Another mac jerry g method DIY detox nightmare story

Looking for information on mac methode hair detox? 

 

I get these a couple times a week but wanted to share this as they had actual level to report from these random item home remedy desperation attempts . 

 

 Head shop shampoo

The person was using meth at 4-6 grams a month .

They originally tried a detox SHAMPOO from the head shop,   so results came back at over 6000 pg /mg  WOW !  

 WHY ? because shampoos are just SHAMPOO   they said 4 to 6 gram and results said 6000pg which is average at 6 GRAMS  so it did NOTHING 

Now comes the desperation and typical surfing the WEB for advise from all the NOT SO EDUCATED  legion of people who think putting out this dangerous info is in anyway helping people. 

The following is cut directly from their consultation 

Started in October Detox from head shop n took hair follicle for court- Failed with meth levels at 6,000 for a 6 month test and also amphetamines.... (I had also been taking Pain Killers and this did not show in my results) not a extended panel 

I stopped using Meth at the beginning of December for over 2 weeks but started back using for a week before test that i had at the end of December. 

I Cut My Hair to right under ear length and then I did Hair Detox from head shop again and

Also home remedy treatments with tide and facial cleanse , then  dying hair etc  and  then more hair detox from shop. I even poured Straight Bleach on my head and Cried for 10 minutes while it set my scalp on fire. 

Also did the salon bleach treatment then dyed hair and Restripped hair again with another bleach kit and washed once More with Detox shampoo after. 

Then I went for My test at the end of December, This was All So Rough on my head that it left blisters n sores on my scalp! After All this trouble I went in for a personal test and still failed with levels of Meth at 1,000pg for a 3 month hair test!

SO MULTIPLE bleaching,   dying, striping  and  shampoos even clorox  ( Sodium hypochlorite ) and result was a % 17  reduction  

All this probably costing easy over 200 all to blister your head? 

Only needed a single set of Hair Razor (actually a 40.00 Half set if hair is short )

Still think unknown know it all on the web are who you should be listening to ?  

before you go down that road get a Hair Razor detox consultation so your individual use can be assessed and a safe treatment can be suggested  

The Myth of Propylene Glycol Hair Detox

Propylene glycol is in every commercial shampoo like Aloe Rid and Does nothing for hair detox 

The belief that propylene glycol can detox hair or remove drug metabolites is a long-standing internet myth. While propylene glycol is commonly used in shampoos, cosmetics, and pharmaceuticals, it functions only as a wetting agent and solvent—not a chemical capable of breaking down drug metabolites in hair.

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What Is Propylene Glycol?

Propylene Glycol is a clear, colorless, hygroscopic liquid widely used across many industries.

Common uses include:

• Solvent in pharmaceutical medications

• Ingredient in cosmetics and shampoos

• Moisture-retaining agent in food products

• Component in aircraft de-icing fluids

• Low-toxicity alternative to ethylene glycol antifreeze

Because it is chemically stable and safe for topical use, propylene glycol appears in many personal care products—including certain detox shampoos.

But none of these uses involve breaking down drug metabolites.

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What Propylene Glycol Actually Does in Shampoo

In cosmetic formulations, propylene glycol acts primarily as:

• A wetting agent

• A solvent

• A humectant that helps retain moisture

As a wetting agent, it lowers the surface tension of liquids, helping ingredients spread evenly through hair and skin.

That is its entire role.

It does not chemically react with drug metabolites, and it does not dissolve substances embedded inside the hair shaft.

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How the Propylene Glycol Detox Myth Started

The myth appears to have originated when online forums began analyzing ingredient lists from detox shampoos such as Nexxus Aloe Rid.

Some internet “experts” noticed propylene glycol on the ingredient list and assumed it must be the key detox ingredient.

This assumption spread quickly through forums and DIY detox guides, eventually becoming accepted as fact—despite having no scientific support.

In reality, propylene glycol appears in thousands of cosmetic products, most of which have nothing to do with drug testing.

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Why Paying for “Propylene Glycol Detox Shampoo” Makes No Sense

If propylene glycol were truly the secret ingredient for hair detox, then the solution would be simple.

You could purchase a bottle of propylene glycol itself for just a few dollars from many retailers. Yet detox shampoos containing it are often sold for $100 or more.

The price difference highlights the real driver behind the myth: marketing, not chemistry.

The presence of propylene glycol in a shampoo does not make it capable of removing drug metabolites from hair.

