had that happen. But I have more recently switched to spraying the goo gone on the hair vs soaking the whole head.

[@MickMikkeTV]

#3 is so helpful!! Thank you for this 🙌🏼🤗!

[@Scotty-Z70]

i have a spray-goo gone...wonder if i could spritz it instead of soak?

[@NoraDesmond897]

Thanks. This allows for a forum of techniques plus your video was extremely helpful.

[@brooklyndestiny8068]

OK so I noticed I have a lot of monster high dolls that have that same problem and I’ve noticed that when I trying to wash them and brush them out there was a lot of hair coming out I’m gonna try this method

[@HoneyBeeHappyMe]

I also have an updated video with other methods.

[@empresseida744]

Quick question, what's the main cause behind sticky-greasy doll hair?

[@HoneyBeeHappyMe]

In my experience, it’s glue used to secure the hair that seeps through the hair roots at the base of the hair and spreads from there. Seemed to be prevalent in Mattel dolls made 2010-2015.

[@jadenparker01]

How do you get rid of goo gone smell? I tried it but could still smell after.

[@HoneyBeeHappyMe]

jadenparker01 I washed it four times with dish soap in warm/cool water and then twice with the synthetic hair cleanser and the smell was gone.

[@lilakylalives9326]

Boil washing and downy dunks (from your other video) are mostly used to treat dry frizzy doll hair. That’s why they didn’t work in this. Goo gone is like pretty much the only thing that works I’m told

[@Scotty-Z70]

9:07 IDK...the Baby Powder seemed to make the doll look like she graduated High School and went straight to the Retirement Center.

[@Isasmell08]

Tysm my tiana doll had TONS of product in her hair from her bun thos worked ty!

[@bbb-vb7ne]

so i had the greasing problem for a long time and i want to try the goo gone but the hair product discontinued since i cannot find it anywhere. Any suggestions?

[@privateaccount1278]

once encapsulated by the powder- the oil is easier to remove- so the idea is good- also the Goo gone- is a great product- thanks I just washed one of my Barbies and was completely disappointed when I was unable to get this grease off her hair and then I search the web a nd I found you!

[@RottenMuttAJ]

I have mlp ponies and I use the boil wash method then blow dried it and it got rid of that waxy/greasy feel

[@ShadsayMarie]

The goo gone method worked on my Frankie doll! She didn’t have as much as my Draculaura doll does and I wanted to test it to see if it worked before I did it on her. Sure enough it did, and now she’s currently soaking in it lol

[@HoneyBeeHappyMe]

I’ve also found an alternative to goo gone kzbin.info/www/bejne/bKjVYWCAab90m7s

[@alizayg]

on the last method is there any other synthetic cleanser we can use?

[@HoneyBeeHappyMe]

You could just use dish soap and shampoo to rinse out the Goo Gone. I would also check out my more recent hair fix videos. I have a better method for using goo gone now.

[@waveydibello5266]

I tried the baby powder method on my Raven Queen doll, but it makes her hair gray and looks like she’s rapidly aging lol.

[@amoonnotfound6439]

Are there any other alternatives for goo gone? I'm not sure if my country has goo gone so are there other alternatives??

[@HoneyBeeHappyMe]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/bKjVYWCAab90m7s

[@amoonnotfound6439]

@@HoneyBeeHappyMe thanks!

[@GuinevereDelicrouix]

Can’t seem to find this brand of Synthetic Hair Shampoo. Where did you find it?

[@HoneyBeeHappyMe]

I bought it years ago, I think from Amazon. But really, you could just use dish soap.

[@shaheerakhatun886]

Can i do this on my frankie stein doll?

[@HoneyBeeHappyMe]

I used it on Monster High dolls. The baby powder and Goo Gone methods both worked.

[@Binh-t1r]

I have an Anna doll her hair is sticky and jelly I tried to wash her with water and comb it then that’s not working then I throw her away

[@xoxardnekoxo]

I tried the Goo Gone method, it mostly worked but I still feel some icky stuff in her hair. Is it safe to try it again? I washed her hair out with Dawn Platinum, but I don't have any synthetic hair shampoo, so didn't use it. After the hair dried, I put some regular shampoo in it but it still doesn't feel right compared to other dolls. Should I try again? Thanks!

