Learn about these 15 helpful uses for baby oil!
In contrast to the popular joke, baby oil is not made of
babies, it is actually a byproduct of the oil refining process. Baby oil is a
fantastic lubricant for massaging and nurturing the skin of the baby, but it
has many other uses that can benefit the adult, some of which may surprise you.
1. Clogged ears
Drip a few drops of warm baby oil into the clogged ear. Lay
on your side or make sure the ear is in a horizontal position, and gently drip.
Let it stay like this for a few minutes and then reverse your head and let it
dribble out, cleaning the ear with a paper towel.
2. Cracked heels
To treat dry and cracked heels, rub a little baby oil before
bed time. Cover your legs with socks to keep the bed sheets and blankets from
getting dirty.
3. Removing a stubborn ring
To remove a ring from your finger that just won't budge, use
baby oil as a lubricant. Smear a generous amount on your finger and gently
start turning the ring, until it slides off.
4. Removing bandages and Band-Aids
If you have sensitive skin, reduce the discomfort by
smearing a coat of baby oil on the sticky parts of the bandage. Start peeling
the bandage gently, until it is removed.
5. Removing paint
If you've used paint and got dirty, spill some baby oil and
rub, then wash with soap and water for full removal of the stain.
6. Removing stickers from purchased items
If the price sticker won't come off (or leaves half of it
behind), smear a bit of baby oil on the sticker until you see it absorb, then
wipe with a soft cloth for an immediate and easy removal of the stubborn
sticker.
7. Removing make-up
Baby oil can be an efficient tool for removing eye make-up,
and also soften the skin around the eyes - doubly useful.
8. Massage
Use baby oil to massage parts of the body. Baby oil is
refined and adds moisture to the skin. It also makes the massage feel much
nicer.
9. Preventing stretch marks
Baby oil helps soften the skin and prevents stretch marks
during pregnancy.
10. Maintaining moisture
After a hot bath or shower, keep the moisture on your skin
and prevent skin dryness by smearing baby oil on your skin while it's still
moist. Be sure to smear in the area of the elbows, the knees and the heels.
11. Unraveling knots
If your silver or gold necklace has become a big knot, use
baby oil to unravel the knots. Simply drip a bit of the oil directly on the
knot, then use sewing needles to gently open the knot. It should be much easier
now that the links slide instead of stick together.
12. Aromatic bath oil
Instead of spending a lot of money on expensive cosmetics
for the bath, add a few drops of perfume to a 1/4 cup of baby oil and mix. When
you step into the bath, shake the bottle well and pour a few drops in.
13. Returning luster to leather items
Return the shine to old handbags, wallets, shoes and belts.
Drip a bit of baby oil on a soft cloth and wipe the leather items. After
rubbing, remove the leftover oil and rub again with a clean cloth. The items
will shine like new!
14. Cleaning stainless steel sinks.
Drip a bit of baby oil onto a soft cloth and shine the
stainless steel sink. You can also use this technique to remove stains from
stainless steel electrical appliance and bathroom accessories.
15. Getting rid of water and soap stains on the shower door
If you have a shower door that is constantly stained by
water and soap marks that won't come off, a bit of baby oil and a clean cloth
should get rid of those for you!
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