Be pleasantly surprised to find it has a host
of non-food related uses. This item is so adaptable. It can be used for
cleaning indoors and out and also can be useful in many beauty
routines. I also appreciate the money I’m going to save knowing these
neat tricks.
1. Remove adhesives
1. Remove adhesives
The natural
emulsifiers in mayonnaise help soften sticky surfaces. You can remove
the sticky residue left by glue, stickers and even remove gum. Cover the
surface with mayonnaise and let it sit for five minutes. You should be
able to peel off stickers or wipe glue away with a soft cloth. You can
also use it to remove bird poop or tree sap that falls on your car,
however because this is likely to be grimier it might take a few tries
before it comes off completely.
2. Furniture polish and water stains remover
If
your patio furniture is looking worse for the wear or your wooden
furniture is covered with water rings, mayonnaise can help. For water
rings, let the mayonnaise sit for 10 minutes and then buff the stain.
It’s a wise idea to try this on a small area first before you apply the
mayonnaise everywhere.
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For whole pieces of furniture, you
can use a soft cloth to rub mayonnaise into the stained areas. The
active ingredient in most furniture polishes is oil and similarly
mayonnaise can replenish the moisture of wooden furniture’s finish. The
oil and vinegar offer shine and protect the finish too.
3. Remove stuck rings
Mayonnaise can also help you remove a
stuck ring from a finger if your ring is just not coming off. The oily
texture of mayonnaise acts as a lubricant. Rub mayonnaise underneath and
around the ring and twist. The ring should slide off. Stop if you feel
numbness or excruciating pain.
4. Lice killer
Anyone can get
lice, no matter how clean you are. There are lots of special shampoos
for the condition but did you know you could just use mayonnaise? It’s a
cheaper alternative lice fighter and has the added benefit of being
non-toxic. Using room temperature mayonnaise, liberally apply the
condiment all over your dry hair. Cover your head with a shower cap or
wrap it in plastic wrap. Go to sleep with this mixture in your hair and
the next morning you can wash it out. Afterwards use a fine comb to comb
out any dead eggs or lice.
5. Conditioner for shiny hair
Mayonnaise can make your hair soft
and smooth looking. Mayonnaise also contains nutritious ingredients: the
egg yolk will encourage hair growth, the oil will condition and the
vinegar will exfoliate the scalp.
After shampooing and towel drying
your hair, comb in a tablespoon of room temperature mayonnaise. Start at
the top of your head, and work it down to the tips. Coat each strand
and leave it in for an hour. Wash your hair again with baby shampoo, or a
small amount of regular shampoo. This will remove the greasy kitchen
scent from your scalp. You can now dry your hair. The end result should
be luscious locks.
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6. Exfoliator
Mayonnaise has fantastic emollient
qualities. Not only can it soften your hair, but it works wonders on
your skin too. Apply a blob of mayonnaise to problematic skin areas such
as your elbows or knees. Leave in the condiment for 15 minutes and wipe
away with a washcloth or damp towel. Afterwards use a regular
moisturizer to lock in the freshness.
You can also remove dead skin cells
on your face, using mayonnaise as a facial mask. Spread mayonnaise over
your face and leave it in for 20 minutes. You can wipe off and wash your
face with water.
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| 7. Glossy houseplants |
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dull why not use this old florist trick. Take a paper towel and rub a
little bit of mayonnaise on the leaves. This will leave not only leave
your plants looking vibrant and glossy, but this trick also prevents
dust from sticking to the leaves. 8. Sunburn relief
If you find that you’ve overdone it
with the sun and underused your sunscreen, mayonnaise is a great relief
for sunburn. The soothing ingredients will cool the skin and soothe the
burn. Ingredients like oil and vinegar help hydrate the skin and prevent
it from peeling.
9. Strengthen fingernails
If
your nails are often chipping or breaking, or you feel like giving
yourself a home manicure, mayonnaise is your go to all-in-one
ingredient. Rest your nails in a bowl of mayonnaise. Make sure to also
dip your fingertip including your cuticles. Let your finger soak for at
least 5 minutes. Rinse afterwards with warm water. This solution
strengthens your nails, improves the condition of your cuticles, and can
heal and prevent hangnails.
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