I
use Fairy to wash the girls hair.
But any mild brand of washing liquid would be just fine.
If you don't have a Steamer
try using a bowl of boiling water and a Towel.
I do hope the pictures and
text help you to achieve a soft and natural look
for your dolls hair. Before I cut and style it, I perm every head of
doll's hair
this way to give a little body to the saran.
I find red fiber seems to be the hardest to curl, while blonde
takes a tighter curl, brunette I find to be the good all rounder.
I
use Fairy to wash the girls hair. 
