Perhaps you were of the opinion that toothpaste usage starts and ends with oral hygiene. True, toothpaste can brighten up your smile, but it also has many household uses that can make you sing like a canary. Here are a few ways you can make this common item work for you.
Jewelry Polish
Toothpaste is a great jewelry polish. Simply apply a little dab on your silver, gold or hard gemstones with a soft brush or cloth. Polish gently, then rinse off and repeat until the dirt and tarnish disappears. You can use toothpaste to scrub away stubborn clothing and carpet stains, too.
Pimple Magic
Toothpaste also dries out and reduces redness on pimples. Just apply a little to the affected area, and depending on how sensitive your skin is, leave it on for a couple of hours or even overnight. A little bit can even help soothe minor burns and itching and swelling from mosquito and bug bites.
Clears Offensive Odour
Lastly, you can quickly deodorize your hands of fish, onions and garlic odour by simply scrubbing with a bit of toothpaste. Keep in mind that it’s best to use a white, non-gel toothpaste with less fluoride and no whitening agents, which can sometimes irritate the skin and be less effective. Examples are Colgate, Crest and Macleans toothpaste.
Remember, a little toothpaste can go a long way. Try these tips, and you will see that just a few dabs are well worth the try!
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