65 Reasons Why You Should Always Have A
Bottle Of Hydrogen Peroxide At Home (Complete List )
Category: Health
FEBRUARY 24, 2017 1,783 0
Hydrogen peroxide is a germicidal agent made
up of water and oxygen, which makes it the safest natural sanitizer. It`s a
colorless liquid that is slightly more viscous than water. It is most commonly
used as disinfectant, bleaching agent, and oxidizer. However, it turns out that
this versatile liquid has countless uses. This article focuses on 65 of them,
so make sure you check them all out and get a bottle of hydrogen peroxide as
soon as possible.
Note: Pure hydrogen
peroxide can explode when heated to its boiling point. This is the reason why
most of household products contain a diluted solution, mostly having 3-5% of
the active chemical.
THE COMPLETE LIST
Experts claim that
applying 3 drops of 3% hydrogen peroxide in the ear helps reduce the duration
of cold or flu. Allow the solution to work for about 10 minutes before letting
it drain.
2.
Get Rid of Pesticides
Most fresh veggies are
treated with pesticides, detrimental chemicals that shouldn’t be ingested. To
get rid of these chemicals, add ¼ cup of hydrogen peroxide to a bowl with water
and soak the veggies in the solution for half an hour. When done, rinse and
leave them in the fridge.
3.
Get Rid of Airborne Germs
Combine a pint of 3%
hydrogen peroxide with a gallon of water and add the solution to a humidifier.
Let it run until the mixture is completely used up. The antibacterial and
disinfectant properties of the solution will get rid of airborne germs.
4.
Whiten Your Teeth
Hydrogen peroxide is
the active ingredient in most teeth whitening products, and it works by
oxygenating the surface of the teeth. Brush the teeth with toothpaste and then
swish a mixture of two teaspoons of water and a teaspoon of 3% hydrogen
peroxide around the mouth. When done, rinse the mouth and repeat the procedure
3 times a week.
5.
Bleach Finger and Toe Nails
The nails often look
discolored after removing nail polish. To bleach them and reverse the natural
color, dip the nails in a bowl filled with 3% hydrogen peroxide for about 5
minutes. Repeat the procedure for several days or until you get the desired
effect.
6.
Bleach Hair
Hydrogen peroxide is
much safer than other bleaching agents, so it can be safely used to bleach your
hair naturally.
7.
Create Hair Highlights
To create sun-bleached
hair highlights, simply spray some hydrogen peroxide on damp hair and let it
work for about 15 minutes before rinsing it off.
8.
Rejuvenate and Detox
To rejuvenate and
detox your body in an all-natural way, soak in a bath with hydrogen peroxide.
Add a cup of 35% hydrogen peroxide in a tub of water and soak for about half an
hour.
9.
Eliminate Stuffy Sinuses
To unclog your
sinuses, try a homemade nasal solution with hydrogen peroxide. Mix a cup of
water with a cap of hydrogen peroxide. If they are too stuffed, get a more
concentrated solution.
10.
Stop Toothache Pain
Oil pulling with a
solution of hydrogen peroxide and coconut oil is extremely effective in
alleviating a toothache, as the antibacterial properties of these two
ingredients kill off bacteria that are causing the pain.
11.
Disinfect Wounds
Hydrogen peroxide is
effective in disinfecting small wounds. Use a small cap of 3% solution, which
works well in most cases.
12.
Make An Antiseptic Mouth Rinse
Mix a cup of water
with two caps of hydrogen peroxide and use it as a mouthwash to reduce bad
breath caused by bacteria.
13.
Eliminate Acne
Mix two tablespoons of
3% hydrogen peroxide and two tablespoons of apple cider vinegar to create a
face rinse. Dip a cotton pad on the solution and apply onto the affected area.
Don’t use the same pad for the entire face in order to prevent transference of
bacteria.
14.
Get Rid of Boils
Add a cup of 35%
hydrogen peroxide in a bathtub and soak for a while to detoxify the body and
eliminate boils.
15.
Soften Calluses and Corns
Soak the calluses and
corns in a mixture made of equal parts apple cider vinegar and hydrogen peroxide.
16.
Get Wax Out Of Your Ear
Pour two drops of
hydrogen peroxide in each ear, followed by a few drops of olive oil. Wait for a
few minutes before letting the solution drain.
17.
Prevent The Dreaded Swimmer’s Ear
This ear infection can
be quite painful! To prevent it, apply a few drops of a solution made of apple
cider vinegar and hydrogen peroxide, right after swimming.
