This simple kitchen staple adds softness, shine, and protection to common household objects and packs amazing benefits for your hair and skin.
Household Solutions
1. Furniture Polish from the Pantry
Olive oil (and vegetable oil, too) works wonderfully on wood furniture. A very light coat will nourish the wood and help protect the finish, but be sure to rub it in well so it doesn’t leave a residue. You can put it in a spritz bottle, or just pour a bit on. Add a little lemon juice for a great scent.
2. Condition a Baseball Glove
With a soft cloth, work a bit of olive oil over the dry areas. Leave on for 30 minutes, then wipe off any excess. Baby oil works, too.
3. Reveal Shiny Leaves
Using a cotton ball or rag, rub a little olive oil on each side of houseplants’ leaves. It will repel dust and keep the foliage gleaming!
4. Protect Your Tools
Olive oil makes an easy lubricant for metal. Use it on kitchen and gardening tools to lubricate and protect. Just start with a clean surface by removing any dirt or rust.
5. Save a Trip to the Vet
Skin irritation is a common complaint in pets—and a common source of vet bills! Olive oil can soothe irritation caused by fleas or dry skin. It also helps heal sore, cracked paws that can bother your buddies in summer heat or icy, snowy winter conditions.
Health And Beauty
6. Secret to Silky Locks
To transform dry hair into soft, shiny hair, rub in olive oil, starting at the ends and working at least halfway up. Then blow-dry on the hottest setting and let sit for at least 30 minutes. Wash and condition as usual, and get ready for super sleekness!
7. Remove Mascara Naturally
Moisten a cotton ball with some olive oil and apply. Then simply wipe off with a tissue. Coconut oil works in the same way.
8. Soothe Diaper Rash
Just rub a little on the affected area for immediate relief! The vitamins in olive oil fight inflammation. Coconut oil can serve the same function, providing moisture and creating a barrier to protect baby’s skin.
9. Ease Eczema Flares
Rub olive oil directly on any irritated areas. You can even cover with plastic wrap overnight for severe cases on areas like backs of knees.
10. Speed Nail Growth
Because olive oil contains vitamin E, it can help your nails grow. Soak your nails in straight olive oil for about 20 minutes once a week to give them a natural boost.
11. Super-Smooth Feet
Don’t stop at your hands! Rub some olive oil on your feet before bed, then slip on socks to lock in the moisturizing and work magic overnight.
12. Love Your Lips
The same moisturizing effects that olive oil brings to your hair, hands, and feet also works wonders for your lips. Just a dab is all you need.
13. Head-to-Toe Benefits
Want to enjoy the moisturizing benefits of olive oil all over? It’s easy! Just add a bit straight to a bath.
14. Swap for Shaving Cream
Olive oil not only makes it easier for the blade to glide over your face or legs, but it will moisturize your skin as well. In fact, after trying this, you may swear off shaving cream altogether.
15. Make Your Own Massage Oil
Certain flavored olive oils (think: lemon and orange) work great as oils for massage and bodywork at a fraction of the cost of store-bought.
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