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Why Many Online Success Stories Are Misleading

Another reason the myth persists is because of misinterpreted test results.

Hair drug tests measure metabolites such as those from THC, which do not always incorporate strongly into hair.

Factors that affect detection include:

• Frequency of drug use

• Body composition

• Hair growth rate

• Individual metabolism

For example, one-time or very occasional cannabis use often does not produce strong hair concentrations. Someone in this situation may believe a shampoo worked—even though they were already below the detection threshold.

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The Reality of Hair Drug Testing

Drug metabolites become incorporated into hair through the bloodstream as hair grows. Once embedded inside the hair structure, removing them requires specific chemical processes, not simply washing the outside of the hair.

Standard shampoos—regardless of price or marketing claims—primarily clean the outer surface of hair.

They do not reach deep enough to reliably remove metabolites that have already formed within the hair shaft.

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Key Takeaway

The idea that propylene glycol detoxifies hair is based on a misunderstanding of cosmetic chemistry.

Propylene glycol is simply a wetting agent used to help ingredients spread evenly in shampoos and other products. It has no known chemical ability to destroy or remove drug metabolites from hair, despite widespread claims found in online detox guides.

 

Why Commercial “Detox Shampoos” Don’t Remove Drug Metabolites

 

Commercial detox shampoos—including “Aloe Rid style” products and knock-offs—do not chemically destroy drug metabolites in hair. Most claims rely on outdated marketing myths rather than real chemistry or laboratory science.

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The Reality of Hair Drug Metabolites

Hair drug tests work because drug metabolites become embedded inside the hair shaft as hair grows. Once incorporated, these compounds are difficult to remove without specific chemical treatments designed for the metabolite involved.

This is why a standard cosmetic shampoo—even one marketed as a detox product—cannot reliably remove metabolites from inside the hair structure.

Many detox shampoos are simply commercial cosmetic products marketed with exaggerated claims rather than scientifically supported treatment processes.

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The Propylene Glycol Myth

One of the longest-running marketing myths in the detox shampoo industry involves Propylene Glycol.

Some sellers claim that:

• “Old formulas” contained higher levels of propylene glycol

• Propylene glycol helps remove drug metabolites

• Their shampoo replicates this supposed formula

These claims are misleading.

In reality, propylene glycol is simply a wetting agent and solvent used in many cosmetic products. Its role is to help ingredients spread through hair and skin, not to break down drug metabolites.

It does not chemically destroy or remove drug metabolites from hair.

When a seller heavily promotes propylene glycol as the key ingredient, it usually indicates marketing rather than chemistry.

More on propylene glycol  and what its really used for   

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“Old Formula” Marketing Tricks

Another common tactic is claiming to sell an “old formula” detox shampoo.

This claim is often tied to the propylene glycol myth and is designed to make buyers believe the product is similar to earlier versions of detox shampoos such as Nexxus Aloe Rid.

However, if the product is not actually that shampoo, the claim of an “old formula” is usually just a marketing narrative used to create credibility.

 

ALL GREEN ALOE SHAMPOO IS THE SAME FORMULA  

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Different Drugs Require Different Chemistry

Another major problem with detox shampoo claims is that different drugs behave differently in hair.

For example:

• **Methamphetamine metabolites bind differently in hair than

• **THC metabolites

• **Oxycodone metabolites behave differently again

Because of these differences:

• Each metabolite may require different chemical processes

• Treatment effectiveness can vary based on drug type

• Usage history and dosage also matter

• Multiple treatments may be necessary depending on contamination level

A single generic shampoo cannot realistically address all drug metabolites.

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Why Many “Success Stories” Are Misleading

Another issue with detox shampoo claims is the lack of pre-testing.

People often claim they passed a hair drug test using a shampoo or method, but they rarely confirm whether they were actually positive beforehand.

This frequently occurs with low-level cannabis users, because:

• **THC transfers into hair less efficiently than many drugs

• Occasional users may already be below testing cutoffs

• Thin or highly active individuals may show lower metabolite levels

In these cases, someone may believe a shampoo worked when they were never likely to test positive in the first place.

This situation is very different from individuals using heavier drugs or higher doses.

 

REAL REVIEWS From users showing lab results  

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Real Consultation Example

Below is a real consultation example showing that commercial shampoo use did not prevent a positive result.

