We all know how good and healthy is olive oil to cook with but maybe not everybody knows these really interesting tips of olive oil alternative uses.
15 Great Uses Of Olive Oil
1) Paint cleaner
When the time comes for a natural way to remove paint, glue or other sticky substances from your hands, try creating this simple solution. Mix olive oil and a little salt or sugar and then rub your hands with this combination. The paint will come right off and your skin will be soft and exfoliated.
2) Eye makeup remover
Use olive oil as a powerful tool in removing make-up. Put a few drops of olive oil on a cotton ball and then use it for eyeshadow, eyeliner and mascara. Even waterproof formulas will wipe right off.
3) Furniture polish
Olive oil is a great and natural aid in getting rid of dust from wooden furniture and gives it a shine. Add a teaspoon to a quarter cup of lemon juice, and you will create a non-toxic, petroleum-free polish.
4) Shoe shine polish
Instead of toxic and smelly show polish try a natural solution. Take a cloth, add drops of olive oil and use them to shine your shoes. You will be happy with the results.
5) Hinge lubricant
Have a squeaky door hinges, try natural olive oil works instead of store bought products. Wipe it on with a cotton ball or use a spray bottle to lubricate the hinge.
6) Bath oil
Add a few drops of your favorite essential oils such as lavender to 3-4 tablespoons of olive oil and you will create a natural bath oil that will gently scent while moisturizing your skin.
7) Stainless steel shine
Olive oil alone will buff stainless steel and brass surfaces. Simply wipe off any debris and allow the surfaces to dry completely. Afterward pour a little olive oil onto a clean, soft cloth. Buff in circular motions with firm pressure.
8) Smooth shave for men and women
Smooth and moisturizing, olive oil will allow the razor to glide along skin for a super-close, smooth shave.
9) Sore throat soother
Swallow a tablespoon of olive oil to soothe itchy throats and lubricate the back of the mouth and tonsil area, which may also reduce snoring.
10) Ear ache relief
A little warm olive oil can be an effective way to relieve painful ear aches. Heat the oil for a few minutes, and let it cool. Then pour a few drops into the affected ear.
11) Sticker remover
Dab a bit olive oil onto a sticker and let it sit for a few minutes. Afterward the sticker will peel right off. No scraping needed, and no residue left behind.
12) Hairball prevention
Cats suffer when coughing up hairballs. Help them pass through the cat’s system more easily by adding 1/4 teaspoon of olive oil to his or her food each day.
13) Chewing gum remover
Apply olive oil to the gum, leave it on for five to ten minutes and then pull the gum off.
14) Leather conditioner
Olive oil can be used to re-condition cracked, dry leather. It may take longer to fully penetrate the leather than most conventional conditioners, but it works well.
15) Psoriasis and diaper rash treatment
Olive oil soothes itchy, burning, irritated skin and can help heal rashes. Apply it to a baby’s diaper rash or directly to any eruptions on the skin for quick relief.
