We live in a world where the worldwide recession is making many of us change the way we do things. Many times we have to improvise. And who's better at improvisation than us Latina moms? Well, one of the best-kept secrets is how well some of our babies' products work around the house. You'll be surprised to know which products you can "steal" from your little ones for other non-baby related uses.
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Check out six baby products that have uses well beyond their intended ones. I'm sure this will save you tons!
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Baby oil
Baby oil has saved me from yucky dry skin and even when my hair is frizzy. But it also works wonders to shine stainless steel! Just wipe with baby oil and buff with a dry cloth.
Baby wipes
All moms know this timeless trick: baby wips will change your life. They remove lint from couches, can be used in place of drier sheets, clean countertops–but without a doubt my favorite use for them is to remove my makeup. They're soft and don't mistreat my skin. Besides, if you dab a little baby oil on them they'll be the perfect waterproof makeup remover too!
Baby powder
Are you dealing with pesky grease stains on clothes? Don't sweat it! My mom gave me the perfect solution: Try to absorb some of the oil with a paper towel then apply a small amount of baby powder to the stain. Wait a couple of hours before washing and you'll see it'll come out like new!
Baby lotion
When leather loses its luster, you don't have to spend hundreds of dollars repairing it. Just apply a few drops of baby lotion, clean carefully with a soft cloth and let it dry. You'll see your purse or your favorite boots regain their like-new shine.
Baby shampoo
Baby shampoo is as versatile as they come. For example, if your doggie has started to smell but you don't have pet shampoo on hand, use an unscented baby shampoo instead. You can also use baby shampoo to wash your makeup brushes, your delicate lingerie or silk clothes and even to shave your legs.
Baby diaper rash cream
Yes, it's heavy, smells horrible and it's a pain if it ever stains your clothes, but diaper rash cream is a miracle worker for skin. Use it as a nighttime treatment to dry out pimples, to help with itchiness and to get rid of bug bite inflammation.
