Listerine: 10 Incredible And Surprising Uses Every One Should Know!

Listerine: 10 Incredible And Surprising Uses Every One Should Know!

Did you know Listerine, which was formulated in 1879, was originally developed as a surgical antiseptic and, historically, has been used for all sorts of things? It actually wasn’t marketed for bad breath until the 1970s! If you’ve got a stash of Listerine sitting in your bathroom closet, check out some of the cool, unconventional ways that you can use it—and maybe save yourself a few bucks!

Credit:healthy360world.site

Check out these 10 surprising alternative uses for everyone’s favorite mouthwash.

Mouthwash is fantastic for getting rid of stinky breath, but it can kill other odors, too. If you ever find yourself running low on deodorant, dab some Listerine under your arms with a cotton ball to fight off body odor.

2. Refreshing Foot Bath

A 30-minute soak in Listerine and white vinegar can rid your feet of toenail fungus. Rinse, scrub, and repeat once or twice a day and you should see the infection clear right up.

3. Clean Toilet Bowls

Nobody likes lingering toilet odors. In a pinch, you can clean your toilet by pouring in a little mouthwash. Scrub with your toilet brush for a minty-fresh bowl.

4. Put A Stop To Itching

Are mosquitoes giving you a hard time? Is poison ivy ruining your skin? Grab some mouthwash. Dabbing some Listerine on bug bites and other infected areas on your skin can help relieve the itching sensation.

5. Banish Dandruff

You’re probably hesitant to splash a blue liquid on your hair, but don’t be. At one time, Listerine was marketed as a dandruff remedy. If your head needs some relief, try massaging some Listerine into your scalp. Wrap your hair up in a towel and let it work its magic, then rinse it out. Bye, bye, dandruff!

6. Fight Fleas

Between the food, toys, and flea medications, we end up spending a lot of money on our precious pups. For a cheaper and more gentle solution to fleas, dilute some Listerine with water or mix it with some shampoo and rub it on your dog. This will help Fido fight off those pesky fleas without using harsh chemicals.