“Oxycodone 30 mg almost every day for the first 2 months, most recent month 60–90 mg a week.
Recently took a hair follicle test after using an aloe shampoo (old formula) purchased from an Aloe Rid style seller for 7 days, twice daily prior to the test, plus **Zydot Ultra Clean on test day.
I had been clean for 15 days before the test and still tested positive for **Oxycodone with a level of 975 pg/mg.”

Despite multiple shampoo treatments, the metabolite level remained well within the positive range.

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Key Takeaway

Most detox shampoos rely on marketing myths rather than chemistry. Removing drug metabolites from hair is complex and depends on the specific drug, exposure level, and chemical treatment method—not simply washing with a commercial shampoo.

 

What im posting here is going to be a ongoing place for readers to post how they got scammed by various aloe shampoo peddlers .

 9-3-2021 PEOPLE STILL BEING TRICKED TO THINK THEY ARE BUYING ALOE RID 

 

EXAMPLE RECENT EMAIL PEOPLE STILL FALLING FOR MARKETED CONFUSION  

 I have attached a copy of my order confirmation from test clear.  I spent over $200 on aloe rid and it did not work.    I failed it.  

I saw something on your website that you would make a deal if someone can prove that we tried aloe rid.

Please see attached document.  I’m trying to get as much money together so I can order a half set, so any deal or discount I can get would be much appreciated.

Thanks,

Jacey  

NOTICE HOW THIS PERSON SAID I ORDERED ALOE RID ?  THIS IS WHAT I MEAN THAT COMPANY DOES NOT SELL ALOE RID NOT THAT IT MATTERS ALOE RID IS JUST COMMERCIAL SHAMPOO

This company is deceiving you making you believe you are buying aloe rid by nexxus well,... nexxus stopped making aloe rid in 2005 !  you can sue these people for that damage of the deception  

they are trying to su me for exposing them   and they are going to fail  just like tier bullshit scampoo

 

ENFORCEMENT AND RECOVERY OF FEES AND COSTS

"As noted by the case referenced above, action can be taken by a person who believes they have been a victim of deceptive trade practices.   Those actions include bringing a claim which states that an action may be brought by any person who is a victim of consumer fraud, including a “deceptive trade practice as defined ...

 provides that if the claimant is the prevailing party the Court shall award any damages the claimant has sustained, any equitable relief that the court deems appropriate, and the claimant’s costs in the action, including reasonable attorney’s fees.

 IM BETTING THERE ARE THOUSANDS WHO SPEND HUNDREDS ON A COUNTERFEIT PRODUCT 

Crating and filing a motion against these people is easy to do you can find the information online , type it up and serve it 

The other day i was doing a Hair Razor Detox consultation  and was told the following statement

.........I'm hurting financially pretty bad I got duped at *******(reviewer censored by editor so as not to hurt aloe rid knockoff promoter  )

Paid for 2 bottles of aloe shampoo  and the zydot and 130.00 for Saturday morning delivery when I didn't realize I could put the test off It NEVER came . He never sent tracking and said he would refund me. It's been a couple weeks with no info from him at all.

Then he emails that he refuses to refund because it's not his fault it got lost. Sounds like he is now scamming people !I had to go through my bank and it'll be a couple weeks before those funds are back in my account :( the guy I believe his name is Daniel but I can double check . 

Oh trust and believe I will be all over every forum complaint board etc

He scammed me out of 700+ dollars , I paid almost 200 of that for delivery alone.

He guaranteed it would be here the next day and then never shipped

He's a terrible human.

Thank you for running such an amazing site and doing consults so people don't waste their time

Sent from my iPhone

 

" Used the Aloe Rid shampoo formula 10 times and Zydot ultra clean once, Still failed hair test . See hair confirm test results below " 

• AnonymousSeptember 26, 2017 at 6:42 PM

We ordered off EBay. It was $110 and had "correct" barcode bla bla bla. It was "eBay insured" so we got our money back. They issued us a fake tracking # and never got a response back from seller when we asked about the status of our order. I then googled "nexus aloe rid barcode scam" and realized we've been scammed, and also found your blog, Blessing in disguise!

ReplyDelete

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AnonymousOctober 10, 2017 at 7:26 PM

NO S _ _ T! WTF?

That is what I thought. But I have bought 12 boxes of Ultra Clean Shampoo & Conditioner + Paul Mitchell #3 Shampoo and Neutrogena T/Sal 3%, due to the fact that the research paper which you referenced - Int.l Journal Of Legal Medicine, showed 36% reduction with one use of Ultra Clean. So - 36% reductions each time and wearing a clean skull cap after each wash and then the final few washes also put on latex gloves, only new combs????????

