Unusual ways to use potatoes in the household: what many housewives don’t know yet

22.09.2024 03:10

Housewives often prepare various dishes from potatoes.

It was brought to Russia in the 17th century. In addition to cooking, this vegetable can be used for household needs and in cosmetology.

Clean the burnt pan. Pour water into it, add potato peelings, boil for about 5 minutes.

To remove rust from pans and cutlery, take a raw potato, cut it in half, dip it in baking soda and rub the rusty surface.

If silverware has darkened, boil potatoes, drain the water, put spoons and forks in it. After some time, they will return to their original color.

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You need to wash a bottle with a narrow neck. Chop the potatoes, pour them into it, shake for a few minutes, then rinse.

Sometimes, after working in the country or cleaning vegetables and fruits, it is difficult to wash your hands. Potatoes will help here. Peel them and rub your hands. You can grate them, then rub this mixture into your fingers and palms.

Cut out a figure (star or heart) from a potato, dip it in paint. Your child will be creative for a long time. He will really like it.

Usually when washing windows, first wet them with water, then wipe them with a newspaper. Peel the potatoes, cut them into several pieces, then wipe the window in the apartment or the car glass. After that, go over them with a dry napkin.

If you burn your hand but don't have any anti-burn medicine at home, a peeled potato will do. Attach it to the sore spot with a bandage or adhesive plaster.

Soak a cotton ball in potato and lemon juice and apply it to the scar. You can use the mixture ground in a blender. Use only fresh mixture.

Remove dark circles under your eyes with potatoes. Peel them and cut them into circles. Apply them under your eyes for about 15 minutes. Then rinse with warm water.

Make a mask for wrinkles. Grate a potato, apply to your face. Wash off after a quarter of an hour and apply cream.

To strengthen hair roots, boil potatoes without salt, cool the water. Then rinse your hair.

To combat sebum and tighten pores, use a mixture of potatoes and cucumber juice. Wipe your face with a cotton pad, moistening it first.

A potato is suitable for cleaning polished furniture. Peel one piece, rub the desired item with it. Then wipe with a dry cloth.

Before cleaning your shoes with cream, peel a potato and wipe all the scratches on your shoes.
Make a hole in the potato, insert a rose branch there. It will be filled with nutrients, and roots will appear quickly.

After learning these tips, apply them in your daily life. Don't go to the store unnecessarily and don't buy unhealthy products. This way you'll save your money. Some of these recipes were even used by your grandmothers.

Valeria Kisternaya Author: Valeria Kisternaya Editor of Internet resources