Monday, March 26, 2012

Alternate Uses for Hair Conditioner

For years I kept telling my husband that he should condition his hair, but he always considered it too girly.  Eventually I convinced him (after a bout of extremely dry skin on his scalp).  He doesn't use the "froufrou" conditioners, which is fine by me, because it allows me to use his cheaper brand for other household things without feeling any guilt over wasting money.  In some cases, it can even replace household items that might be harsher on your body or the environment.
  1. Washing Silk:  You can hand wash your silk garments in a sink full of warm water.  If you add just a tablespoon of conditioner, it will "freshen" the garment and keep it soft.  Rinse well and air dry.
  2. Shine Stainless Steel:  Apply conditioner to stainless steel items and rub conditioner off with a soft cloth.
  3. Shave Your Legs:  Apply a thin layer of conditioner to legs and shave as usual.  The conditioner will soften your hair (making it easier to shave) and your skin.  I have found that the cheaper the conditioner, the better your shave will be!
  4. Remove Makeup:  Use a small amount of conditioner to remove the makeup from anywhere on your face.  This should go without saying, but be cautious when removing eye makeup.
  5. Loosen Your Ring:  Can't get that ring off your finger?  Apply conditioner and... voila!
  6. Oil Wheels:  Rub conditioner on the axles of rollerskate, rollerblade, or skateboard wheels to stop them from sticking or making noises.

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