The fail came from Quest Diagnostics - I requested that my prospective employer request the values of the test results and send to me.

I sent Psychemedics a hair sample off the opposite arm and should have been delivered on 10/06/2017 and hope to get the value of these test results soon.

I will share the test values when if I get them.

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AnonymousNovember 6, 2017 at 10:39 AM

(OMITTED ASSHOLES ALOE RID SCHAMPOO SELLERS )  should be put out of business. $400+ later in Old Style Aloe Ridd, 2 boxes of Zydot shampoo + treatment, and expedited shipping, I still FAILED my hair follicle test with THC levels of 12 pg/mg, which the Hair Razor consultant says is a lot for THC. I am so disgusted with (OMITTED ASSHOLES ALOE RID SCHAMPOO SELLERS )  MULTIPLE assurances to me that their products would help a heavy user of THC pass a hair test, but I am even more disgusted with myself for thinking Aloe Ridd was the way to go and not researching harder to find Hair Razor with more time to spare before my test. I'm now scrambling to finish enough Hair Razor treatments before my test when I could have had weeks to prepare. (OMITTED ASSHOLES ALOE RID SCHAMPOO SELLERS )  is a complete joke, Aloe Ridd + Zydot is a useless method for heavy THC levels, and I should have known something was up because (OMITTED ASSHOLES ALOE RID SCHAMPOO SELLERS )  only lists 28 reviews for Aloe Ridd on their site as opposed to Hair Razor which lists many more from throughout years. Don't fall for (OMITTED ASSHOLES ALOE RID SCHAMPOO SELLERS )  bullshit like I did.

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AnonymousJanuary 4, 2018 at 10:02 AM

Hi just wanted to update you on my hair test.

I failed my first hair follicle test that I had done on 12/4/16 after doing 10
macujo treatments and the zygot right before going to the lab.

Then did the PDT 90 self test after doing 3 jerry G treatments basically mac method thing with
bleaching and re-dye 3x. Also failed for thc.

Then found Hair Razor Detox
did two hair razor detox treatments of the 13 recommended before hair started to melt off ( didnt divulge i used bleach or as they told me later they normally wouldnt sell it to me ) .

Sent 3rd self hair test out after this got results back yesterday passed negative for thc.

I'm thinking it was the razor detox since I failed twice doing the other methods.

Wish I had found this product first before destroying my hair.

Sent from my iPhone

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danielleApril 28, 2018 at 5:36 PM

hello I bought the (omitted name of schampoo  )  shampoo and ultra clean, it was expensive even the shipping was costly, did 20 treatments prior to test day. I read all the comments on the (OMITTED ASSHOLES ALOE RID SCHAMPOO SELLERS )  site and had convinced myself id pass, I was a light user with maybe 2 grams a month and clean for week and half. test came back positive for marijuana, testing at 0.6. tried to put review on there site it wont post so I'm not convinced the fake reviews to get others to believe and buy. don't waste your money!

Mac Method Hair Detox Explained & Exposed

method

[meth-uh d]

noun

orderly or systematic arrangement, sequence, or the like.

 

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The Truth About the "Macujo Method" and Other Hair Detox Myths

Introduction: When Pseudoscience Meets Shampoo Marketing

Recently, I came across yet another post promoting a so-called hair detox treatment called the “Mac Method.” The author proudly listed random household and acne products — and, believe it or not, even suggested using Spic and Span. It’s amusing how every few years, this method reappears, slightly modified, with new buzzwords or ingredients.

Welcome to the internet, where people try desperately to appear smarter than they are. One self-proclaimed expert lists random ingredients and calls it a “method,” while another tweaks the recipe to seem original, creating a never-ending cycle of misinformation. Some “purists” even defend the “one true version” of this nonsense — and yes, they deserve special mention for preserving absurdity online.

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What Is the “Macujo” (or “Mac”) Method Supposed to Be?

Search Google and you’ll find endless variations of this home “detox” recipe under names like Macujo, Maccujo, McCujo, Maccogo, or the Mac Method. There’s even the infamous Jerry G Method, which adds bleach and hair dye into the mix (because apparently, bleach makes everything more scientific).

All these so-called methods have one thing in common: they were invented to sell overpriced “detox” shampoos, not to detoxify your hair.

