Toothpaste, it’s not just for shining those pearly
whites. Here are a few other uses for toothpaste.
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If one of your
kids gets hold of a crayon and mistakes your wall for a coloring book, attack
it with some toothpaste on a rag. The gritty texture of the toothpaste will cut
through the waxy residue.
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Toothpaste is a
much more wall-friendly way to hang posters in your teen’s room than using
tape. Apply a dab of toothpaste to the corners of the poster and position in
place. When it’s time to change out the poster for the next band du jour, peel
off the poster and wash away the toothpaste residue with a damp cloth.
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Most colleges
require a deposit for dorm rooms, just in case your darlings do damage. If
they’ve put holes in the wall from nailing up pictures and other items, use
toothpaste as a calk to plug up those holes and avoid losing your deposit.
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Toothpaste also
makes a great jewelry polish. Use a soft brush or your fingers and rinse your
baubles in warm water. One caveat: don’t try this on delicate jewelry or
pearls!
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Were you cooking
with garlic and now can’t get the smell out of your fingers? Lather up your
hands with some toothpaste to eliminate the odor.
·
Mint toothpaste
is an excellent way to soothe the itch of a bug bite. Apply a small amount
directly to the bite for relief.
