Baking soda is a base (with a pH of 9.5) that reacts with acidic ingredients like vinegar, lemon juice, buttermilk, and cream of tartar to produce carbon dioxide.

Baking soda might shine your locks up at first, but over time it’ll cause frizz, tangles, and breaks. Read more about why you should avoid using a baking soda shampoo .

If you’re considering using baking soda to address your dandruff, talk to a doctor before starting any new treatment. A doctor can suggest the right treatment plan for you based on your symptoms ...

In the meantime, here are 10 things you didn’t know you could clean with baking soda, and save you time. Plus, here's what happened when our Homes writer cleaned her home with lemons .