How to reuse coffee remains?

Coffee has a high consumption in several countries. Recent studies indicate that the population between 18 and 64 years old consumes coffee, of which 70% do so daily.

It is very usual that they take it as an appetizer, to accompany a dessert, simply for pleasure. Its use in the kitchen is such that it has led to its being part of various gourmet preparations in various countries.

More, there are few who know about the benefits that its remains contain, after its use.

Tips for reusing coffee

Eliminates bad odors

The decomposition of the rest of the food and the mixture of food can cause unpleasant odors in your refrigerator or in the garbage can.

The coffee remains will absorb the bad odors that they generate in the fridge, you just have to place a glass with coffee grounds inside it. To create a very exquisite natural air freshener you can add a few slices of lemon to the glass.

Eliminates bad smell from shoes

The repeated use of the same footwear or the lack of ventilation that some designs have, makes the shoes acquire a bad smell. Because bacteria thrive in warm, moist environments.

Well, with the remains of coffee they will help you eliminate the bad smell of the shoes. Make a small bag with filter cloth, it can be a coffee filter that you use as a doll.

Filled with coffee grounds tightly closed. Insert them into the shoe or boot. Let them remain for 24 hours inside. Over time, you take them out and air the shoes.

Eliminates the smell of tobacco

To remove the smell of tobacco from home, coffee is one of the natural alternatives that provides a very ecological solution. Just by placing the coffee grounds in small containers and placing them in a corner of your home or office.

To remove the smell from your hands, after handling foods such as fish, garlic or chicken, it works by rubbing the coffee remains on your hands with a little soap. After drying your hands, you will notice that the smell of your hands has disappeared.

Natural skin scrub

In cosmetics, certain products use coffee grounds in their manufacturing process. Exfoliating creams are an example, they can be prepared at home by mixing them with salt and olive oil.

Being applied the mixture obtained with circular movements in the affected area, it will leave your skin more fresh and clean.

NHS studies indicate that, due to its caffeine content, it decreases vasodilation and has immunosuppressive effects, making it an ingredient that acts positively on the skin.

Also, because it speeds up the metabolism, it is a good exfoliant that is used in the preparation of anti-cellulite creams. Since caffeine is a substance that stimulates and reactivates circulation, contributing to the elimination of fat deposits.

Natural fertilizer for plants

Coffee remains contain nutrients, these favor plants, particularly for their growth , so it can be used as a fertilizer. In gardening you can compost coffee grounds for plants.

Its performance as a homemade fertilizer is due to its contribution by nourishing plants with minerals such as copper, potassium, magnesium and phosphorus.

For plants such as mushrooms, fungi, carrots or hydrangeas, which need acid soil, sprinkling coffee grounds on the ground will improve and accelerate their growth, especially because of its properties.

Strong and shiny hair

We can use the remains of coffee to give shine and color to our hair. If we strain a cup of these strong coffee remains and let it cool and then apply it to the hair.

You should include it in your usual routine, wash your hair normally, then pour the cup over your hair and leave it on for 20 minutes. Remove the remains with lukewarm water and continue to follow your usual hair care routine.

Remember that natural treatments take time to take effect, so if you want to color your hair, you must apply it constantly for several months to see results.

Animal and insect repellent

Due to its smell and acidity, coffee has become an ideal ally to combat fleas and ticks on our pets. When you bathe them, rub wet coffee on their fur and rinse.

This will not only help you get rid of fleas, but it will also prevent the unpleasant smell that pets take on contact with water. Coffee grounds will also help prevent insects such as ants, mosquitoes, snails or slugs from appearing in the house.

Since this drink is surely present at home or in the office, what better way to recycle and make the most of its properties. Go ahead and collect the rest of the coffee and use it at home for your plants and as an air freshener.