Have you ever been troubled by sticky towels and strange smells? Maybe you're worried about getting hot when eating lychees, or peeling a grapefruit is always thankless. Or maybe you want to make your sheets softer and more comfortable, or you are worried about mosquito bites in the summer. Don't worry, today I'm going to reveal some life hacks and tricks to make your life easier.
First, let's tackle the sticky and smelly towel. When your towel becomes sticky, simply soak it in salt water overnight and rinse it with clean water to restore its softness. To get rid of the odor, you can add a small amount of white vinegar to the washing machine and then carry out the normal washing program, which can effectively remove the odor.
Next is the question about eating lychees on fire. You can blanch lychees in boiling water before eating them, and then soak them in ice water for a while before eating. This can reduce the heat of the lychee and avoid the fire.
Peeling a grapefruit is always maddening? Don't worry, I have a little trick to share with you. First, heat the yuzu in the microwave for 10 seconds, then remove it and cut off both ends of the yuzu. Next, use a knife to gently cut along the lines of the grapefruit, and finally peel the flesh from the shell. This method can make peeling the grapefruit easy and enjoyable.
Want your sheets to be softer and more comfortable? A small amount of table salt can be added to the washing machine, which will soften the water and make the texture of the sheets softer. In addition, the sheets can be shaken slightly when drying, which can increase their fluffiness.
Spring and summer are the peak seasons for mosquito breeding, so how to repel mosquitoes has become the focus of many people's attention. In addition to using mosquito repellent spray and mosquito coils, you can also repel mosquitoes by planting mosquito repellent plants. For example, planting plants such as peppermint, mosquito repellent grass, and lemongrass can effectively repel mosquitoes.
For those who use glasses in the summer, the problem of non-slip glasses may bother you for a long time. Don't worry, I have a wonderful method to share with you. Just apply a small amount of toothpaste to the nose pad of your glasses and wipe it evenly with a clean cloth to increase friction and prevent your glasses from slipping.
Is sweater easy to shrink after washing? Don't worry, there's a little trick to help you with this. Before washing the sweater, it can be frozen in the refrigerator for a period of time before proceeding to the normal washing program. This can effectively reduce the shrinkage rate of the sweater.
Still bothered by cockroach problems in your home? Here are three ways to repel cockroaches. First of all, you can mix vinegar and water and spray it on the places where cockroaches are frequented, which can effectively repel cockroaches. Secondly, you can put the food scraps in a container and then apply a layer of oil to the edge of the container, which will make it impossible for cockroaches to climb up the container. Finally, you can mix alcohol and water and spray it on the cockroach's body, which will kill the cockroach directly.
Stains on your umbrella? Don't worry, I have a little trick to teach you. First, you can use a toothbrush to pick up a small amount of laundry detergent, then gently wipe it on the umbrella, and finally rinse it with clean water to remove the stain.
How do I store my clothes to avoid wrinkles? You can keep some desiccant in your wardrobe so that it absorbs moisture, keeps your clothes dry, and reduces the likelihood of wrinkles. In addition, you can stack your clothes neatly to avoid piling them up, which will also reduce wrinkles.
Toothpaste can be used not only for brushing teeth, but also for many magical uses. For example, you can use toothpaste to clean limescale from faucets and mirrors; You can also wipe your shoes with toothpaste to bring them back to shine; In addition, toothpaste can also be used to remove soot from your fingers by simply applying the toothpaste to your fingers and rinsing them with water.
Unbearable bathroom smell in summer? I have a tip to share with you. You can put a few drops of lavender essential oil on the corner of the bathroom or on the toilet, which will effectively remove odors while still giving off a fresh aroma.
The limescale problem of water heaters has been bothering many people. Don't worry, I have a little idea for you. Just add an appropriate amount of white vinegar to the water heater regularly, and then cycle the hot water, which can effectively remove the scale and keep the water heater in good working condition.
Dirt on your fingers that is hard to clean? Don't worry, I have a little trick to teach you. Simply soak your fingers in milk for a few moments, then gently scrub them with a toothbrush, and finally rinse them off with clean water to remove the smoke from your fingers.
What to do if an electric shaver gets dull? Don't worry, I'll show you how to sharpen a razor. First, you can soak the shaver in salt water for a while, then take it out and rinse it off with clean water. Next, you can use a razor to pick up some toothpaste, rub the razor blade back and forth on the palm of your hand, and rinse it off with water.
Tomato juice is not only used for drinking, but also has many useful uses for life. First, you can apply tomato juice to your face, then massage it for a few moments, and finally rinse it with water, which will make your skin smoother and more supple. Secondly, you can apply tomato juice to your hair and rinse it with warm water, which will make your hair softer and shinier. Finally, tomato juice can also be used to clean silver jewelry, just soak it in tomato juice for a while, then rinse it with clean water and the silver jewelry will regain its shine.
Shoes emit an unpleasant stench? Don't worry, I have a little trick to help you with this. You can put an appropriate amount of tea bag into your shoes, then seal it with a plastic bag and leave it overnight, the adsorption effect of the tea leaves can absorb the odor in the shoes.
An unpleasant smell from a gas pipe? Don't worry, I have a little idea for you. You can put some tea bags around the gas pipe, and the aroma of the tea leaves can absorb the odor emitted by the gas pipe, making the air fresh and pleasant.
Plastic wrap cones can have many more uses. You can use the plastic wrap cone as a container for storing miscellaneous items, such as small items, paper, etc. In addition, you can also use the plastic wrap cylinder as a spool and put the thread into the cylinder, which can avoid the mess of the thread.
If your sweater is loose, you can soak it in hot water for a while, then wrap the sweater in a dry towel, squeeze it gently to make it smaller, and finally let it dry.
Want to polish your silver jewelry? You can soak your silver jewelry in toothpaste for a while, then rinse it off with clean water and wipe it with a clean cloth to restore its shine.
Black wool fabric becomes dull? Don't worry, I'll tell you the best way to darken. You can soak the black wool fabric in salt water for a while, then take it out, rinse it with clean water, and finally dry it, which can restore the luster of the black wool fabric.
New furniture smells pungent with paint? Don't worry, I have a little trick to teach you. You can place some white vinegar next to the furniture, or mix the white vinegar with water and spray it on the surface of the furniture, which will absorb the smell of paint and freshen the air.
Finally, if you accidentally get 502 glue on your hands, you can use dish soap to clean it. Apply dish soap to the contaminated ** and rinse off with warm water to remove the 502 glue completely.
Life hacks and tricks can make our lives easier. Hopefully, these methods will help you and make your life more comfortable and enjoyable.