18.
Get Relief From Ear Infections
To alleviate the
symptoms and eliminate the infection, apply about eight drops of hydrogen
peroxide to the infected ear.
19.
Eliminate Skin Mites
Spray 3% hydrogen
peroxide onto the affected skin, repeating the procedure several times after a
couple of minutes.
20.
Get Rid of Foot Fungus
Mix equal amounts of
water and 3% hydrogen peroxide and apply the solution to foot fungus.
21.
Make A Marinade For Poultry, Fish Or Meat
Place meat inside a
casserole containing equal parts of hydrogen peroxide and water. Don’t forget
to rinse the meats prior cooking.
22.
Disinfect a Toothbrush
Soak the toothbrush in
hydrogen peroxide to kill off bacteria that thrive in the bathroom.
23.
Remove Stubborn Stains From Clothing
Blood is one of the
most difficult stains to remove. The good news is that pouring hydrogen
peroxide onto the stain and letting it work for a few minutes before rinsing it
off is extremely effective in getting rid of it.
24.
Control The Growth Of Fungus In Aquariums
If you have an
aquarium, this is a great way to use hydrogen peroxide. However, adhere to the
instructions that can be found elsewhere so that you don’t harm your fish.
25.
Get Rid Of Algae
For every 66 gallons
of water, add 60 ml of hydrogen peroxide. Add the solution using a dropper ,
over a span of about 5 minutes.
26.
Make An Emetic For Household Pets
Given that hydrogen
peroxide can induce vomiting, it works well when your pet has swallowed
something that needs to be thrown up or has simply eaten something they
shouldn’t have.
27.
Use As A Dishwasher Detergent
Mixing some hydrogen
peroxide with your dishwasher detergent helps make it last longer.
28.
Create An All-Purpose Cleaner
Fill a spray bottle
with diluted hydrogen peroxide and use it as substitute to conventional
cleaners that often cost a little fortune.
29.
Clean Your Contact Lenses
Soak the contacts in a
diluted solution of hydrogen peroxide overnight to clean them and remove the
accumulated protein.
30.
Make Laundry Whiter
Add a cup of hydrogen
peroxide to the wash and soak for about half an hour before wash to remove the
yellowy stains and make your laundry whiter.
31.
Remove Organic Stains
Mix one part dish
detergent with two parts hydrogen peroxide and apply the solution to organic
stains like coffee, blood, and wine. But, as hydrogen peroxide works as
bleaching agent, don’t use it on darker fabrics.
32.
Eliminate Undesirable Odors
To remove unpleasant
odors, soak the fabrics in a solution made of hydrogen peroxide and white
vinegar.
33.
Clean Carpets And Rugs
Spray a diluted
solution on the rug and clean as you normally do. It works best on light
carpets as it can bleach darker-colored ones.
34.
Disinfect Your Lunchbox
To remove the
accumulated bacteria in your lunchbox, simply spray it with a diluted solution
of hydrogen peroxide and let it work for a few minutes before wiping it away.
35.
Keep Your Shopping Bags Fresh
Spraying the shipping
bag with some hydrogen peroxide and letting it work for a couple of minutes
helps disinfect the dirty bag and remove bad odors.
36.
Improve The Germination Of Seeds
Soak the seeds in
hydrogen peroxide prior planting them in order to remove fungal spores that may
impede their germination.
37.
Thoroughly Clean Your Humidifier
Add a pint of hydrogen
peroxide and a gallon of water to the humidifier in order to disinfect it and
remove mold and mildew. In turn, the humidifier will run cleanly and smoothly.
38.
Clean Tile Surfaces Better
Tile surfaces
accumulate stains and dirt over time, which are often difficult to remove. The
good news is that spraying hydrogen peroxide onto tiles is an effective way to
get rid of them.
39.
Clean The Toilet
Pour half a cup of
hydrogen peroxide into the toilet bowl and let it work for half an hour before
scrubbing. This simple trick helps disinfect the bowls and remove any stains.
40.
Make Grout Whiter
Mix a 35% hydrogen
peroxide with white flour to create a paste. Cover the grout with the paste and
let it work overnight. Rinse it off in the morning!
41.
Get Rid Of Soap Scum In The Sink Or Bath Tub
To eliminate soap scum
fast, spray the surface with 35% hydrogen peroxide and leave it on for half an
hour. Once loosened, wipe it away and rinse.
