2023-05-04 14:02:02
If you often accumulate shampoo bottles in the bathroom cabinet (like the shampoos offered during your hotel stays), you should know these tricks to use them differently without wasting them. Here’s how to use your shampoo at home for uses other than your hair!
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Have you received a large quantity of shampoo samples in hotels or have you simply bought a shampoo that does not suit you or has now expired? Before you waste those cosmetics by throwing them away, here’s how you can put them to good use!
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1. Use your shampoo as shaving cream
Shaving your legs – Source: spm
Just take your shampoo and mix it with water. Then, use this solution to shave. The shampoo glides well on the skin and does not leave any unpleasant sensations or any irritation whatsoever. This is the best alternative to your shaving cream!
2. Clean with your hairbrush and makeup brushes
Cleaning a makeup brush – Source: spm
Wanting to be quick, we simply remove the hair from the brush without washing it. You can now apply a small amount of your expired or unused shampoo to your brush, then rinse it under warm water using a comb and let it dry.
In addition, you can also clean your makeup brushes using the shampoo by rinsing them thoroughly with lukewarm water. You will see, they will be like new! Remember that anything that touches your skin or scalp should be cleaned regularly (at least once a month) to prevent the buildup of bacteria and dirt.
3. Do your housework using shampoo
On wooden and tiled floors : Say goodbye to messy floors by simply using a mixture of shampoo and water. Then mop the floor and it will be sparkling clean once more!
On the mirrors: This trick involves pouring a small amount of your shampoo onto a paper towel, then rubbing the entire surface of the mirror. Remember to wipe your mirror well as a last step with a dry cloth. This will prevent fogging from appearing when you take a shower or bath. Also test it on your swimming goggles, it really works!
On bathroom faucets: Did you know that it is possible to clean the faucets of your shower or your bathtub even when you are in it using your shampoo? Yes yes ! This product is a real cleaning product that will make your taps shine. Simply clean your taps with a little shampoo then rinse with plenty of water. And voila !
4. Wash your car with shampoo
For those who want to wash their car without having to rush to the car wash, give your bodywork a shine by using shampoo as a cleaning product. In a bucket filled with water, mix ¼ cup of shampoo and take a suitable sponge to wash your car. This process is a safe bet!
5. Clean delicate clothes
A pile of wool sweaters – Source: spm
You can now use shampoo to wash clothes made of delicate fabrics like wool. Use it to wash your garment gently in lukewarm water then rinse thoroughly. Result: gentle washing and saving money.
6. Revive leather products such as shoes
Dab a drop of shampoo (preferably mineral oil) on a cloth and gently rub the shoe. It also works on leather sofas, bags and belts.
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Healthy hair using natural shampoo – Source: spm
DIY natural shampoo has many advantages: not only does it clean your hair, but it nourishes and protects it without damaging it. It leaves your mane clean and shiny. Another important point: the homemade shampoo closes the cuticle of the scalp and balances its pH level preventing many damages to the hair. Here is the recipe for making it in large quantities, just remember to keep it in an airtight box for a few days!
What you need:
The preparation :
- In a large bowl, mix 50 g of black soap (in pieces) that you have grated (either with a grater if you have one, or with a sharp knife).
- Boil 2 or 3 cups of water in a large saucepan. Then add boiling water to the black soap that you stir and break at the same time to dilute it.
- Next, add 3 tablespoons of coconut, sweet almond, and castor oil into the mixture. Stir well. The oils have a very moisturizing action on your hair.
- Finally, don’t forget to add a preservative (a vitamin E capsule) to prevent the shampoo from spoiling. If you don’t have one, you can simply refrigerate it.
- In a container with an airtight lid, seal the mixture and let it sit for 2-3 days
- Once this time has elapsed, pour your natural shampoo into any other container of your choice. It is now ready to use!
A shampoo that you no longer use! No question of throwing it away now. It would be very useful to you with its surprising uses to overcome certain inconveniences of everyday life.
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