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Common “Mac Method” Variations Found Online

Here’s a small sample from the first page of Google results. You’ll notice that every version changes ingredients but keeps the same nonsense premise:

1. Aloe Rid shampoo (fake version – the real Nexxus Aloe Rid was discontinued in 2005) + Clean & Clear Pink + Tide + Heinz vinegar

2. Folli-Kleen Intense Hair Cleanser + ZYDOT Ultra Clean + Neutrogena T/Sal Shampoo (3% salicylic acid) + Apple cider vinegar + Baking soda

3. Vinegar + Clean & Clear + Tide + Paul Mitchell Shampoo Three + Bleach and Hair Dye

    

   CLINICAL STUDY SHOWS ZYDOT (SAME FORMULA AS ALL GREEN DETOX SHAMPOOS) IS NO BETTER THAN HEAD AND SHOULDERS  

If you’re wondering how any of these combinations could “scientifically” remove THC or drug metabolites from hair, the answer is simple — they can’t.

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The Original “Mac” and “Jerry G” Breakdown

Step by Step (and Why It’s All Nonsense):

• Nexxus Aloe Rid (Discontinued): Originally a clarifying shampoo containing EDTA and propylene glycol — neither proven to remove drug residues.

• Tide Detergent: High pH may strip oils but has no detoxifying effect. It’s for clothes, not hair.

• Heinz White Vinegar: Creates acidity, maybe irritation, but not detoxification.

• Clean & Clear Pink / T/Sal Shampoo: Contains 2–3% salicylic acid — too mild to “open” or “break” hair cuticles.

Some posts hilariously claim that vinegar and acne cleanser “open pores” and “crack” the hair to let toxins out. In reality, this would only damage your hair’s structure. Even if propylene glycol (a wetting agent) could “open” the cuticle, nothing about this step actively removes THC metabolites.

In short: the chemical logic isn’t just shaky — it’s nonexistent.

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The Jerry G Variation: Now with Bleach and Damage!

The so-called Jerry G method takes the chaos a step further. It uses random “detox shampoos” (often fake Nexxus or Zydot formulas), combined with hair dye and bleach. Supposedly, the dye opens the hair with ammonia before bleaching removes residues.

Unfortunately, bleach does more than that — it fries your hair. Users often end up shaving their heads after their hair breaks off in clumps. Technicians also flag this kind of over-treated hair during testing. Labs can identify damage under a fluoroscope or methylene blue stain, meaning you’ll likely fail due to “insufficient hair” or “adulteration.”

Any site that promotes using 20–40 volume bleach to “pass” a test is not only misinformed — it’s being dangerously irresponsible.

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Why the “Methods” Don’t Work

Every claimed ingredient — vinegar, Tide, baking soda, detergent, or shampoo — gets labeled as something that “opens the hair shaft.” Even if true, opening hair does nothing by itself. What matters is what penetrates afterward and actually breaks down metabolites, which none of these ingredients do.

These routines are pseudoscience at best and self-inflicted hair damage at worst.

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What the Science Actually Says

Reliable studies show that THC does not easily bind to hair unless you are a regular, heavy user with low overall metabolism or physical activity. Most casual users who “passed” after using detox shampoos likely would have passed anyway.

A 2022 clinical study comparing Zydot Ultra Clean and Head & Shoulders found no statistically significant improvement with “detox” shampoos — both reduced THC by about 52% on average, but these differences were not meaningful.

That means the supposed detox products are performing no better than ordinary store-brand clarifying shampoos.

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A Smarter (and Evidence-Based) Alternative

With most over-the-counter “detox” kits costing more than $150 and offering nothing beyond placebo value, a more effective and controlled option exists: Hair Razor Detox.

The Hair Razor Detox system uses targeted cleansing agents that are stronger, safer, and scientifically formulated to minimize scalp irritation. A complete 20-treatment set costs just $80, making it far more affordable than ineffective “DIY” concoctions.

Professional consultants analyze your personal situation — including substances used, timing, and usage frequency — to recommend the right number of treatments for you. This personalized approach works better than generic “methods” circulating online because it’s matched to real data, not guesswork.

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Final Thoughts: Stop Falling for “Scampoo Science”

The endless variations of the Macujo, Jerry G, and other “detox” myths exist solely to sell expensive bottles of glorified clarifying shampoo. Don’t waste your time or your hair trying download-era recipes from internet forums.

If you truly want a method that makes sense, stick with science — not someone’s kitchen experiment.

 

 

HAIR RAZOR FOLLICLE DETOX