Looking around your house right now, I'm sure there's at least five things you aren't getting the full potential out of on a daily basis.
Only using your mayo for your sandwiches? Amateur move, my friend, when you could be using it for some silky, shiny hair, too! And what about that toothpaste in your medicine cabinet? Just for your keeping your whites nice and pearly? Nope, it also does wonders for your peskiest post-manicure needs as well!
So it shouldn't surprise you that something as simple as ordinary baby powder can be used in so many different and helpful ways. You've probably already heard a few, like using it for dry shampoo or in your sheets, but I'm betting you haven't heard all of these wonderful ideas! Some may seem a little stranger than others, but that doesn't make them any less amazing when you see the results!
From your makeup routine to recovering from a day at the beach, this humble product has a lot to offer.
1. Dry Shampoo
There's no need to spend more money on the aerosol versions. Sprinkle some in at night for maximum oil-grabbing effect!
2. Makeup Primer
There are tons of liquid versions at the beauty store, but a thin layer of baby powder works just as well when applied before foundation.
3. Anti-Shine Fix
If you skip the primer and find yourself getting a little too glossy as the day goes on, just use it as a translucent finishing powder and you'll be shine-free!
4. Pump Up Your Lashes
Start with a single coating of mascara, then dust a small amount of the powder, and finish with a final layer of mascara. Your lashes will look longer than ever!
5. Boost Your Brows
Like your lashes, a small amount of powder will cling to your existing follicles and create a fuller look for even the thinnest of brows once you finish with your eyebrow pencil.
6. Long Lasting Lips
To get more out of any lipstick, apply a layer of the color, then cover your mouth with a tissue and add a layer of powder. Finish with one last coat of lipstick and you're good to go!
7. Pain-Free Wax
Before applying hair removal wax, sprinkle the powder in the area to keep the sticky substance from clinging to your skin. Your hair will still stick through but you won't feel quite as much of a sting!
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8. After Shave
Instead of greasy moisturizers, the powder will help keep your moisture locked in and prevent razor burn without making a slick mess.
9. Nicks and Cuts
It can also help clot any small scrapes you might have inflicted in the shaving process! Or for any other minor injury, like a paper cut.
10. Thigh Chafing
Skirts can lose their cute appeal real quick when your thighs feel like they're on fire. Use the powder before heading out for friction-free fashion!
11. Bye-Bye Blisters!
You can also use it in a similar way to prevent your shoes from rubbing up against your skin and giving you painful blisters.
12. Sweaty Shoes
Say goodbye to the stinky, post-gym smell of your shoes by throwing some powder inside and on your socks.
13. Cool Bed Sheets
When the summer rolls back around, sprinkle the powder between your sheets to help you stay cool even without A/C.
14. Sticky Sand
Be sure to toss the powder in your beach bag to help get all that grimy sand off your skin before piling your family back into the car.
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