[@HoneyBeeHappyMe]

You may want to try applying just a little bit to the spots that are still sticky, and only leave it on for 30 minutes or less (see this video: kzbin.info/www/bejne/mWqQlayqf6qSpqc ). You may also want to get a travel size bottle of conditioner to soften the hair afterwards. Or if you have fabric softener, that could work too. I bought some other products to try removing stickiness, but I haven't tested them yet.

[@HoneyBeeHappyMe]

Hey everyone, I just tried some new methods and discovered a good alternative to Goo Gone. Here's the video link: kzbin.info/www/bejne/bKjVYWCAab90m7s

[@B34R566]

Hey can I use corn starch

[@PoisonBear-ms7oq]

i use cornstarch

[@B34R566]

Can I use corn starch for the baby powder one bc I don't own any

[@HoneyBeeHappyMe]

I’ve never tried that.

[@MewGaming02]

i also found that using vim on the hair. and then conditioning it over and over works as well. just mite have to do it a fue times

[@marinacatica]

This was really helpful! Does anyone know of European alternatives to goo gone? Can't find it anywhere on this side of the world

[@tralasong]

I read someplace that simple cooking olive oil will work in place of googone. I tried it on two dolls last night and the stickiness is gone but their hair is stringy. I bet a shampoo will do it.

[@alizayg]

i have monster high dolls and their hair gotten really sticky over the years

[@lourdesdelpadre4070]

Is it necessary to use the synthetic hair shampoo?

[@HoneyBeeHappyMe]

No. You can use regular shampoo.

[@ellyhaerim]

can i use flour as opposed to baby powder?

[@HoneyBeeHappyMe]

Exposure to air and moisture can cause flour to go rancid and smell. They do make cornstarch baby powder now, which is talc free.

[@ellyhaerim]

i see, thank you.

[@CharlenePasion]

Well, my doll was a total loss after trying the Goo Gone method. It swelled my dolls head, and broke right off. 👀😨 well I wasn't expecting that! Obviously I had to throw her away. At least she wasn't an expensive doll. But am disappointed to say the least. The Monster High dolls must have a harder plastic. Oh well. Just if I ever try the Goo Gone again, going to only give it 5 minutes instead, and see if that helps.

[@HoneyBeeHappyMe]

That’s terrible! I haven’t had anything like that happen. But I did also start using a different technique for my dolls that didn’t have as much glue seepage as the Operetta doll in this video. kzbin.info/www/bejne/mWqQlayqf6qSpqc

[@Jeonkookie0T7]

Thank you so much for this video

[@metalzombie6669]

Very helpful...Thank you!!

[@bingusslingus7020]

I have the first release Rochelle Goyle just sitting in my attic because her hair is so gross and greasy I got tired of looking at her. I should clean her up so she can come out again, haha!

[@limutölkki]

Please helpm Baby powder made my monster high dolls hair gorgeus, but it accidently got in her face. So now its always there, even tho I wash it iff it comes back? PLEASE SOMEONE ANSWER TO ME!

[@kimslaughter2096]

Good Gone really works I use it for all my doll's

[@HoneyBeeHappyMe]

I actually found a Goo Gone substitute kzbin.info/www/bejne/bKjVYWCAab90m7s

[@Cfabulous990]

Wd40 is also a great way to remove glue

[@katarektenvald3969]

How hot is the water in the boilwash method?

[@HoneyBeeHappyMe]

Kata Rektenvald I boiled it and then let it cool for only about a minute. So very hot.

[@morbidghoul0759]

Does the shampoo and conditioner matter im scared to ruin their hair

[@HoneyBeeHappyMe]

I’ve used both regular cheap shampoo and conditioner or synthetic hair cleanser.

[@randytharp91]

Cannot tell you how many videos I’ve watched that it sounds like they are saying “glucy bitch” and not glue seepage... hahaha first time I knew what they were saying!

[@HoneyBeeHappyMe]

😂

[@imguce4017]

My monster high dolls hair is falling out. What do I do?

[@HoneyBeeHappyMe]

It could be the glue weakening. Don’t wash in hot water. Cold water only. No harsh chemicals. Only comb gently from ends going up.

[@Very-tired-rat]

now I know what to do on my briar doll which was the whole reason I did this

[@Scotty-Z70]

7:28 all this work makes me think that rerooting is easier.

