13 Creative Uses For Orange Peels

Orange peels are so useful for household chores that you should never throw them out before making the most of them! They contain natural citrus oil which is good for your skin, from cleaning metals to glowing skin, orange peels can surprise you with many things!! Here are some unusual uses of orange peels:

13 Creative Uses For Orange Peels

1. Clean stainless steel
Fresh orange peels can be used to clean and shine stainless steel objects like the sink. Simply take some fresh peels and use them as you would use your sponge to scrub. The steel will also become water-spot resistant. You can use natural oil as a waterproof barrier. Avoid dish-washing liquid.

2. Soften brown sugar
Now you can keep your brown sugar from drying out. Place orange peels in the container of brown sugar and it will soften it.

3. Smelly shoes
You can get rid of smelly shoes by putting orange peels in them. Face the inside portion of the peel towards the sole of your shoes and they will absorb moisture and leave them smelling wonderful.

4. Cleaner
Keep leftover orange peel in a lidded jar and add white vinegar to it. Keep this jar in the fridge for a few weeks and shake it occasionally. Transfer it to a spray bottle and use to clean your windows, counter tops, or floors.

5. Use Orange Peel as a cup
While pulling off the peel if you have been able to keep at least half of the peel intact you can use it as a cup and put jellies or snacks in it.

6. Orange tea
You can use orange peels in your tea. Next time you make tea add orange peels and enjoy the result.

7. Mosquito repellent
Keep mosquitoes away by spraying orange peels on your skin and rub the outside portion of the orange on your skin before heading out.

8. Body scrub
You can use the peels as a scrubber. Wrap them in gauze and rub them on your skin while you are in the shower. It will make your skin glow and give you brighter skin.

9. Lower blood pressure
Chinese medicine uses bitter orange peels as natural medicine. Herbalists suggest eating bitter orange peel to lower your blood pressure naturally.

10. Relieve anxiety and depression
The oil from orange peels can be used to relieve anxiety and depression naturally. Massage with the oil and feel the difference.

11. Emergency oil Lamp
Fill a half-orange intact peel with olive oil for an emergency lamp. Use the pith as candle wick. This is easy to do and a great alternative when there is no other arrangement.

12. Light fire
Orange oil is flammable and catches fire easily. Next time you want to light a fire use orange peels instead of newspaper to start the fire. Burning orange peels in your fireplace will also remove any creosote.

13. Deodorizer
You can use orange peels as deodorizer. Put some in your fridge to make it smell good. You can also keep some in your garbage bin to eliminate stinky odors.

Uses for Corn Starch

Uses for Corn Starch found
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Diaper Rash - to soothe, powder their bottoms with cornstarch after each diaper change. To protect, add 1/4 C cornstarch to their bathwater.

Sunburn - to soothe, mix 1 C cornstarch into warm bath water. Soak for 20-30 minutes.

Burns - to soothe, mix 1 T cornstarch and 1 T baking soda in 8 C warm water. Dip a soft cloth or gauze into the mixture and place on skin. Allow it to remain on burn for 20-30 minutes.

Face - to control oil, dust your face with a small amount of cornstarch.

Face - to clean, heat 2 T cornstarch, 2 T glycerin, and 1/2 C water in a double boiler. Heat until the mixture is thick and clear. Use in place of soap.

Face - for a facial, mix together 1/4 C cornstarch, 2 T milk and 1 egg white until smooth. Apply mixture to face and allow it to dry for 15-20 minutes. Rinse.

Hair - to clean hair between shampooing, sprinkle hair with cornstarch to absorb oil. Brush hair to remove cornstarch.

Powder - to make scented body powder, fill a container with cornstarch and add a few drops of your favorite scented oil. Cover and shake well to mix.

Skin - to relieve irritations from bug bites, poison ivy, and rashes, make a thick paste using cornstarch and water. Apply to affected area.

Skin - to prevent chaffing, dust area with cornstarch.

Underarms - to eliminate odor, rub underarms with rubbing alcohol then dust with cornstarch.

Feet - to reduce itching from athletes foot, sprinkle cornstarch in your shoes and on your feet.

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Roaches - to kill, mix equal parts cornstarch and plaster of paris. Sprinkle mixture into cracks.

Deck of Cards - to keep them from sticking, place the cards in a bag with a couple of teaspoons of cornstarch. Shake the bag well, being sure to coat all the cards. Remove the cards from the bag and wipe each card with dry rag.

Knots - to easily detangle, sprinkle the knot with cornstarch.

Baking powder - to make your own, mix 1 part cornstarch, 1 part baking soda, and 2 parts cream of tartar.

Sports Equipment - to make gripping easier, lightly dust hands with cornstarch.


More Modern Uses:

Ornaments – to make your own, mix 1 cup cornstarch, 2 cup baking soda and 1 ½ cup water in a large saucepan. Cover and cook over medium heat until the mixture becomes thick. Remove from heat and cover with a damp cloth. When cooled to the touch knead until smooth. Roll out to ¼-inch thick, cut and place on a baking sheet in a 250 degree oven for 20-30 minutes. Paint.

Moon Sand – to make your own, mix ½ cup cornstarch and ¾ cup liquid starch over medium heat. Add 1 cup of fine sand and stir. Lay it out flat on a baking sheet and allow it to dry in the sun.

Watercolor Paints – to make your own, mix 1 tablespoon white vinegar and 2 tablespoons baking soda in a small bowl. When mixture stops foaming add 1 tablespoon cornstarch and ¼ teaspoon glycerin. Add food coloring to tint.

Clay – to make your own, mix 1 cup cornstarch, 2 cups baking soda and 1 ¼ cup water. Knead until well mixed. Related Post: Make your own Garden Stakes.

Jewelry Clay – to make your own, mix ½ cup cornstarch, ½ cup salt and ¾ cup flour. Slowly add warm water to create clay. Shape as desired and air dry. Paint.  

Face Paint – to make your own, mix 2 parts cornstarch and 1 part vegetable shortening or cold cream. To tint add food coloring.

Finger Paint – to make your own, mix ¼ cup cornstarch and 2 cups water in a sauce pan. Boil until the mixture has the consistency of paint. To tint add food coloring.

Paste – to make your own, mix 3 teaspoons cornstarch and 4 teaspoons cold water. Mix well.