20 Secret Uses Of Toothpaste You Are Missing Out

May 03, 2018 by apost team

Toothpaste is actually an underrated rockstar. Don't let its potential go unnoticed. Here are 20 cool things you can do with your next tube.

Nail Polish Remover

If you don't have smelly nail polish remover on hand, try using your fragrant toothpaste to scrub off old polish.

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Clean Thermos

Get rid of any grime buildup on your thermoses for clean eating with toothpaste!

CD Saver

Rescue any scratched CDs by rubbing a little toothpaste on them.

Hand Soap

If you're a gardener or often get your hands dirty, toothpaste is a deep cleaner that can restore the dirtiest hands.

Fresh Carpets

Get rid of any stain by scrubbing in some toothpaste.

Adhesive Alternative

Did you know you can hang posters without leaving any tape or holes behind? Use toothpaste as a mess-free glue.

Deodorizer

Eliminate stinky shoes by rubbing some toothpaste on the soles.

Clean Irons

Turn your dirty iron off and let it cool. Rub some toothpaste on it to clean it and you won't have to worry about it leaving dirty streaks on your clothes.

Phone Cleaner

You should be cleaning your phone weekly! Toothpaste will disinfect your phone and get it sparkly again.

Clean Ink Stains

Raise your hand if you've ever left a pen in the pocket of your pants going into the washer. I definitely have, and I've thrown out too many clothes with ink stains. Instead, rub some toothpaste on the stain, let it dry, then wash it again!

Eliminate Dye Stains

If your at-home hair dyeing went wrong or you spilled food coloring on yourself, toothpaste can come to the rescue. Use the same technique as #1!

Bug Bites

You can also dab some toothpaste on bug bites for some relief!

Cure Pimples

You might've heard this trick before but dabbing a little toothpaste on a pimple will dry it out quickly!

Clean Piano Keys

Keys can get gross after hands have been all over them. Get your piano sparkling again by whipping out your reliable toothpaste.

Revitalized Shoes

Are your favorite shoes starting to look dull or dirty? Make them vibrant again by polishing with toothpaste.

Cleaning Water Stains

No coaster, no problem! Scrubbing toothpaste on wood that has been stained even for years can get it shining like new in no time.

Remove Fog From Goggles

Ever notice how goggles get steamy sometimes? Rub a thin layer over the lenses to prevent this from ruining your fun time!

Polished Silver

Clean all of your silver by rubbing toothpaste on them with a gentle cloth and they'll be so shiny!

Sparkly Headlights

Remove the grime from your headlights by scrubbing some toothpaste on them and giving them a rinse.

Car Scratches

Buff out blemishes by rubbing some toothpaste with a soft cloth.

 

Make sure everyone gives toothpaste the credit it deserves by spreading these tips!