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Now there's a fresh idea! We show you five incredible ways to use toothpaste that will brighten up your life
That tube you have sitting by the sink does more than just keep your teeth clean, bright and white.
In fact, toothpaste can be applied to a multitude of tasks from polishing mirrors to keeping your sneakers white.
We've put together a special video containing five superb life hacks that will save you time and money, while also leaving you with that pleasing minty-fresh smell!
1.) Polish a dirty mirror
It might sound counter-intuitive to start smearing toothpaste all over your bathroom mirror, but trust us, it works! Next time you're brushing your teeth, smear a bit of toothpaste on the mirror and wipe it dry.
The glass polishes up beautifully and it also has the added effect of stopping the mirror from fogging up when you're taking a shower, so by the time you get out, you'll still be able to see your face clearly.
Coat the mirror with non-gel toothpaste and wipe it off before you get in the shower. When you get out, the mirror won’t be fogged
The toothpaste also helps to shine up the mirror's glass like never before
2.) Sneaker Whitener
Think you'll never get those sneakers as clean as they day you bought them from the shop? Not to worry, your kicks can be cleaned with a swipe of toothpaste around the soles of your shoes.
All it takes is a smidgen of the minty stuff to put some fresh glide in your stride and wipe away those dirty-looking scuff marks.
With some elbow grease and some toothpaste, those bothersome blemishes will be wiped away and you'll be able to stroll down the street safe in the knowledge you're like walking whiteout.
The trick also works for white leather as well, not just the rubber of your sneakers.
A little toothpaste does an amazing job of removing scuffs from leather shoes and rubber soles
Just squirt a dab on the scuffed area and rub with a soft cloth. Wipe clean with a damp cloth. The leather or rubber will look like new
3.) Fridge seal cleaner
Toothpaste doesn't just clean teeth, it also works wonders on other bathroom and kitchen appliances.
Try using it to clean the seal around your fridge. The toothpaste acts as a cleaning agent.
Toothbrushes are also the perfect size for cleaning refrigerator seals and toothpaste is ideal for whitening. In other words, it's the perfect combo.
To remove grime from rubber seals, you may use an old toothbrush and a bit of toothpaste to scrub it clean
4.) Jewelry cleaner
Diamond rings can dull over time, yet with a little bit of toothpaste and a good rinse, they'll be sparkling away in no time.
The trick works on pieces of metal too so if that chunky bracelet or metal watch strap is becoming marked, you can rub it down with a dry cloth and use some toothpaste to knock off the dirt.
A word of warning however, do not use this method on pearls, as it will damage their finish.
Put a little toothpaste on an old toothbrush and use it to make your diamond ring sparkle instead of your teeth. Clean off the residue with a damp cloth. Ta-da!
5.) Food odor remover
You can remove the stench of onions, fish, garlic and other odoriferous foods from your skin by scrubbing briefly with toothpaste.
After rubbing the paste into your hands and giving them a good rinse, you can apply lotion to moisten your hands.
If you're hands stink from chopping onions or garlic, rub toothpaste on them. Not only will it get rid of the smell, it's minty fresh!
Rub your hands with toothpaste, then rub together, and rinse under water. You'll be fresh-smelling in no time
- It keeps your teeth from rotting and falling out of your mouth, but it also has a load of other uses
- Our unusual uses for toothpaste can also help save you money
- Toothpaste whitens, brightens, deodorizes, removes stains, and restores and protects enamel
That tube you have sitting by the sink does more than just keep your teeth clean, bright and white.
In fact, toothpaste can be applied to a multitude of tasks from polishing mirrors to keeping your sneakers white.
We've put together a special video containing five superb life hacks that will save you time and money, while also leaving you with that pleasing minty-fresh smell!
1.) Polish a dirty mirror
It might sound counter-intuitive to start smearing toothpaste all over your bathroom mirror, but trust us, it works! Next time you're brushing your teeth, smear a bit of toothpaste on the mirror and wipe it dry.
The glass polishes up beautifully and it also has the added effect of stopping the mirror from fogging up when you're taking a shower, so by the time you get out, you'll still be able to see your face clearly.
Coat the mirror with non-gel toothpaste and wipe it off before you get in the shower. When you get out, the mirror won’t be fogged
The toothpaste also helps to shine up the mirror's glass like never before
2.) Sneaker Whitener
Think you'll never get those sneakers as clean as they day you bought them from the shop? Not to worry, your kicks can be cleaned with a swipe of toothpaste around the soles of your shoes.
All it takes is a smidgen of the minty stuff to put some fresh glide in your stride and wipe away those dirty-looking scuff marks.
With some elbow grease and some toothpaste, those bothersome blemishes will be wiped away and you'll be able to stroll down the street safe in the knowledge you're like walking whiteout.
The trick also works for white leather as well, not just the rubber of your sneakers.
A little toothpaste does an amazing job of removing scuffs from leather shoes and rubber soles
Just squirt a dab on the scuffed area and rub with a soft cloth. Wipe clean with a damp cloth. The leather or rubber will look like new
3.) Fridge seal cleaner
Toothpaste doesn't just clean teeth, it also works wonders on other bathroom and kitchen appliances.
Try using it to clean the seal around your fridge. The toothpaste acts as a cleaning agent.
Toothbrushes are also the perfect size for cleaning refrigerator seals and toothpaste is ideal for whitening. In other words, it's the perfect combo.
To remove grime from rubber seals, you may use an old toothbrush and a bit of toothpaste to scrub it clean
4.) Jewelry cleaner
Diamond rings can dull over time, yet with a little bit of toothpaste and a good rinse, they'll be sparkling away in no time.
The trick works on pieces of metal too so if that chunky bracelet or metal watch strap is becoming marked, you can rub it down with a dry cloth and use some toothpaste to knock off the dirt.
A word of warning however, do not use this method on pearls, as it will damage their finish.
Put a little toothpaste on an old toothbrush and use it to make your diamond ring sparkle instead of your teeth. Clean off the residue with a damp cloth. Ta-da!
5.) Food odor remover
You can remove the stench of onions, fish, garlic and other odoriferous foods from your skin by scrubbing briefly with toothpaste.
After rubbing the paste into your hands and giving them a good rinse, you can apply lotion to moisten your hands.
If you're hands stink from chopping onions or garlic, rub toothpaste on them. Not only will it get rid of the smell, it's minty fresh!
Rub your hands with toothpaste, then rub together, and rinse under water. You'll be fresh-smelling in no time
