Dr Oz: Summer Uses for Everyday Things
Dr Oz shared a special Summer Edition of his popular series New Uses for Everyday Things. This time, he showcased some of the household applications for Deodorant, Watermelon, Iced Tea, and even Flip Flops that you might not have considered before. “These great ideas are absolutely free, and they really work,” Dr Oz said.
Dr Oz: Spray Deodorant Nail Polish Remover
Viewer Carol joined Dr Oz to explain that Spray Deodorant can be used in place of Nail Polish Remover. She warned to avoid spraying too much of the skin, because it can be very cold. After letting it sit on the nail for a moment, use a cotton ball or napkin to rub it off, without that harsh chemical smell. But this will not work with a Roll-On Deodorant.
Dr Oz: Deodorant Jeans Trick
Dr Oz and his viewers teamed up to share new household applications for everyday things at home, like a Watermelon Mask for breakouts. (mynameisharsha / flickr)
Carol also explained how she uses Deodorant to make it easier to slip into tight jeans. Just rub the deodorant up and down your legs before putting on your pants. This will also prevent your jeans from sticking to your leg. As Carol said, Deodorant is not just for under your arms anymore. (Bonus tip: deodorant on your thighs can prevent uncomfortable chafing.)
As a final tip, Carol suggested applying Deodorant to a mosquito bite to help prevent it from itching almost instantly. Which of Carol’s Deodorant solutions is your favorite?
Dr Oz: Watermelon Avocado Face Mask Home Remedy
Dr Oz also shared viewer ideas for using Watermelon as a skin care product. Natasha uses it to prevent wrinkles with this face mask recipe.
Ingredients
- 1 tsp Watermelon
- 1 tsp Avocado
Directions
- Mix the ingredients into a paste.
- Apple to your face for about 20 minutes.
- Rinse with warm water.
Dr Oz: Watermelon Juice for Dry Skin — Home Remedy
Another fan shared her skin care remedy that also relies on Watermelon for her Dry Skin. She said you will notice the results and softer skin immediately after applying this.
Ingredients
- 1 tsp Watermelon Juice
- 1 tsp Honey
Directions
- Combine the ingredients.
- Apply to your face for 15-20 minutes.
- Rinse with warm water.
Dr Oz: Watermelon Mask for Breakouts
Next was a woman who deals with breakouts during the summer and has found that this Watermelon Mask solution helps her combat that problem. After trying this for a week, the woman said she noticed results. Dr Oz liked that it’s not oily, which means it won’t clog the pores in your face.
Ingredients
- 1 tsp Watermelon Juice
- 1 tsp mashed Banana
Directions
- Mash the ingredients together.
- Apply to your face for 15 minutes.
- Rinse with warm water.
Dr Oz: New Uses for Flip Flops
Dr Oz also shared Angelique’s multitude of new uses for Flip Flops around the house. It’s easy to stock up on them during summer sales. You might want to stockpile a few clean pairs to use for some of her suggestions.
- Flip Flop Squeegee – Use flip flops to help absorb soap and water while cleaning.
- Flip Flop Doorstop – Use a flip flop as a convenient doorstop to prop a door open, especially in a breezy room.
- Flip Flops for Pet Hair – Use flip flops to help scoop up pet hair around the house and keep the floors tidy.
Dr Oz: Iced Tea Home Remedy for Gray Hair
Molly was Dr Oz’s final audience contributor, and she explained how Iced Tea can be used to fight those pesky gray hairs that can pop up sometimes. This is a great short-term option between salon appointments, and the results should last for a few days.
Ingredients
- 3 Tea Bags
- Rosemary
- Sage
Directions
- Add three teabags to a pot of boiling water, along with the rosemary and sage.
- Steep overnight. Then transfer to a spray bottle and spray this directly on the roots of your hair.
Dr Oz: Iced Tea Foot Soak
Dr Oz had one last suggestion for using Iced Tea at home. Try steeping tea bags in lukewarm water. Then use this as a foot soak. After about 20 minutes, you should notice that your skin feels softer and any foot odor has disappeared.
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