Clarifying preferences...

Hey all! I'm getting a little bit o' build up and am wanting to clarify. What CG methods do you find most effective. I'm afraid to do the Baking Soda rinse, because I've heard many people say it killed their curls. I've heard the lemon-aid method didn't do anything. Hmmm....I'm really wanting to perk up my curls. What do you gals use?

I usually use an ACV rinse, but lemon juice in a bit of conditioner works well too. I have never done a baking soda rinse.