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Five unexpected ways to use coffee in everyday life and for beauty

Maryna Gramovych

Five unexpected ways to use coffee in everyday life and for beauty
Five unexpected ways to use coffee in everyday life and for beauty

UAportal has prepared a material that will tell you about the possibility of using coffee in different aspects of life. Having discovered the versatility of coffee, you can learn about its many benefits beyond its usual use.

Body Scrub

Instead of throwing away leftover coffee grounds, you can use them to rejuvenate your skin. The coarse texture of coffee grounds helps to remove dead skin cells, leaving your skin smooth and supple.

To create a homemade exfoliating scrub, mix coffee grounds with olive or coconut oil. Gently massage the paste onto your skin and then rinse off with warm water.

Eliminating persistent and unpleasant odors

Need to eliminate stubborn odors in your refrigerator or barn? Coffee naturally absorbs odors, making it an effective alternative to synthetic, chemical-free air fresheners.

Simply place a small bowl or jar of fresh coffee grounds in your refrigerator or pantry and leave it overnight or for a few days. The coffee grounds will absorb unpleasant odors, keeping the space fresh and clean.

Scent the room

Synthetic air fresheners may contain chemicals that are best avoided. Coffee beans or ground coffee can provide a natural and attractive aroma.

Read also: Decaf coffee: advantages and disadvantages compared to traditional coffee

Spread a handful of coffee beans in a plate or bag in different parts of the house so that their great coffee aroma fills the living space. Create a warm and cozy atmosphere by enjoying the fresh and pleasant aromas that coffee provides.

Getting rid of pests in the garden

By mixing used coffee grounds with soil or compost, you can create a natural fertilizer. Coffee grounds enrich the soil with essential nutrients such as nitrogen, potassium and phosphorus, promoting optimal plant growth.

In addition, coffee grounds deter pests such as ants, snails and snails. By applying a thin layer of coffee grounds around your plants, you can keep unwanted guests away and your garden will be healthy and blooming.

Cooking

When used in cooking and baking, coffee adds expressive flavors that improve the variety of dishes. Consider adding coffee to savory recipes such as charcuterie or stews to deepen the complexity of flavors.

Coffee can also enhance the exquisite flavor of chocolate-based desserts such as brownies and cakes. Whether you use instant coffee or brewed coffee, it can easily enhance the richness of sweet dishes.

Recall, we have already written what products should not be added to coffee.

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