Bar Soap as Emergency DeodorantI have used this tip several times over the years and it really does work to help curb the odor - when in a pinch!
Use Any Body Lotion in ShowerI recently got a sample in the mail for Nivea in-shower body lotion. I was taking a bath the same night and looked over on the shelf next to tub and saw a bottle of hand and body lotion. I just put some on me and rinsed it off. It works fine and saves me money and uses up my old lotion.
Loofa as a Soap PocketI have never been satisfied with the various nylon soap pockets used for showering. So, a while back, I began to cut a three inch chunk off of a loofa, and then cut out the center part to leave just the outside ring of fiber.
Give Deodorant Time to DryGive your deodorant time to dry before you get dressed. I get out of bed, make a pot of tea, and shower. I put on the deodorant. Then I sit and drink the tea (in bed). A lovely treat in the morning!
Antibacterial Soap for Underarm OdorAfter reading all the tips and trying them out, none worked for me. However after I thought about the cause of the odor, which is bacteria, I realized I was going about it the wrong way.
Buy Large Deodorant SprayInstead of using expensive feminine deodorant spray that usually that comes in a small can, just use a large can of spray deodorant. You get a larger amount of deodorant spray for a lot less money.
Panty Liners as Dress Shields for PerspirationUse them as dress shields. I was looking on a website that sells all sorts of girly products. They had disposable dress shields that are applied to the underarm area of a garment to prevent sweat stains.
Applying Antiperspirant to the FaceI sweat a lot in the warmer weather, but on my face and head. I just bought some expensive facial antiperspirant on the internet, but I am also experimenting with just applying my regular antiperspirant to my forehead, nose and cheekbones.
Switch Bottle Tops and DispensersI get a really big bottle of hand soap out of Dollar General bubble bath, by using a Germ X large size bottle squirt top on the bubble bath bottle.
Use Milk of Magnesia As DeodorantI was so skeptical when reading people say it works as a deodorant substitute. I read all of the testimonials and then proceeded to call the nurse at my gastroenterologist's office.
Use Syringe To Refill Travel Tubes Of LotionI have a 2 oz tube of lotion that is perfect for carrying my purse. Instead of purchasing a new travel tube whenever I've used up the lotion, I refill it from the larger tube/bottle I already have on hand which may be located anywhere else in the house.
Using Shampoo and Conditioner as Body WashSave the soap, people! Don't buy another bar of soap or container of liquid soap. I have found that the cheapest WalMart brand hair shampoo and conditioner combination work well.
Extending the Life of Razor BladesWherever you live, razors are left in an environment of heat, humidity, wet, and steamy air. If you look closely at your razor, it is most likely either molded or rusty.
Use Lonely Sock as Powder PuffI searched high and low in every store and could not find a good, old-fashioned poofy powder puff. In the midst of searching another store, my husband suggested I take an old sock and fill it with powder and use that.
Buy Men's DeodorantI was looking at deodorant/antiperspirant and noticed that the men's had more in it than the women's did, for the exact same amount of money.
Use Baby Powder as DeodorantI began using baby powder containing corn starch and zinc oxide instead of antiperspirant deodorant. For me, it works even better than the deodorant and I don't have to be concerned about the aluminum from the antiperspirant being absorbed through my skin anymore.
Use Castor Oil for Better EyelashesA great way to get better eyelashes it to put castor oil on them. I read reviews of how it made peoples lashes better over night, made them grow in fast, etc., and I didn't believe it...until I tried it!
Use Baby Wipes For Spot FresheningI liked the convenience of "Feminine" wipes, but even though I was getting my packets from the dollar store, they were still sort of pricey. When the dollar store supply ran out, I thought I would try baby wipes in a pinch.
Make Your Own Ear LiftsI've found a way to make my own "Ear Lifts", using clear packing tape, bought at the dollar store, waxed paper, and scissors. Stick a couple of inches of tape to the waxed paper. Then, just cut out your own ear lifts.
Using Crumbled DeodorantWhen my deodorant stick reaches near the end, it often crumbles and falls out of the applicator. I replace the broken pieces, slide a nylon knee-high over the top, twist it so it is snug and the lid can still fit on. It is now ready to use right through the nylon.
Natural Baking Soda As Underarm DeodorantIf baking soda can subdue the odor of a cat litter box, imagine what it can do under your arms. Yep. All by itself, or if you want, you can add talc or other powder to it at a ratio or half and half.
Toothbrush for an Eyebrow GroomerBeauty Tip: Don't get rid of your old toothbrush. It makes a great eyebrow groomer!
Use Vaseline To Avoid Dry LegsIn the winter, I take extra hot showers and end up with dry very itchy legs. I no longer have that problem because, right before I get in the shower, I slather my legs with Vaseline. It repels the hot water from going directly on my legs.