[@kai_2210]

I was just saying that, do NOT wet already greasy barbie hair.

[@rg1whiteywins598]

Because I am an OOAK addict, I know what the substance is. It's a poor quality glue used in certain Mattel dolls and when you remove the doll's head, you will find huge gobs of waxy sticky glue inside the head. They will continue to seep out through the hair holes in the head, so you can get a temporary fix only. I have had to reroot most of them because the seepage returns quickly. Sorry.

[@roobee4259]

can you use WD40 instead of goo gone instead?

[@HoneyBeeHappyMe]

I’ve not tried that yet. Interesting..... Maybe I should do another video.

[@roobee4259]

HoneyBeeHappy Me yes please!

[@MsShelly3]

Thank you!

[@themasterperson9418]

This only happens to dolls with hair with 2 different colors in there hair that’s how it is with my dolls and all the ones I’ve seen in vids

[@kendallmintz1719]

The master Person no I have ones that have solid color hair and it happened to them.

[@bleak_paradise]

The master Person 3 of my original Ashlyn Ella original EAH dolls have a solid dirty blonde hair color with extreme grease.

[@CloudytheCrybaby]

My spring unsprung cedar wood has 3 hair colors and she has no grease

[@xmelgarryx1883]

Hi my way was, I grabbed a regular hair brush,a small brush, after I grabbed a spray bottle with really cold water, then I sprayed the dolls hair with really cold water like 40 times then I brushes it and I kept doing it over and over again until it had no tangles and yes it did work and ima make a yt channel today cuz I'm doing an all nighter so what will be my channel about will it will be about doll fix,vlogs,skits,all about me,questions, and anything else and I'll show how I fixed my dolls hair

[@Bilgekhannn]

Thanks 💜👍🏻

[@Annie-uo7jj]

Bro baby powder works wdym I just fixed one by doing that

[@joyced4691]

OMG I have actually washed all my dolls hair more than once

[@HoneyBeeHappyMe]

Joyce Tan Did it get rid of the sticky glue?

[@marinaforbes2512]

You can just use a bar of soap to fix the glue

[@HoneyBeeHappyMe]

I tried just soap and rinsing with water before. No success.

[@elleadolls7283]

I think the GooGone method is the last resort if the grease/glue remains. I have to use it for my Robecca Steam doll, too.

[@mizuena.kisses]

twyla and scarah thank you lol

[@marsss.12]

laughs in greasy houleen hair😈😈

[@bilal1704]

If you dip the hair in hot water the dolls hair can fall out so I don't recommend doing that for too long

[@MewGaming02]

wow this happerned to my cupid EAH. glad it wasnt me hahah

[@takoodachii8196]

My doll rosabella beauty is also sticky

[@HoneyBeeHappyMe]

I posted a more recent video with a method to fix sticky hair without goo gone. kzbin.info/www/bejne/bKjVYWCAab90m7s

[@mr.teatea3267]

Wow

[@tdrlegg4628]

You really shouldn't use the boil method because people who repaint dolls boil the hair so that they can easily pull it out, The heat warms up the glue and most likely furthers the glue leakage.

[@elmazing-6209]

My darling Charming doll’s hair is all gross and sticky and stuff and I took out her hair accessories and I took out the rubber bands and stuff and it’s all gross and sticky like I said in the beginning of this comment but yeah Idk

[@HoneyBeeHappyMe]

You could try baby powder or check out my video in which I deal with my Blondie Lockes’ hair.

[@tinalindstrom4373]

Vinegar

[@midnightcircus4701]

When your doll hair get sticky greasy frizzy and all nasty all stuff I had three dolls that it happen to them this what I did to fix you will need : baby shampoo or shampoo isopropyl alcohol or rubbing alcohol and body cleanser this is optional what you wanna do is wet your doll hair and comb it out wash your doll hair with the shampoo the poor some of the alcohol in a bowl or cup and set your doll hair in the alcohol for 5 mins when the 5 minutes are done rinse your doll hair out and wash it again with the cleanser or shampoo let dry and there you go if doll hair is still frizzy spray doll hair with conditioner and water

[@Ennu1981]

Can I use 99% isopropyl alcohol please!?