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- Mel, selected from DivineCaroline
- November 29, 2011
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By Zana Faulkner, DivineCaroline
Toothpaste: it whitens, brightens, deodorizes, removes stains, and restores and protects enamel. But toothpaste’s cleaning capabilities work wonders on many things besides our teeth. The same ingredients that help polish our pearly whites can also soothe some common ailments, make household items sparkle, and even get rid of stains and pungent smells. Try out these fifteen tricks with a white, non-gel toothpaste (unless otherwise noted), and watch that cavity-fighting, breath-freshening tube of wonder work its magic.
1. Relieve irritation from bug bites, sores, and blisters. These skin irritations all tend to weep and, in the case of bug bites, often itch. Apply a drop of toothpaste to a bug bite or insect sting to stop the itching and decrease any swelling. When applied to sores or blisters, it dries them up, thus allowing the wound to heal faster. It’s best when used overnight.
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+ add your ownThanks for the info!
Good tips....thanks
Wow, I am really going to try some of these tips...toothpaste is great!
Great tips, thanks.
too freakin' cool.........keep these tips coming our way........much love
Excellent, I love it!
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Love this! The one about cleaning the smell of garlic and onions off your hands is brilliant! I'll try it tonight after I make dinner :)
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Hahah! WOW! Lots of great info! Thanks!
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