42.
Say Goodbye To Mold
Some of the best
health agencies in the world recommend using 3% hydrogen peroxide to remove
mold. Simply spray the mold with the solution and leave it on for a few minutes
before scrubbing it using a sponge.
43.
Clean Glass Better
Spray the glass
surface with a hydrogen peroxide to loosen grime and remove the dirt more
effectively. It is recommended to wipe the surface using an old newspaper.
44.
Clean Kitchen And Bathroom Counter
To clean and disinfect
the kitchen and bathroom countertops, simply spray some diluted hydrogen
peroxide onto them and let it sit for a couple of minutes before wiping it off.
45.
Remove Stains From Stone Countertops
Mix some hydrogen
peroxide with white flour to create a paste, which should be applied directly
onto the stain. Wrap the surface in plastic and let it work overnight. Clean it
up in the morning.
46.
Remove Collar Stain
Spray the collar with
a solution made of one part liquid detergent and two parts hydrogen peroxide.
Let it work for a couple of minutes before putting it to wash.
47.
Remove Wine Stains
Mix equal amounts of
hydrogen peroxide and liquid detergent. Then, pour the solution on the stain
and remove it using a clean cloth.
48.
Easily Kill Mites
Spray the mites with
hydrogen peroxide to get rid of mites efficiently. Repeat the procedure a
couple of times, if needed.
49.
Improve Your Plant’s Root System
Interestingly,
watering the plants with a mixture containing one part hydrogen peroxide and 32
parts water helps improve the roots of the plants.
50.
Clean Your Mirror Exceptionally Well
Spray the mirrors with
hydrogen peroxide and wipe away with an old newspaper to make them
exceptionally clean.
51.
Make Short Work Of Armpit Sweat
Mix two parts of
hydrogen peroxide with one part of dish detergent and apply onto the stains.
Soak them for a couple of minutes before putting them to wash.
52.
Disinfect Sponges And Dishrags
Soak the sponges and
dishrags in hot water and two caps of hydrogen peroxide for half an hour. This
simple trick helps clean and disinfect the super dirty sponges and dishrags.
53.
Disinfect Your Cutting Boards
Spray the cutting
boards with hydrogen peroxide after each use and leave them like that for a
couple of minutes. Rinse them with clean water afterwards.
54.
Wash Fruits
Did you know that
fruits and veggies are often covered in dirt and wax? To remove them, simply
spray them with hydrogen peroxide and then rinse them off with clean water.
55.
Clean Your Refrigerator
To clean your
refrigerator thoroughly, spray it down with hydrogen peroxide and leave it like
that for a few minutes. Then, wipe everything down using a clean cloth.
56.
Remove Stubborn Foods
Mix hydrogen peroxide
and baking soda to create a paste that should be scrubbed onto the foods spots.
Let it work for a few minutes before scrubbing it with warm water and sponge.
57.
Clean Kid’s Toys
To keep your kid`s
toys clean, spray hydrogen peroxide onto them and wipe them down with a towel.
Another option is to wash them in a solution of water and cup of hydrogen
peroxide.
58.
Brighten Curtains And Table Cloth
You can either wipe
down the yellowy sections with a cloth soaked in hydrogen peroxide or add a cup
of hydrogen peroxide to your wash.
59.
Prolong The Freshness Of Your Vegetables
Add ¼ cup of hydrogen
peroxide to a sink filled with cold water. Soak the veggies in this solution
for about half an hour before rinsing them. When done, pat dry with clean towel
and store them in the refrigerator to prolong their freshness.
60.
Enjoy A Fresher Salad
To keep your salad
fresh longer, add a tablespoon of food-grade hydrogen peroxide to half a cup of
water. Then, spray the mixture onto the salad.
61.
Add In Your Enema Water
Add a tablespoon of
hydrogen peroxide to four cups of water.
62.
Get Rid Of Canker sores
Swish a capful of
hydrogen peroxide around your mouth for about ten minutes. This simple trick
helps get rid of the stubborn canker sores.
63.
Gain Control Of A Yeast Infection
Add two capfuls of
hydrogen peroxide inside of your douche once or twice weekly.
64.
Treat Animal Wounds
Animal wounds can be
treated the same way as human wounds. Simply dab the hydrogen peroxide directly
onto the affected area.
65.
De-mold Plants
To de-mold your
plants, simply spray them down with 3% hydrogen peroxide.
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